Journey Forward
Life Ready Begins Here.
At Salisbury Academy, we believe education should prepare students not only for college—but for life. Journey Forward is our flexible Upper School pathway designed to help high school students build confidence, independence, and real-world readiness in a supportive, mission-driven environment.
Whether a student is homeschooled or attending another school, Journey Forward offers personalized options that equip learners with the skills, mentorship, and experiences they need to thrive.
Choose your path. We’ll support the journey.
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Full-Time Upper School Enrollment
The Complete Salisbury Academy Experience
For families seeking a fully immersive high school experience, full-time enrollment offers the most comprehensive path to college and life readiness.
Students engage daily in honors-level coursework on our Downtown Salisbury campus, following a personalized academic schedule that includes immersive electives and dual-enrollment opportunities, all within a close-knit community where students are known, valued, and supported by teachers who provide consistent guidance and encouragement. Low student-teacher ratios foster meaningful faculty mentorship, while leadership development and community engagement remain central to the student experience. Beginning in 9th grade, students receive dedicated support through our College Support Center.
Students are known, challenged, and supported — graduating confident, capable, and prepared to lead.
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College Support Center
Confident. Personal. Proven.
The college admissions process can feel overwhelming. At Salisbury Academy, it doesn’t have to be.
Our College Support Center provides high-touch, individualized coaching beginning in junior year and continuing through senior year.
Students receive:
*ACT/SAT prep guidance
*Monthly one-on-one college coaching sessions
*Essay writing workshops and application support
*Résumé and LinkedIn portfolio development
*Scholarship search and submission guidance
*FAFSA and CSS Profile completion assistance
*Parent education and financial aid guidance
From building a thoughtful college list to confidently making final decisions, students are equipped with clarity and direction.
Investment
$3,000 annually
This is not a one-size-fits-all process. It is deeply personal, designed to reflect each student’s strengths, passions, and goals—hallmarks of a Salisbury Academy graduate: a confident communicator, a motivated learner, and a resilient leader.
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Catawba College Classes
Real College Credit. Real Confidence.
Beginning junior year, Journey Forward participants can take dual-enrollment courses at Catawba College—earning transferable college credit while still in high school.
What makes our approach different is the support.
Through Journey Forward, students receive step-by-step guidance from our College Success Coach, including:
*Personalized course planning and registration
*Orientation and technology setup support
*Weekly check-ins and tutoring as needed
Coaching in essential college skills such as:
*Communicating with professors
*Navigating office hours
*Managing syllabi and deadlines
*Using college platforms and systems
Timeline
March: Information sessions and individual student planning meetings for rising 11th and 12th grade students
Late March–Early April: Catawba registration
Investment
$500 per semester, per Catawba course
Students gain more than credit—they gain confidence, independence, and the ability to navigate collegiate expectations with poise.
This is Life Ready learning in action: stretching into new environments while surrounded by trusted mentors who ensure students feel capable every step of the way.
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Individual Course Offerings at the SA Upper School
Flexible. Engaging. Connected.
Journey Forward also offers individual, in-person Upper School courses for homeschool and non-SA students.
Families can supplement their current educational path with:
*Core academic courses
*Electives such as art, wellness, and Spanish
*In-person instruction from Salisbury Academy faculty
*Access to our Downtown Salisbury campus community
*Optional quiet study/workspace
*Parent updates on attendance and participation
These course offerings provide structure, challenge, and meaningful connection—without requiring full-time enrollment.
Investment
$2,000 per course, per semester
Students benefit from experiential, discussion-rich classes that encourage critical thinking, communication, and collaboration. They gain the rigor of a strong academic environment alongside the flexibility families value.