Where is Presbyterian Pan American School (PPAS) located? How do I get there?
The school is located at 223 N. FM 772 five miles south of Kingsville, Texas on an expanse of former King Ranch rangeland. Students and families travel from all over the world to attend and visit PPAS. Most travel by personal vehicles but some use the bus system and the airlines to arrive at PPAS. The most used highways are US Hwy 77 from the north and south, State Highways 359, 285 and 44 from the Laredo area. Others fly into the Corpus Christi Airport then can call the school to arrange to be picked up. Most students live on campus once they have arrived at PPAS.

What is the admission process?
All individuals wishing to attend PPAS must submit an application along with the administrative fee of US$35.00 and several other documents that are listed on the application instruction sheet located on this website. The admission process begins only after the admin fee has been paid, then the prospective student's application, qualifications and financial aid application are reviewed. All other documents must be submitted soon after acceptance. International students must submit all applications and qualifications no later than June 30 of any year. Notifications of acceptance will be sent via FEDEX along with the form I-20 for international students. Students having questions concerning the admission process can call the Admissions Office at (361) 592-4307 or email the Director of Admissions at jlgarcia@ppas.org.

Is a face-to-face interview or campus visit required?
In some circumstances a face-to-face interview will be required. We encourage all applicants to admission to visit and tour the campus in order to get to know us before making a decision.

Do I have to be Presbyterian to attend?
Though we are an institution of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), we welcome young people of all faiths. The school has a full-time Presbyterian Chaplain who coordinates all chapel activities and is available for spiritual advice.

Are scholarships or financial aid available?
The cost of an education at Presbyterian Pan American School includes tuition, room, and board. Costs my be paid in a lump sum or in monthly payments. Financial Aid is awarded on the basis of need only and is determined by the School's Financial Aid Committee. A completed Financial Aid Application and all required documents that support the need for financial aid, must be sent with the application for admission. There is the Presbyterian Heritage Award and the Merit Based Scholarship award available for students that qualify. Contact the Director of Admissions for more information about these awards.

What percentage of graduates attend college? Can students earn college credit while attending PPAS?
With 96% of our seniors going on to colleges or universities in the United States or their home countries, the School's guidance counselor takes an active role in helping students through college admission process and advising them of their career choices. We assist our students in selecting and applying to the colleges and universities throughout the world that best fits their personal career goals and objectives. Seniors also have an opportunity to visit college and university campuses and college recruiters who come to visit our campus. Some students can even earn college credits while attending our school. Contact the guidance counselor for further information about college credits.