Student Body
400
Grades Accepted (International)
7th-12th
Elite Courses
5 AP
Athletic Program
8 Sports
School Highlights
On-Campus Dormitories with Students from 20+ Countries
Life Prep houses international students in on-campus dormitories inside the school building, with an indoor pool, boys' and girls' lounges, cafeteria, gym, library, and computer lab. Resident dorm directors provide mentorship, airport pickup, and day-to-day support, creating a true family environment.
Dual College Credit through Newman University
Students can earn real college credit while still in high school — College Writing I & II and College Literature carry optional credit through Newman University, giving graduates a head start on their degree.
Voted Best Private School in Wichita
The Wichita Eagle voted Life Prep Academy the Best Private School in Wichita, Kansas. The school is KSDE/KESA accredited and known for small class sizes and a college-preparatory curriculum.
Four-Day School Week with Friday Tutoring
Classes run Monday through Thursday, and Fridays are dedicated to one-on-one tutoring, assignment catch-up, and extra-credit work. Every student also gets an Individual Learning Plan and career pathway guidance starting in 9th grade.
College-Style Athletics with a Scholarship Track Record
Lions athletics compete across eight sports with a tradition of success, including a 2018 state championship. The program has produced athletes who went on to Division 1, Division 2, NAIA, and junior college scholarships.
The Vision
Nurturing Excellence In Every Sphere.
Life Preparatory Academy is located in Wichita, Kansas — the largest city in the state and famously known as the "Air Capital of the World" for its aviation industry. The area offers a welcoming Midwestern community with a cost of living well below the national average, making it one of the most affordable metropolitan areas in the country. The school sits on the north side of the city with easy highway access, and the surrounding community blends suburban comfort with big-city amenities. Wichita's diverse economy spans aerospace, healthcare, and education, and the city is known for its friendly, family-oriented character.
Life Preparatory Academy is a private Christian college-preparatory school in Wichita, Kansas, with a mission of "equipping world changers to exemplify the character of Jesus." Students develop in mind, body, and spirit through rigorous academics — including AP, Honors, and dual college credit through Newman University — alongside championship athletics and curricular clubs that meet during the school day. International students are at the heart of campus life: the school houses students from more than 20 countries in on-campus dormitories with an indoor pool, cafeteria, gym, library, and dedicated dorm directors who provide mentorship and airport pickup. With small class sizes, Individual Learning Plans for every student, TOEFL and SAT/ACT preparation, and a distinctive four-day school week with Friday tutoring, Life Prep offers international students a genuinely supportive home in the heart of America.
Accredited
Industry standards met
Top Rated
B ranking
Regional Context
The Perfect
Environment.
Climate & Environment
Students experience all four seasons here — warm, sunny summers, crisp colorful autumns, winters with occasional snow, and green, blossoming springs. With more than 220 days of sunshine a year, outdoor activities are enjoyable in nearly every month, and seasonal changes make each semester feel distinct.
Safety & Quality of Life
A strong sense of community defines daily life, with family-friendly neighborhoods and a close-knit campus environment. Students living in the on-campus dormitories are supported by resident dorm directors, and excellent healthcare is minutes away at Wichita's major hospital systems. The city's manageable size makes getting around simple and stress-free.
Regional Excellence
A community designed for growth & discovery.
Local Lifestyle
The vibrant pulse of the local community and the opportunities that await every student.
Things To Do
Weekends offer plenty to explore — the nationally ranked Sedgwick County Zoo, the Exploration Place science center, and the iconic Keeper of the Plains monument along the Arkansas River. Old Town's brick-lined streets are filled with restaurants, cafes, and entertainment, while Botanica's gardens and the city's many parks invite outdoor time. Shopping malls, movie theaters, and college sporting events round out teen life, and Kansas City and Oklahoma City are both within a few hours' drive for day trips.
Student Life
Campus life feels like a family, with dormitory students from more than 20 countries sharing meals, lounges, and traditions together. Clubs meet during the school day, athletics draw the whole community out to cheer, and the four-day academic week leaves Fridays for tutoring, catch-up, and enrichment — a rhythm international students quickly come to love.
Academic Prowess
A diverse curriculum designed to challenge students and ignite their intellectual passions across every discipline.
Advanced Placement
5 specialized courses for college credit.
- AP World History: Modern
- AP Art History
- AP Calculus Ab
- AP Psychology
- AP United States History
Honors Programs
Rigorous paths for students seeking deep specialization.
- Honors Chemistry
- Honors College Algebra
Dual Enrollment
Start your college journey early with credited courses.
- College Writing I (newman University)
- College Writing II (newman University)
- College Literature (newman University)
Beyond The
Classroom.
Fall Sports
Winter Sports
Spring Sports
Clubs & Societies
Admissions
& Requirements
Visa Support
International Enrollment Open
English Proficiency
Minimum Level: A2
Tests Accepted
TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, ELTiS, PTE, Cambridge
Graduation
Full Diploma (1-Year Path Available)
Program Durations
Academic Year • Fall Semester • Spring Semester
Housing Options
Boarding Accommodation
Campus Mosaic
A look at daily life across the campus and facilities.
Additional Information
Four-day school week: classes run Monday–Thursday; Friday is a teacher in-service day when students can come in for one-on-one tutoring, assignment catch-up, or extra-credit work. Applications are processed through FACTS/RenWeb; transcripts go to info@lifeprep.us. General contact: info@lifeprep.us | (316) 838-1243. Athletics contact: Athletic Director Jeff Oldenburg, joldenburg@lifeprep.us. Curricular clubs (Chess, Cooking, Decorative Art, TeenView Magazine, Choir, Yearbook, Debate) meet during the school day and offer credit; Dance Club (girls only) and Investing Club are extracurricular. Dorm directors provide airport pickup and ongoing mentorship for boarding students.
Start Your Journey Today.
Interested in Life Preparatory Academy? Reach out to learn about programs, admissions, and how to apply.