Christian Boarding Schools in Alabama, Mississippi, and Arkansas

Are you looking for a Christian Boarding School in Alabama, Mississippi, or Arkansas for your child or teen? Here is a complete listing of schools for you to consider.

What is a Christian Boarding School?

Christian boarding school is a program where children or teens live and sleep at the school that they attend.

Christian boarding schools (CSBs) are private schools which means they are not state funded. Most of the time, parents pay for their child’s tuition and room and board. Some schools are non-profit and fees are reduced because of donations. Most schools provide scholarships.

While not all the fees will be covered, some CBS work with you so that your insurance covers some of the cost for medical or mental health care at the school.

The majority (but not all) CBSs are a type of therapeutic boarding school that helps children with mental health or behavior issues. Check out our guide on therapeutic boarding schools and how to choose the best one for your youth to make sure you know what to look for when examining each of these schools to see if they are the right fit for your child.

The schools are Christian because they teach or were founded on Biblical principles. Students do not need to be Christian in order to attend the school.

Consider one of these schools if you are looking for a residential program that provides the support and care your child needs.

Listings are for information purposes and do not imply a recommendation.

Christian Boarding Schools in Alabama

Below you will find a list and short description of Christian boarding schools in Alabama. For more options, click here for all therapeutic boarding schools in Alabama.

Saint Bernard Preparatory School in Cullman

Saint Bernard Preparatory School is a Catholic college preparatory school for boys and girls in grades 7-12. Students accepted should be academically capable of and willing to prepare seriously for the life that lies ahead of them in college and life beyond.

The school serves students from all ethnic, socioeconomic, and religious backgrounds. 

St. Bernard is not equipped as a therapeutic setting for students who suffer from serious personal, social or academic issues.

Financial Aid may be available and grants are available for financial need.

Contact St. Bernard Preparatory School at (256) 739-6682 or on their website.

Alabama T C Men’s & Women’s Centers in Warrior

Alabama Teen Challenge Men’s & Women’s Center is a 12-month program that is a free or very low cost faith-based Christian drug and alcohol residential rehab for adult men and women. Their goal is to help people with addiction issues to live a hope-filled and purposeful life.

They provide a safe and loving environment where all attendees can receive the holistic care, discipleship, and long-term counseling necessary to change their habits, relationships, their career paths, and ultimately their lives. 

Contact Alabama Teen Challenge at 205.763.0909 or on their website.

Christian Boarding Schools in Arkansas

Check below to find information about the Christian boarding schools in Arkansas. Click here for a complete list of boarding schools in Arkansas.

Children’s Homes Inc. in Paragould

Glenhaven Youth Ranch in Plainview

Hillcrest Children’s Home in Hot Springs

Subiaco Academy in Subiaco

Subiaco Academy is a Catholic, College Preparatory School, in the Benedictine tradition that offers two programs – a College Preparatory Program (CPC) and a College Preparatory Honors Program (CPHC).

There are opportunities for enrollment for day students, as well as 5-day or 7-day boarding school programs for young men of all faiths in grades 7-12. Subiaco boarding students live in two residential halls, one for students from 7th through 10th grade, and one for juniors and seniors.  

Contact Subiaco Academy at (479) 934-1034 or on their website.

Teen Challenge of Arkansas in Hot Springs Village

Adult & Teen Challenge of Arkansas (ATCAR) provides Christian faith-based, residential care to young people and adults who struggle with addictions. They provide a structured environment for residents to participate in spiritual and emotional support classes that address common struggles and issues, as well as the opportunity to work on overcoming rebellion and the self-destructive behaviors associated with their substance. They learning to develop positive life skills.

ATCAR also offers an opportunity for individuals to earn a GED, develop a positive work ethic, and help others through community service.

The programs are typically 12-18 months and consist of individual and group biblical studies, work projects, education (for adolescents), recreation and more.

Contact Teen Challenge of Arkansas in Hot Springs Village at (501) 624-2446 or on their website.

Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch of NW Arkansas in Marrow

Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch (TCAR) admits boys ages 14-17 who have substance abuse issues, are getting into trouble with the law, have been expelled from another school, or have other inappropriate or dangerous self-destructive behaviors. They provide a safe, Christian atmosphere for families to get help for their troubled boys when all else has failed.

TCAR’s unique program teaches students to regain control of their behavior by helping them to recognize the unproductive patterns in their lives. They believe students can and should take responsibility for their behavior and choices, and that they can learn to make better choices regardless of their situation or past.

There is a cost for TCAR. Because their program is a fully licensed treatment center, families are eligible for insurance funding.

Contact Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch of NW Arkansas in Marrow at (888) 289-6818 or on their website.

Christian Boarding Schools in Mississippi

Here is a list of the Christian boarding schools located in Mississippi. Click here for a complete list of therapeutic boarding schools in Mississippi.

Bass Memorial Academy in Lumberton

Bass Memorial Academy is a Seventh-Day Adventist boarding high school whose main goal is to offer a Christ-centered environment to teach students spiritually, academically, physically, and socially. Most importantly, they work to capture the hearts of students for Jesus and prepare them for eternity.

Bass Memorial Academy is not equipped to meet the needs of young people who have major behavioral or scholastic problems.

Tuition ranges from $11,230 for day students to $17,300 for dormitory students annually. Bass Memorial Academy can assist families with finding scholarships or financial assistance opportunities.

Contact Bass Memorial Academy at (601) 794-8561 or on their website.

French Camp Academy in French Camp

French Camp Academy is a Christ-centered school that offers both residential and day programs for boys and girls in grades 1-12. French Camp Academy may be a good fit for your child if he or she needs a fresh start to overcome difficulties in their home or school life.

The school helps students in normal physical and emotional health who are able to perform at their normal grade level in school. The typical student is one that needs a stable environment due to home situations that are unhealthy or unmanageable for them.

French Camp Academy does not admit students that require special education, have severe health problems, are in need of a therapeutic school, or have a history of inappropriate sexual activity or violent or destructive behavior.

French Camp believes that no young boy or girl be turned away because of a lack of financial resources. They can assist families with finding scholarship funds as well as private payment plans.

Contact French Camp Academy at (662) 547-6482 or on their website.

Saint Stanislaus College in Bay Saint Louis

Saint Stanislaus is a Catholic, all-boys boarding and day school that accepts young men in grades 7 through 12. They offer a junior and senior high school curriculum designed to help students achieve academic success in preparation for college and in life, as well as encouraging students to develop a personal relationship with God. 

Annual tuition ranges from $8,980 for day students to $33,450 for residential students. Their financial aid team works to assess each student on an individual basis and to reward grants to students in need. 

Contact Stanislaus College at (228) 467-9057 or on their website.

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