Simply contact Bridges Academy to request an Admissions Prospectus be sent to you, and complete the Admissions Application. Once we've received your Application, our Admissions Committee will review it and make their formal decision, usually within 24 hours.  (More)

Bridges Academy does not require students to complete an outdoor wilderness therapy program before enrolling. However, if the applicant has a history of significant drug use, running away, or physical aggressiveness, it may be a requirement as a condition of the student's enrollment. We do however recommend that every student participate in this form of intervention, as it helps the student with the "buy-in" to residential therapy.

While some of our students may be in minor legal trouble, usually for petty crimes such as theft, possession, vandalism, etc., it is our policy NOT to accept students that have a history of more significant crimes and have been sentenced, as a diversion to attend a program such as Bridges Academy.

While most of our students come from the West Coast, we have had students from as far away as Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Mexico, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Texas, and Washington D.C.

The monthly tuition is $4,995.00, which includes the associated costs of providing continuous care, counseling and instructional services. There is also a $2,000 enrollment fee.  (More)

The entire Bridges Academy experience is considered to be therapeutic in nature because there are many ways in which we provide insight and assist a student to make progress. These methods include structured, community living, a positive peer environment, individual and group counseling, family therapy and workshops. This approach is impossible to break apart into segregated areas of what can be deemed as therapeutic, thus your health insurance, in most instances will not cover the cost of tuition. Insurance benefits do vary and we advise you to contact your individual carrier or agent for clarification.

We realize the costs of specialized education are a significant financial commitment and may be challenging for some families. Our knowledgeable Admissions staff can assist you in exploring the options available to you. For more information, call toll-free (888) 283-7362.   (More)