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College Counseling Preparing Students for College with Care and Excellence

At Austin Prep, our College Counseling program is guided by Augustinian values. Counselors walk with students and families through every step of the college process, helping them prepare with confidence and purpose.

Truth (Veritas)

Help students discover their strengths, reflect on goals, and build a balanced college list.

Unity (Unitas)

Partner closely with families and provide steady support throughout the process.

How We Guide Students & Families at Every Step

Freshman Year – Adjusting to High School

Love (Caritas)

Celebrate each student’s unique gifts, passions, and aspirations.

• Transition to High School – Helps students acclimate to academic expectations and new responsibilities.

• Course and Activity Guidance – Advises on selecting courses, clubs, and athletics aligned with student strengths.

• College Planning Information Night – Introduces students and parents to early planning and decision-making.

• Summer Exploration – Encourages meaningful summer activities that support growth and self-discovery.

Sophomore Year – Charting the Course

• Academic Progress – Guides students in sustaining strong performance across subjects.

• Exploring Passions – Encourages students to identify interests and values through activities and service.

• College Planning Information Night – Prepares families for what to expect in the college search process.

• Campus Visits – Recommends touring a variety of colleges during the summer to begin exploring fit.

Junior & Senior Year – Demonstrating College Readiness

• Application Preparation – Guides students one-on-one through every step of the college application process.

• College Essay Creation – Provides personalized support, including review by the Faculty Reading Committee, to help students craft a personal statement that sets them apart.

• School List Planning – Works with students to develop a thoughtful, balanced list of prospective colleges.

• Test Prep & Practice Exams – Offers SAT/ACT preparation and real testing experiences to build confidence.

• BISCAA College Fair – As one of 40 member schools in the Boston Independent School College Counselors Association (BISCAA), Austin Prep students are granted exclusive access to this college fair to connect directly with admissions representatives.

• College Connections – Introduces students to admissions officers at the annual Catholic College Fair at Austin Prep and from school visits to campus held throughout the year.

Through personalized guidance, strong partnerships, and a commitment to each student’s journey, Austin Prep ensures that every graduate is prepared to thrive in college and beyond.

Where Austin Prep Took the Class of 2025 Success in College Admissions

Austin Prep graduates are prepared to thrive, earning millions in scholarships and gaining admission to top colleges across the country and around the world.

Enrollment Success

100% of last year’s graduates were admitted to a four-year college.

54% 120%

larger than the U.S. average.

larger than the private-school average in the USA.

larger than the Catholicschool average. 16%

Source: National Center for Education Statistics, NAIS, NCEA.

College Choices

The 131 members of our graduating class received 801 offers of admission across 199 distinct colleges and universities –including several of the nation’s Top 50.

• Boston College

• Boston University

• Carnegie Mellon University

• Colgate University

• College of the Holy Cross

• Lehigh University

• New York University

• Tufts University

• University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)

• University of Maryland

• United States Military Academy at West Point

• Vassar College

• Villanova University

• Washington University in St. Louis

• Wesleyan University

Source: U.S. News & World Report.

Athletics at the Next Level

30 of our 131 graduates committed to play at Division I, II, or III schools – That’s:

22.9%

Source: NCAA, ScholarshipStats.com. more than 3.5× higher than the national average of about 6.5%.

Geographic Reach

About one-third of our graduates chose to remain in Massachusetts for college, while the remainder enrolled at schools across the U.S. and abroad.

30% Massachusetts 69% Out of State 1% International

Public vs. Private Colleges

Austin Prep graduates pursue a balanced mix of higher education pathways, with nearly two-thirds choosing private colleges.

64% Private Public 36%

To inquire about counseling at Austin Prep, email Cynthia Pitta, Director of College Counseling, at cpitta@austinprep.org.