Admission Information
Bridges Academy admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation or national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.
Application Process:
- Contact Doug Lenzini, Director of Admissions, at (818) 506-1091 or doug@bridges.edu for admissions information and dates and times of Open Houses.
- Submit Application Packet with a non-refundable application fee of $150. The packet includes requests for transcripts, standardized test results and teacher and administrator recommendations. Previous school records, private assessment, work samples and other materials help us evaluate your child's talents and needs.
- Student Visit and Interview.
- Admissions Evaluation.
- Acceptance and mailing of Enrollment Contract, or recommendation for an alternate school.
DOWNLOAD FORMS
Application forms may be downloaded and submitted by mail. Click on an icon to download the PDF file.
You can always call the admissions office and request an application packet. Contact Doug Lenzini, Director of Admissions at (818) 506-1091 or doug@bridges.edu
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Call (818) 506-1091
Or e-mail: doug@bridges.edu
Admissions Criteria
To best match the profile as described in our mission statement, the ideal applicant will have been assessed as gifted or highly-gifted, have been diagnosed with a learning issue or issues we are designed to accommodate, and will possess an emotional/behavioral profile that will contribute to a nurturing, supportive environment.
We want to make sure that Bridges Academy is the absolute best fit for the student as we move through the admissions process. We admit only those students whom we feel will experience success in our program.
Visit the Student Profile for more information.Tuition
Base tuition for the 2011-2012 academic year is $31,411. There are various payment options described in the school contract. Tuition may be paid in full, by semester, or on a monthly basis. Re-enrollment deposits for the new school year are always due in early Spring. Book, parent association, student activity, new family and graduation fees are separate.
All contractual agreements must be completed before an accepted student may begin instruction. All students are required to have a laptop computer with specific programming and Internet capability.
To explore possible tuition assistance programs, contact the admissions director for a list of options.
Financial Aid
Limited financial aid is available. Contact our Business Office for details and a financial aid application packet.
Tuition Insurance
Tuition Refund Insurance is required of all families who enroll at Bridges. The insurer is NorthStar Benefits, Inc.
For more information about the value of an independent school education go to laais.org