200 N. Carlisle St., New Bloomfield, PA 17068 - 
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Carson Long Military Institute is the oldest boarding school with military training in the United States. Carson Long emphasis is placed upon providing a preparatory education that positions the majority of graduating students to pursue a post graduate (college) career. There is a low teacher-to-student ratio in most classes and a focus on individualized instruction. English as a Second Language (ESL) is offered, and advanced honors courses are available for students who desire a more demanding curriculum.
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Carson Long Military
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| Definition of Terms | ||
| School Focus | College-Prep Military | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered. | 6-12 | 9-12 |
| School Type | All-boys | Co-ed |
| Support for ADD/ADHD Students | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1836 | 1906 |
| Campus Size | 60 acres | 125 acres |
| Student Body | ||
| Enrollment | 142 students | 296 students |
| Percent Students of Color | 10% | 18% |
| Percent International Students | 23% | 18% |
| Percent Students Boarding | 100% | 69% |
| Average SAT Score | n/a | * National Avg. »View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | No | No |
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal | Casual |
| Average Class Size | n/a | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:8 | 1:7 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | n/a | 64% |
| Summer Program Offered | No | Yes |
| Finances | ||
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $21,900 | $42,800 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | n/a | $23,900 |
| Tuition international students | $21,900 | $40,100 |
| Tuition 5 day boarding | $19,400 | $32,950 |
| Percent Students on Financial Aid | 30% | 34% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $2,500 | $18,500 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
| Admission | ||
| Application Deadline | None / Rolling | Jan. 15 |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 62% | 60% |
| Director of Admissions | CPT Craig Martel | |
Sports: |
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| Total Interscholastic Sports Offered | 9 | 13 |
Interscholastic Sports
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| Baseball | Basketball | |
| Drill Team | Football | |
| Marksmanship | Soccer | |
| Tennis | Track and Field | |
| Wrestling | ||
School Notes:
- The Carson Long experience teaches important life skills, teamwork, problem-solving, time management, and more which serves students well upon graduation. Extra curricular activities including major sports,club activities, rifle team, and drum and bugle corps. Students attend worship services of their faith each Sunday.
- The Army Junior ROTC training program motivates our cadets to be better citizens. A wide range of subjects and life skills helps reinforce other areas of academic curriculum - strong skills, communications, leadership, and citizenship.
- Carson Long is governed by a 15 member Board of Trustees and is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
- School accreditations: NAIS, PAIS, Association of Military Colleges and Schools of the US, and TABS
- Profile last updated: 05/10/2011
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