Fork Union Military Academy
Fork Union Military Academy in Fork Union, Virginia, is a Christian, college preparatory, military-style boarding school for young men in Grades 7 through 12 and postgraduates.
Fork Union was founded in 1898 and has a rich tradition promoting character, leadership, and scholarship.
Fork Union Military Academy strives to keep its tuition as low as possible so that the cost of military school is affordable for as many families as possible.
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- Rutgers University Fork Union is a tough place to be, but a great place to be from. As a young man you learn accountability, discipline, and how to follow direction.. . .
- George Mason University Fork Union will change your son’s life. I’m not exaggerating. I’m not using hyperbole. I have no vested interest in convincing you of this fact. FUMA is a special place, and it will take the. . .
- Hampden-Sydney College There is no other school in the country that takes immature boys and turns them into total men. Body/Mind/Spirit are the three core values that FUMA strives to advance, and they do one helluva job. . .
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- Affordability High percentage of students on financial aid
| Definition of Terms | 2020 School Data | Fork Union Military | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College-Prep Military | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered | 7-12, PG | 9-12 |
| School Type | All-boys | Co-ed |
| Religious Affiliation | Baptist | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1898 | 1907 |
| Campus Size | 1305 acres | 125 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 330 students | 300 students |
| % Students of Color | 48% | 25% |
| % International Students | 10% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 97% | 70% |
| Average SAT Score | 1110 | * National Avg. »View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | Yes | No |
| Frequency of Saturday Classes | Weekly | Weekly |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (Military-style uniforms) | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 12 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 8:1 | 7:1 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 19 | 18 |
| ESL Courses Offered | No | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 68% | 70% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
| Summer Program Cost | $4,500 | |
| Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details | |
Finances
| Endowment Size | $18 million | $23 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $33,940 | $59,000 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $14,950 | $32,600 |
| Tuition international students | $42,190 | $53,500 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 74% | 40% |
| Avg. Financial Aid Grant | $15,057 | $25,000 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
Admission
| Application Deadline | None / Rolling | Jan. 15 |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 55% | 58% |
| Director of Admissions | COL Tripp Billingsley | |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 16 | 16 |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Diving, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Marksmanship, Orienteering, Riflery, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Winter Track, Wrestling | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 23 | 24 |
| Extracurriculars | National Honor Society Club or Organization: Boy Scouts of America, Breakfast Club - Christian Study Group, Chess Club, Computer Gaming Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Fishing Club, Global Citizens Club, Honor Council, Interact Club, National Junior Honor Society, Quadrille Club, Retan Rifles, School Newspaper, School Yearbook, SCUBA Club, Woodworking Club Arts and Music Programs: Bagpipers, Band, Choir, Chorale, Dramatics Recreational Athletic Programs: Orienteering | |
College Matriculation
| Year: 2017 - 2018 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| James Madison University | 18 | |
| Virginia Tech | 16 | |
| George Mason University | 11 | |
| The Citadel | 8 | |
| Virginia Commonwealth University | 8 | |
| Liberty University | 7 | |
| University of Alabama | 5 | |
| Pennsylvania State University | 4 | |
| University of Tennessee | 4 | |
| United States Naval Academy | 3 | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes
- Fork Union Military Academy in Fork Union, Virginia, is a Christian, college preparatory, military-style boarding school for young men in Grades 7 through 12 and postgraduates. Fork Union was founded in 1898 and has a rich tradition promoting character, leadership, and scholarship.
- Upper School students follow a unique "One-Subject Plan" of study, concentrating on a single major subject every seven weeks. Middle School students follow a traditional middle school schedule. The mission of Fork Union Military Academy is to provide young men a college preparatory education in a residential, Christian environment.
- Using the best aspects of the military system, the Academy teaches its cadets responsibility, leadership, discipline, and pride by providing an atmosphere in which spiritual, mental, and physical growth can flourish. In addition to our high-quality academics, our athletic program is outstanding. Our school has produced two Heisman Trophy winners (Vinny Testaverde and Eddie George), one Heisman Trophy finalist (Chris Perry), many professional NFL and NBA players, and Olympians.
- Fork Union Military Academy is located within the small village of Fork Union in Central Virginia on a large wooded tract of more than 1,300 acres. This rural setting provides a sanctuary from the noises and bad influences associated with larger cities and suburbs, and gives students wide open spaces for orienteering, cross country, and other outdoor activities. With fewer external distractions, our peaceful, pastoral environment is ideal for this school.Fork Union has a number of endowed scholarships that are awarded to cadets based on various qualifications such as leadership, character, academic performance, and other qualities specific to the scholarship fund.
- Fork Union Military Academy accreditations: Accreditated by the Virginia Association of Independent Schools
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Sonny Randle, '54 - Sportscaster, former NFL wide receiver
- Plaxico Burress, '96 - NFL football player, wide receiver for New York Giants
- Gen. John T. Chain, Jr., '52 - Former Commander In Chief of the Strategic Air Command
- Robert S. Bloxom, '55 - Virginia's Secretary of Agriculture
- Charles Edwin Estes, '43 - CEO of Great Coastal, a nationwide trucking company
- John Bassett Vaughan, '48 - Vaughan-Bassett Furniture Company
- Edward Telling, '38 - Former Chairman & CEO of Sears
- Kevin Plank, '91 - President & Founder of Under Armour
- Billy Campbell, '76 - Actor
- Lloyd Dobyns, '53 - Fomer NBC News Reporter/Correspondent
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