Seeking Fellow Travelers
Good candidates must be:
- Ages: 5-14
- Mindset: Eager to Learn and grow
- Drive: Ready to take charge of their own education
- Education: No pre-requisites
- Parents: Ready to allow failure
The Process
Fill out the short form at the bottom of the page.
This step takes just 1 or 2 minutes. Afterwards you'll get an email from us with some info and a small homework assignment if you're ready to apply.
Complete your research and begin work on your formal entry.
During this step you'll watch videos and read resources that have been curated to give you an overview of the unique systems used at Acton academies.
At Last We Meet
After completing your research we'll reach out to schedule a quick in person interview for us both to ask any remaining questions. After which we'll send an invitation to enroll.
2026-2027 Tuition
| Enrollment Tier | Annual Reg Fee | Tuition | 9 Month Option (Sept-June) | Total Annual Cost | Full Payment by Sept 1 (2% Discount) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Hero | $600 | $5,150 | $572/mo | $5,750 | $5,635 |
| Second Hero | $600 | $4,575 | $508/mo | $5,175 | $5,071 |
| Third+ Hero | $600 | $4,000 | $444/mo | $4,600 | $4,508 |
Additional Costs
Additionally, starting in *3rd grade, heroes will need to have their own laptop provided by their family. Considerations for the laptop should be weight, storage, and graphics. Many of our projects have a lot of creative options that may be limited without access to a digital media creation capable computer. Windows will have the best compatibility with some of the programs used but Apple or Chrome is also sufficient for 95% of activities. *No laptop is required for the Sparks Studio (K-2nd)
Most other supplies are covered by the tuition.
Tuition & Enrollment FAQ
Can I Enroll Mid Year?
Can I Enroll Mid Year?
Yes, because of the quest based schedule we can integrate students at the beginning of a quest just about any time of year.
Can I pay Monthly?
Can I pay Monthly?
Yes, after the first payment we can set you up on automatic recurring draft payments.
Can I pay with Credit Card?
Can I pay with Credit Card?
Yes but there is a 3% service fee. You can pay with ACH direct debit from your bank account for free.
What happens if I leave Forge mid-year?
What happens if I leave Forge mid-year?
You will finish your payment for the final month the learner was enrolled (not-prorated). You would not get back the registration fee and or any payments that had been made for months which your learner was enrolled. You will not be responsible for the tuition amount for the remainder of the year.
Will the tuition change in the future?
Will the tuition change in the future?
There will be an annual increase in tuition in order to support the growth of the school. Returning families will have an increase, though it will be lower than the tuition for newly incoming families.
How much will the laptop cost?
How much will the laptop cost?
$350 on the low end and $500 average. The more you spend the longer it will last.
Does Forge serve special needs children?
Does Forge serve special needs children?
We are not trained to serve children with serious learning disabilities but may be able to serve young heroes with dyslexia if they receive outside support.
Do you have scholarships or other programs to reduce tuition?
Do you have scholarships or other programs to reduce tuition?
Not currently. But we hope to build this into the future. In the meantime, you can apply for private scholarships here: https://csforegon.org/schools/