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Carson Long Military Institute
200 N. Carlisle St., New Bloomfield, PA 17068 - View a map of this school Map
tel: 717-582-2121

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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Overview:
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 1842 1900
Campus Size 50 acres 135 acres
     
Student Body    
Enrollment 127 students 300 students
Percent Students of Color 10% 18%
Percent International Students 18% 16%
Percent Students Boarding 100% 70%
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 60%
Summer Program Offered No Yes
     
Finances    
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) $19,900 $39,900
Yearly Tuition (Day Students) $10,450 $22,560
Percent Students on Financial Aid n/a 31%
Merit Scholarships Offered Yes No
     
Admission    
Application Deadline None / Rolling Jan. 15
SSAT Required No Yes
Acceptance Rate n/a 60%
Director of Admissions LT Craig Martel
Sports:
Total Interscholastic Sports Offered 9 13


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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: 10/30/2009
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