TUSCALOOSA ACADEMY
PRIVATE SCHOOL SPOTLIGHT
TUSCALOOSA ACADEMY 420 RICE VALLEY ROAD NORTH TUSCALOOSA, AL 35406 205-758-4462 WWW. TUSCALOOSAACADEMY. ORG
Grade levels: PK3 – 12th Grade Current enrollment: 470
Admission Requirements: PreK 3 – K students must be 3 years old by September 1st and potty-trained. Play date and student recommendation form. 1st-4th: Entrance testing, student recommendation form, and a visitation day. 5th- 12th: Entrance testing, 2 student recommendation forms, and a visitation day. Admissions Applications Open: January 8, 2026
Director of Admission: Julia Phifer Email: jphifer @ tuscaloosaacademy. org Phone: 205-758-4462 ext: 203
Tuscaloosa Academy is a college preparatory, independent school that provides a modern, dynamic, clean and safe space for students to thrive academically, artistically, and athletically.
Tuscaloosa Academy is the only nonsectarian, independent, co-educational, college-preparatory school in Tuscaloosa County. TA seeks dedicated students who value a challenging academic environment and the opportunity to excel in all areas of student life— in the classroom, on the field, and on the stage.
Discover the opportunities offered by our Tailored Tuition program, paving the way to an exceptional education at Tuscaloosa Academy.
Contact the Director of Admissions, Julia Phifer, to learn more and join the TA community!
TUSCALOOSA ACADEMY IS ACCREDITED THROUGH SACS | NAEYC | SAIS
WHERE PASSION SHAPES PURPOSE january / february 2026
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Admissions Applications Open January 8, 2026 Admissions information can be found online at: tuscaloosaacademy. org / admissions