"Our Utmost for His Highest"
About Us
Saint Augustine Sports and Science Institute is a two-year catholic community college dedicated to intellectual, spiritual, and vocational formation, where student cohorts engage in tutorial-based education under the guidance of a local facilitator as they pursue a diverse selection of accredited, Christ-centered study programs. We provide students with life-changing educational and holistic formation opportunities.
Our Goal
Our goal is to become a school of excellence that form academically astute, spiritually sound, and professionally prepared leaders eager to transform the world for the glory of God. Saint Augustine Sports and Science Institute achieves its goals through high quality, affordable, market-targeted online education and high-touch, community-based programming.
Statement of Faith
We are firmly positioned within the long tradition of the one, holy, catholic, and apostolic church. We submit fully to the teaching authority of the Roman Catholic Church's magisterium. We seek to serve those families and communities who hold to biblical, trinitarian, catholic and orthodox theology. We are deeply rooted in our commitment to Jesus Christ as we seek to operate within the rich heritage, traditions, and communion of the Church.
Mission
Our mission is to offer Christ-Centered tutorial-based education that fosters intellectual, spiritual, and vocational formation
Vision
Our vision is to form the next generation for the glory of God.
Students
Students within the Saint Augustine Sports and Science Institute experience a unique dual role. Within this dual membership, students benefit from mentorship and guidance within a small group setting, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience. In addition, students who flourish in their academic programs are well prepared to become your future Tutors and Directors for the next generation.
Socratic Engagement
Socratic engagement is an essential educational practice at Saint Augustine Sports and Science Institutes. This method of discussion based, question-and-answer instruction between tutors and students encourages critical thinking, the challenge of preconceptions, and the nurturing of thoughtful discourse. Saint Augustine Sports and Science Institutes, facilitators (“tutors”) guide students through cooperative dialogues where they share their questions, discuss their readings and essays, and mutually sharpen their thinking. This unique exchange allows tutors and students to both sharpen their reasoning skills, while also forming one another through biblical discipleship. These dialogues not only foster intellectual formation, but also play a significant role in spiritual and vocational growth.
Education Philosophy
Saint Augustine Sports and Science Institute educational philosophy is based on The Oxford tutorial system. It is a cornerstone of our educational philosophy. Originating in the medieval colleges and private halls of Oxford and Cambridge, this system is built upon intimate discussions and mentorship. In the Oxford tutorial system, students delve into subjects through one-on-one or small-group sessions with tutors. This tutorial system shapes our mission to strengthen local communities by offering Christ-Centered tutorial-based education that fosters intellectual, spiritual, and vocational formation.
Human Formation
We define human formation as the lifelong journey of nurturing individuals within their families and faith communities to worship God and interact with the world in accordance with divine design and commands. Our approach emphasizes intellectual, spiritual, and vocational formation and recognizes the essential role of family and the local church in shaping core beliefs and worldviews. Human formation is an ongoing journey that encompasses life within and beyond the home, with the goal of preparing individuals for life both in this world and in the world to come.
Tutors
Tutors are subject matter specialists hired by Saint Augustine Sports and Science Institute to facilitate Socratic engagement, aid in spiritual maturity, and provide hands-on learning opportunities for Saint Augustine Sports and Science Institutes members as these members complete their assignments from our partner universities. Tutors are knowledgeable and skilled in specific subjects, providing students with additional support and guidance to enhance their understanding and mastery of the academic material. Tutors are at the heart of the Saint Augustine Sports and Science Institute experience and are based on the Oxford tutorial system, where students are intellectually, spiritually, and vocationally formed by their tutors.
Mentors
Mentors are members of a local community who volunteer their time to offer intellectual, spiritual, and vocational mentorship for Hall members. Mentors play a crucial role in sharing wisdom, nurturing faith, and shaping character.
Athletics
Saint Augustine Sports and Science Institute seeks to develop athletic students to the “Next Level,” of performance through leadership and innovation. Furthering the college’s mission through its sports program. Developing spiritual, academic, athletic, and personal excellence through a personalized first-class, Christ centered, experience, unique in college sports.