This is an Institute, not a retreat.
The Patriot Institute exists to develop leaders in knowledge and virtue for the purpose of restoring Biblical principles in all pockets of society.
The institute at patriot academy
A residential institute in the Texas Hill Country for scholars ready to study, serve, and lead.
2026 - 2027 class dates
October 2nd - May 22nd
Scholars
20-30 Scholars (18 - 23 years of age). Exceptions can be made for high school super seniors.
cost
Full tuition is $20,000 (Covers lodging and classes).
A limited number of $15,000 scholarships are available for the 2026 - 2027 class. If you qualify and receive one, your tuition will be reduced to $5,000.
WE STILL HAVE SPOTS AVAILABLE FOR THE 2026 - 2027 CLASS!
Hands on Training
Learn how to think, not what to think.
Scholars of our 9 Month Institute receive an aggregate of 25 hours a week of academics, training, and development, with weekly service hours and close mentorship throughout the program.
Disciplines
- Biblical Worldview
- Moral Philosophy
- Apologetics
- Communications
- Biblical Civics
- Leadership
- Health and Fitness
- Personal Mentorship
- Monthly Debates
- And more
Classes
- Character Development
- Public Speaking and Debate
- Government and Founding Documents
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Four day Foundations Firearms Class
- Emergency Medical Response Class
- Beyond the Page
- Church history
- American history
- Living Your Purpose
- And more
What You Need to Know
Daily Needs and Accommodations
- Housing: Scholar housing will be provided in the Patriot Cottages on campus, with 2 – 4 scholars per cottage depending on the unit size.
- Laundry: Laundry units are not provided on campus. Scholars will need to plan to do laundry in town.
- Meals: Scholars are responsible for providing their own meals. On occasion, Institute leadership will host a fellowship evening with a meal included.
- Transportation: It is highly encouraged to bring your own means of transportation on and off campus. Institute leadership, or Patriot Academy staff, will not be responsible for scholars daily transportation needs.
- Holiday breaks: Thanksgiving (Nov 22nd – 29th), Christmas (Dec 20th – Jan 3rd), Easter (March 25th – 29th)
Life at the Institute
Outings & Trips
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Campus Life
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Class
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Service
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Mentors worth learning from.
Scholars and students learn hands on from instructors and mentors with real world experience in Biblical civics, leadership, communication, media, constitutional defense, apologetics, and more.
Faculty
Rick Green
Founder & President
Krish Dhanam
Dean of the Patriot Institute
Reagan Green
Executive Director
Faith Green
Administrative Director
Tristan Ghazal
Fitness and BJJ, Networking and Business
Frank Gaffney
National Security
Jared Grissom
Emergency Medical Response Class
Hannah Russell
Institute Specialist
Guest Teachers
Mark Meckler
Article V and Servant Leadership
David Barton
History and Current Events
Tim Barton
History and Current Events
Joseph Backholm
Director of the Applied Political Science Program
Need Clarity?
Got questions?
We would be glad to help you think through program fit, dates, tuition, scholarships, or next steps. Send us a note and our team will follow up.
Take the Next Step
Lead with wisdom. Act with integrity. Influence with truth.
Seats are limited so every Scholar receives real mentorship, real training, and real attention. Start the conversation today.