Washington Youth ChalleNGe Academy

Washington Youth ChalleNGe Academy includes academics, service to community, leadership, mentoring, and personal development during its residential phase. The program has a 22-week intensive residential phase and a two-year post-residential phase, with class cycles that run 147 days and include up to 4 days for home pass and “Launch Placement” activities. Admission is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Programs

• Washington Youth ChalleNGe Academy — 15-18 years old; eligible resident of Washington state; U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident, permanent resident alien or green card holder · 22-week intensive residential phase; two-year post-residential phase; class cycle is 147 days, including up to 4 days for home pass and “Launch Placement” activities

At a glance

• Ages: 15–18 years old
• General schedule: Residential phase activities include academics, service to community, leadership, mentoring and personal development.

About the provider

The mission of Washington Youth ChalleNGe Academy is to provide a highly disciplined, safe, and professional learning environment that empowers at-risk youth to improve their educational level and employment potential and become responsible and productive Washingtonians.

Admission is on a first-come, first-served basis. Accepting applications now. Limited visitors on campus, by appointment only.

Last updated September 12, 2026.