Admission into TPH St. Louis is selective and not guaranteed. Each applicant is evaluated to ensure they're the right fit for the expectations, structure, and standards of our program.
The most important things to understand about our model.
Students attend the academy (school) each day from 8:00 AM–3:30 PM, then go their separate ways to club practices and games after school.
TPH St. Louis Academy is not a team and is not connected to any specific club or organization.
We do not offer boarding or billeting options. Our student-athletes live at home with their families.
Enrollment into TPH St. Louis is intentionally structured and selective, and enrollment opportunities are limited each academic year. Five clear steps — no black box.
Meet our staff, tour the campus, and learn the structure, expectations, and daily schedule.
Apply for the 2027–2028 academic year ($99 application fee). The academic and student-athlete review process begins.
Your student visits campus, experiences the academics, training, and environment firsthand — and our staff evaluates overall fit.
Admissions decisions are released and enrollment opportunities are offered to selected students.
Complete the enrollment process, finalize tuition and scheduling, and prepare for the academy year.
Admissions decisions are based on overall fit — academically, athletically, socially, and culturally. We are looking for student-athletes who truly want to be here, value the opportunity, and positively contribute to the academy culture.
Applying is what opens the door to a Shadow Day for your student, and/or an on-site family meeting and walk-through of the program. Questions? PMcRae@TPHAcademy.com
Start the ApplicationThe academy is not the right fit for every child — and we say so openly. It is built for a specific kind of student-athlete.
The students who thrive here are shooting pucks in the driveway, playing mini sticks in the basement, and asking for more ice — not less. For them, burnout isn't possible. If that love isn't there yet, the academy may not be the right fit.
Students who are — for their age — self-driven, motivated, and dedicated to getting better. Surrounded daily by like-minded peers with similar goals, dreams, and passions, they push each other and have fun doing it.
Every student must meet their academic standard daily to be eligible to train. For our students, that opportunity means so much that staying eligible becomes its own motivation.
Experience a full academy day — academics, training, and all. Shadow Days for 2027–28 admission are held September through November 2026, on Mondays, Tuesdays, or Wednesdays. A completed application is required before scheduling.
| Time | Shadow Day Activity |
|---|---|
| Before 8:00 AM | Arrive at the front entrance of Centene (CCIC) — a staff member and student host will meet you |
| 8:10 AM | Morning meeting — mentorship, warm-up, or video |
| 8:20 AM | Academic Block 1 — work on the Edmentum platform with a current student |
| 9:30 AM | Off-ice training |
| 11:00 AM | On-ice training |
| 12:15 – 12:50 | Lunch |
| 1:00 – 3:20 PM | Academic Blocks 2 & 3, with a break — plus one-on-one time with our Head of Academics and staff |
| 3:30 PM | Pick-up at the front of CCIC |
Lunch, snack, and drinks • hockey gear • schoolwork for academic blocks (or a book) • laptop or tablet. During the day, staff will meet with your student about their goals and answer any questions.
Hear directly from TPH St. Louis parents.
Development in athletics, academics, and character — with staff who genuinely care and communicate openly with families.
A community of driven, motivated students with shared goals and passions. Iron sharpens iron.
Individualized on-ice and off-ice training during the day gives athletes more free time to relax, play other sports, and recover — reducing the need for extra private lessons.
A blended academic model built for busy hockey schedules, with on-demand tutors and full parent visibility into pacing and grades.
“Coach FA's Mentorship Program has helped me increase my confidence and also how to work harder on and off the ice. Coach FA talks about the importance of getting in the right mindset before games and staying in that mindset during games which has impacted me as a player. I strive every day to be a better student, athlete, and person.”
TPH St. Louis Hockey • Student-Athlete
“Our son has progressed from A1 to AA and will now be playing AAA this next season! He's motivated to elevate his game and being surrounded by other athletes and dedicated coaches and mentors has pushed him to work hard. We also value the way the teachers, coaches and mentors encourage personal growth.”
TPH St. Louis Hockey • Parent of Greyson
200+ paid applications for 2026–27. Selective by design — we build for the right fit, not for volume.
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