A College-Preparatory Year for High School Graduates

Preparation for College. Preparation for Life

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Redemption Christian Academy's Postgraduate Program is designed for high school graduates seeking a focused, college-like academic experience that strengthens readiness, maturity, and purpose. The program mirrors the structure, pace, and expectations of collegiate life while maintaining the mentorship, accountability, and community that define RCA.

Students may enroll for one or two years, based on individual academic goals and readiness.

2 students in a STEM class
2 students in a STEM class

A Collegiate Academic Experience

The Postgraduate Program operates on a college-style schedule, emphasizing independence, responsibility, and disciplined time management. Students engage in advanced coursework, dual enrollment, and structured study periods that prepare them for the realities of higher education.

Academic Focus

  • Dual Enrollment and College Credit through Russell Sage College
  • Advanced Placement (AP) coursework
  • SAT/ACT preparation
  • One-on-one academic tutoring and mentoring
  • Strengthened instruction in English, Mathematics, and Critical Thinking
  • Program exploration in STEAM, Agricultural Engineering, and Makerspace learning
Academic growth is intentional and individualized, allowing students to close gaps, build confidence, and develop strong collegiate study habits.

students in a classroom
students in a classroom

Career Pathways & Life Readiness

Learning at RCA extends beyond the classroom. Postgraduate students participate in Career Pathways that connect academic learning to practical application and real-world responsibility.

Students may engage in pathways such as:

  • Culinary Arts
  • Construction and Facilities Maintenance
  • Entrepreneurship and Business Operations
  • Landscaping and Applied Trades

Through these pathways, students develop essential life skills, including:

  • Time management and organization
  • Independent living skills
  • Problem-solving and decision-making
  • Professional communication and work ethic
This approach reinforces RCA's belief that education should be lived, applied, and purposeful.

rca athlete in a basketball jersey
rca athlete in a basketball jersey

Athletics with Purpose

Athletics within the Postgraduate Program support discipline, leadership, and resilience. Student-athletes are held to clear academic and behavioral expectations while receiving guidance toward collegiate opportunities.
  • Member of the New England Preparatory School Athletic Council (NEPSAC)
  • Participation in RCA's nationally recognized basketball program
  • NCAA eligibility guidance and compliance support
  • Exposure to college coaches and recruiting opportunities
Athletics serve as a training ground for habits that support success beyond the court.

College Readiness & Transition Support

RCA provides structured guidance throughout the college preparation and transition process. Students work closely with staff to clarify goals, plan next steps, and move forward with confidence.

Support includes:

  • Early engagement in the college search and application process
  • Academic planning aligned with individual goals
  • Ongoing mentorship focused on accountability, follow-through, and growth
RCA graduates maintain a 95% college placement rate, reflecting the program's intentional preparation model.

Mission, Resolve, and Growth

The Postgraduate Program reflects RCA's core belief that education is not only about advancement, but formation. Students are challenged to live out the school's mission and resolve - practicing work and excellence, developing independence, and committing to personal growth.

Preparation at RCA is intentional, disciplined, and lived - academically, personally, and purposefully.