The Benefits of Going to a College Preparatory High School
March 17, 2025
Attending a college preparatory high school offers numerous benefits that help students excel academically and personally. These schools provide a rigorous curriculum designed to challenge students and prepare them for the demands of higher education. Small class sizes and individualized attention from experienced teachers ensure a strong foundation in critical thinking, writing, and problem-solving skills. Additionally, college prep schools offer advanced placement coursework which can strengthen college applications and earn college credit.
Beyond academics, students benefit from a structured environment that fosters discipline, time management, and independence. College counseling services provide personalized guidance on the admissions process, helping students select the right colleges and prepare competitive applications. Extracurricular activities, leadership opportunities, and community service initiatives further enrich students’ experiences, promoting well-rounded personal development. Overall, a college preparatory high school equips students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to succeed in college and beyond.
Graduates of the American International School-Salzburg have been accepted into prestigious universities worldwide. In the United States, alumni have attended institutions such as Harvard University and Stanford University. In the United Kingdom, graduates have enrolled at the London School of Economics, King’s College London, and the University of Edinburgh. Canadian acceptances include McGill University and the University of British Columbia. additionally, alumni have been accepted to universities in Austria, Germany, the Netherlands, and other countries.
Below are some words from just a few of our hundreds of graduates since we opened ours doors in 1976.
“AIS-Salzburg prepared me for life in general, it taught me discipline, it taught me how to interact and live with other people and most of all, it gave me friendships and connections which I still have today.”
Marco Vicel
Masters of Business Administration, University of Miami
“The rigorous academic program at AIS-Salzburg, coupled with the focus on cultural immersion and international education, has been instrumental in my success both academically and professionally.”
Daria Suraeva
Masters of Economics and Political Science, Paris Lodron University of Salzburg
“AIS-Salzburg is where I learned how to learn. Learning so many different subjects made me excited about all of the possibilities of what to study. Currently, I am pursuing my master’s degree in sustainable research science.”
Marlene Lantz
Masters of Science in Sustainable Resources, Technical University of Munich
“For me, it was regime and structure. I internalized the importance of staying disciplined and assessing the work-life balance. Thanks to my AP credits from AIS-Salzburg, I graduated one semester earlier, magna cum laude. Right after college, I went to work as a software developer at Bank of America.”
Egor Isakson
Masters of Science, Data Science, Ramapo College of New Jersey
“Given the school is so small, there is no option other than taking hard classes and challenging yourself, you can’t take any easy way out. I believe it gave us all grit which is a vitally important driver of future success.”
Michaela Durinova
Masters of Business Administration, University of Miami
“As I progressed in my law degree, the workload also became more onerous, but thanks to the courses at AIS-Salzburg, the transition between high school and University was not that much of a shock. ”
Sonja Ratiu
Masters of Science in Law, Business and Management (with Distinction), The University of Law, UK
