The Forge Discipleship Program is a nine-month gap-year program. For more information, download our info packet here or take a look at our program schedule here.
Q. How much does The Forge Discipleship Program cost?
For more details on the program costs, visit our Program Costs page here. The Forge Discipleship Program costs include:
Application fee: $25 (non-refundable)
Tuition & Books: $1,500 (full-time)
Missions Trip: $1,700 (we will help students raise funds)
Room & Board: Not included. See question below.
Q. Is Room & Board/Housing provided?
A local church and our Student Life Coordinator will assist in finding appropriate housing in the form of host homes, local apartments, etc.
Q. Is The Forge Discipleship Program accredited?
The Forge Discipleship Program is not a regionally accredited certification. This program is meant to prepare disciples to thrive in a college environment, if they choose to do so.
Q. What happens after completing The Forge Discipleship Program?
Each graduate receives a certificate. For more information, download our information packet. Many students go on to accredited and non-accredited schools to complete their degrees. Others have utilized the mentoring they've received to move into a career or ministry. Most graduates have returned to their home communities equipped to serve their local churches, serving God in the next season of their lives.
Q. Do most students work while in the program?
Most students maintain a part-time job in order to pay for their room and board at their host home. We recommend that students not work over 16-20 hours a week in order to manage the academic load.
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