Camden Military Academy
The academy's philosophy is to develop the 'whole man' to the end that he is prepared not only academically, but also emotionally, physically, and morally, to face the trials and meet the opportunities that will be his after he leaves Camden Military Academy.
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- Appalachian State University One thing that separated Camden from any other school I've looked at or attended was the small and personal classes. My biggest class went from being 34 at a public school to 12 at Camden. . .
- Covenant College This school creates extreme bonds with brothers you will forever remember. Me and my brothers worked hard together, learned together, and learned the values of truth and discipline. Camden Military Academy is a life changer. . .
- CU Boulder There is a brotherhood that can be found nowhere else. I would not trade in my experience here for anything. This has been a one in a lifetime experience. The teachers here can help the. . .
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Top Rankings
Camden Military Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 303 schools) for:
- Category Attribute
- Boarding Focus High percentage of boarding students
- Affordability Least expensive tuition
| Definition of Terms | 2021 School Data | Camden Military | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College-Prep Military | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered | 7-12, PG | 9-12 |
| School Type | All-boys | Co-ed |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes | Yes |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1892 | 1907 |
| Campus Size | 40 acres | 125 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 300 students | 300 students |
| % Students of Color | 23% | 25% |
| % International Students | 5% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 100% | 70% |
| Average SAT Score | 1050 | * National Avg. »View |
| Average ACT score | 24 | *National Avg. » View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | Yes | No |
| Frequency of Saturday Classes | Monthly | Weekly |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (civilian clothes are allowed during free time) | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 12 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 7:1 | 7:1 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 18 | 18 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 50% | 70% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
| Summer Program Cost | $2,595 (Summer tuition ranges from $2595 to $4895 depending on the options available.) | |
| Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details | |
Tuition Cost
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $24,495 | $59,500 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | n/a | $33,500 |
| Tuition international students | $36,995 | $54,500 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 30% | 40% |
| Avg. Financial Aid Grant | $2,800 (must apply each year and first year is income base) | $25,000 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
Acceptance Rate
| Application Deadline | None / Rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | No | No |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 80% | 58% |
| Director of Admissions | Robert Casey Robinson | |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
AP / Advanced Courses
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 18 | 18 |
| Courses | 33 hours of Dual Enrollment | |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 21 | 16 |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Drill Team, Equestrian, Football, Golf, Intramural Sports Only, Lacrosse, Markmanship, Marksmanship, Riding, Riflery, Soccer, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Wrestling | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 28 | 23 |
| Extracurriculars | Club or Organization: Battalion, Black Jack Drill Team (Pershing Rifles), Boy Scouts, Business Case Cracker, Chess Club, Design & Architecture, Georgian Yearbook, Gosu Gaming, International Club, JROTC, Junior Leadership, KEY Club, Live Well Health Ambassadors, Newspaper (School News), Robotics Team, Skateboarding, Social Media Team Arts and Music Programs: Art Club, Drum and Fife Corps, Fine Arts Club, Green Machine Recycling, Jazz Club, Piano/Guitar Lessons Recreational Athletic Programs: Flight Lessons, Golf Club, Paintball, Schoolreach Quiz team, Variety of Intramural Sports | |
School Notes
- The school's philosophy is to develop the "whole man" to the end that he is prepared not only academically, but also emotionally, physically, and morally, to face the trials and meet the opportunities that will be his after he leaves Camden Military Academy.
- LD types supported: Dyslexia, CAPD, ADD/ADHD, Other mild learning differences
- Camden Military Academy accreditations: Cognia (formerlySouthern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), American Military Schools and Colleges of the United States (AMSCUS)
Profile last updated: 06/28/2021
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