Craft Academy

The Craft Academy for Excellence in Science and Mathematics is a residential academy for academically exceptionally gifted high school juniors and seniors. The Craft Academy provides students with a postsecondary residential experience to complete their junior and senior high school years by enrolling in college courses.

The Craft Academy's purpose is to meet the unique educational needs of academically gifted and talented high school juniors and seniors in the Commonwealth. The academic rigor of the Craft Academy challenges students to excel at their highest level through project-based STEM+X courses and hands-on learning experiences, emphasizing innovation, design and creativity, and civic and regional engagement.

Admissions

Connect with Craft Academy enrollment counselors and get ready to soar!

Alumni

Once an Eagle ... always an Eagle. Your connection with the Craft Academy doesn't end at graduation. We want to hear from you!

Curriculum

You will learn with outstanding faculty who are experts in their field and enjoy incredible facilities that expand the possibilities of your learning.

Center for STEM+X

The Center for STEM+eXcellence offers informal STEM+X education opportunities for Kentucky students in grades K-12. Programs are offered during the summer and throughout the year.

showcase-craft-hazel-green-1900x915.webp stroll — Get involved

Enhance your overall experience at the Craft Academy by getting involved in select student organizations and service-learning opportunities.

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"Seeing the tangible results of all my hard work while at the Craft Academy gave me a newfound sense of hope. Hope that if I can send something to space at 17, the possibilities of what I could do are truly limitless."