Is online learning for me?
The online student must take responsibility for his or her own learning. In any online education program, the student must be a self-directed learner, have internal motivation to manage his or her own learning during the course of study, and have a basic grasp of Internet navigation. The Bridge School requires students to make the appropriate time for their coursework, in order to succeed.

How does this work?
Because all of our courses are online, we offer our students flexibility that they might not receive in a traditional setting. Our curriculum is engaging and self-paced. All of our courses are backed by our highly qualified staff of certified teachers who are available via instant message, phone, or email if you choose the online teacher option. We also offer a 24/7 student support environment so that you can get help when you need it.

What is the cost of taking online courses?
The Bridge School offers its high quality online classes ranging from $250-$485. This depends on whether the student wants a full time teacher or not. Multiple course packages are available.

Are credits offered through The Bridge School transferable to my local school district?
Yes! Because we are a fully accredited program, your local district should accept the credit. To make sure, contact the district office and ask if they will accept credit from an accredited online program.

Can students that live outside of Texas take our courses?
YES, Students all over the United States and the world can take our courses.

What materials are needed in order to take The Bridge School courses?
All of the courses offered by The Bridge School can be taken 100% online so there is very little need for any additional materials. Some advanced courses may require additional materials. The only things students truly need to begin their coursework are Internet access and a computer. All of our courses can be accessed through dial-up Internet access, but high-speed access is recommended.

What type of software or hardware will I need on my computer to take these courses?
There are some basic requirements for the computer on which you will be working.  Click here to see the basic requirements.

What do I need to do to succeed in an online course?
When you take an online course you need to prepare yourself as you would for any course in a classroom setting. Key differences are that your teacher is online and not face-to-face, and your lessons are on a computer. In an online course, time management is critical to success because most activities can be accomplished asynchronously, which means you don't necessarily have to be online at the same time as your instructor or other students.

Who is my teacher?
Your teacher for each course is a state-certified teacher who has experience teaching online courses. Your first introduction to your teacher will be in a welcome phone call once your enrollment is approved. Your teacher will give you an overview of the course and answer any questions you have.

How can I contact my teacher?
You may contact your teacher instantly through our popular instant messaging service. Also you may use e-mail, fax or toll-free telephone to contact your teacher. Texas-certified teachers are available M-F 8AM - 10PM (CST), and our customer support team monitors the phones 24 hours-a-day, 7 days-a-week, and is available to help you.