Parents Q&A
We are honored that you and your teen are interested in learning more about the Honor Academy. If you have any further questions we look forward to communicating with you to answer these and encourage you in the application process. We welcome you to begin your application online today. The following information and steps will guide you through the process.
1. How much does it cost?
The Honor Academy costs average approximately $700 a month. This support is tax-deductible and includes: housing, meals, books, and all other program related expenses. Compared to a year of college, the Honor Academy is very inexpensive and really gives young people skills to make the most of their college and work experiences.
2. Can I see my teen while they are at the Honor Academy?
We invite you to be involved in what God is doing with your young person during their year at the Honor Academy. We welcome you to visit any time and take part in their year of transformation.
3. If my teen takes a year before going to college, is that okay?
We recognize your concerns; the time an intern spends in the Honor Academy will not only prepare them for the future through personal development, but they will have a clear vision for the calling God has for them. They will walk into college with purpose and direction as opposed to changing majors multiple times.
4. What is a core group?
A core group is a group of 10-15 undergraduate interns. A Graduate Intern Core Advisor leads the discipleship of the core and is available to encourage the interns in the Core to pursue development and growth.
5. What are the components of the Honor Academy Program?
The Honor Academy program includes weekly classes, practical hands-on experience, professional training and development in ministry placements, and Life Transforming Events that occur periodically throughout the year. In addition to these components, interns can be involved in intramural sports, drama, human video, dance, and other extracurricular activities.
6. How many interns attend the Honor Academy?
The Honor Academy is home to more than 600 undergraduate and graduate interns.
7. Why are there rules like “no dating”?
The structure of the Honor Academy Program is designed to create an atmosphere of radical growth. All of the rules and structures are established with this purpose in mind and are intended to help each intern develop into a leader of honor. Some of the rules, such as “no dating”, are guidelines set up to help undergraduate interns focus completely on God and avoid distractions in their pursuit of growth.
8. What is Teen Mania’s belief about the Bible?
Teen Mania and the Honor Academy believe the Bible to be the inspired, only infallible, authoritative Word of God. We believe that there is one God eternally existent in three persons: The Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. We believe in the deity of Christ, in His virgin birth, in His sinless life, in His miracles, in His vicarious and atoning death through His shed blood, in His bodily resurrection, and in His personal return in power and glory. We believe in the present day works of the Holy Spirit to inspire and empower believers to be effective followers of Jesus Christ. We believe in the resurrection of the saved to eternal life, and the everlasting punishment of those who have rejected God’s forgiveness in His Son. We strive to achieve greater unity in all that we do within the Body of Christ.
9. Is the Honor Academy accredited?
The Honor Academy is not an accredited institution. However, through a partnership with Regent University, Patten University and Oral Roberts University, graduates of the internship are able to receive up to 30 credit hours toward their college degree when attending these partnering universities.