From Wonder to Wisdom

Live and asynchronous online classes and character formation programs from The Stony Brook School.

The Gravitas Approach

Gravitas is an online program of The Stony Brook School, the world’s premier Christian boarding school.

Gravitas offers a time-tested Stony Brook School education to students worldwide through live and asynchronous traditional liberal arts classes, a daily character formation program, weekly chapel and advisory, student clubs and councils, and cutting-edge Passion Academy courses.

45% of graduates earn admission to the top 30 most selective U.S. universities. If you want the freedom to pursue your passions while growing in wisdom and virtue and making friends from around the world, Gravitas is the school for you!

Discussion-Based Classes

Explore a full range of regular, honors, and advanced classes across all subjects for students in grades 5-12.

Passion Academy Electives

Prepare for 21st century careers through a wide range of Passion Academy courses, mini-courses, and workshops in fields like entrepreneurship, digital art, computer programming, and engineering.

Character Formation Program

Cultivate Christian virtues through daily lessons, spiritual disciplines, and journaling through the Gravitas Character Formation Program.

Explore Our Course Catalog

Gravitas has something for everyone. With a wide range of courses, levels, and modes of instruction, school partners and individual families can find classes that will help students elevate academically and spiritually.

Live and Asynchronous Learning

Gravitas courses are taught LIVE, but they can be taken asynchronously by those who need a more flexible schedule.

Students who attend live class will benefit from being known and loved by world-class, Christ-centered teachers and from developing friendships with peers from over 20 different countries.

Gravitas's Array of Excellent Academic Programs can Meet the Specific Needs of Your Student and Family.

Tuition varies by class and mode of instruction. Generous need-based financial aid is available to individual families. School partners also receive discounted pricing. Inquire with gravitas@sbs.org for more information.

Parents and Partners Are Thrilled About Gravitas

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“Check out this school if you are looking for a safe place to send your kids for a Christian-based, first class education. My two oldest boys attend here and I could not be happier. We were drawn in by the academic reputation of SBS and the faith-based component. The flexibility Gravitas provides and the live instruction are terrific. The high level of engagement of the teachers sets Gravitas apart."

"It is important as a Christian school to be able to find good, like-minded partners in Christian education. Gravitas: A Global Extension of The Stony Brook School offers an exceptional partnership to any Christian school desirous of partnering to offer classes at their school of the academically-excellent and Christ-centered caliber Stony Brook has been offering for over 100 years. Stony Brook teachers, Stony Brook curriculum, Stony Book character formation–all tailored to your school's specific needs and at the fingertips of any school that wants it! A true God-send for Christian schools wishing to utilize the best online learning has to offer."

"Our daughter is thriving, and it's the Gravitas difference."

Start Growing in Gravitas Today!

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