The Marine Military Academy transforms today's young men intotomorrow's leaders.
We fuel their mind, body and spirit in order to develop the mental and emotional tools needed to navigate their pathforward.
Success is achieved through a safe, structured environment that fosters responsibility to community, country and each other.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12, PG
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $55,650
- Acceptance rate: 70%
- Average class size: 11 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Marine Military Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 274 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Boarding Focus
School Overview
Year Founded
1965
1907
Campus Size
142 acres
130 acres
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 19, 2026
Last Day of School
Fri. May 21, 2027
School Motto
Forging Tomorrow's Leaders
Student Body
Enrollment
200 students
320 students
% International Students
37%
20%
% Students Boarding
100%
66%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academic Profile
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
7:1
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
50%
73%
Summer Program Details
Accreditations
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS)
Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS)
Association of Military Colleges and Schools of the United States
National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC)
Member of the College Board
Texas and National Association for College Admission Counseling (TACAC)
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS)
Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS)
Association of Military Colleges and Schools of the United States
National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC)
Member of the College Board
Texas and National Association for College Admission Counseling (TACAC)
Tuition & Financial Aid
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$55,650
(per year)
(per year)
$69,500
Tuition international students
$55,650
$58,300
Summer Program Cost
$6,250
% Students on Financial Aid
15%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$2,500
(MMA will work with parents on finacial assistance)
(MMA will work with parents on finacial assistance)
$25,000
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
70%
64%
Director of Admissions
Guadalupe Longoria
Adrian Arranaga
Adrian Arranaga
Associate Director of Admissions
Monica Woods
Application URL
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
16
17
Colors
Red, Yellow, White
School Mascot
Leatherneck
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
14
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Animal Care ClubBoy Scouts
ChessCyberPatrior
DECAEMT Club
JROTC JLABMath Club
RoboticsRotary Interact Club
Spelling
Arts and Music Programs:
College Matriculation
College Acceptance Rate
100%
School Notes
- All-male college-prep boarding school
- Stringent academics with more than 50 course offerings
- Honors, Advanced Placement, Dual Enrollment courses
- Curriculum includes Aerospace and Marine Science options
- Opportunities to receive a nomination to a US ServiceAcademy
- 40 acres dedicated to US Marine Corps styled LeadershipEnhancement Development course featuring a rappel tower, 3rockclimbing walls, high ropes challenge, paintball course,obsticle course, mud course, and more
- 18 competitive sports and additional extracurricularactivities
- Moral, spiritual opportunities through civic-minded clubs:Rotary Interact, KEY, National Honor Society, Boy Scouts,non-denominational Vespers, (FCA) Fellowship of ChristianAthletes
- Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps(JROTC)
- International Student Body
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Marine Military Academy cost?
Marine Military Academy's tuition is approximately $55,650 for boarding students.
What is the acceptance rate of Marine Military Academy?
The acceptance rate of Marine Military Academy is 70%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 64%.
What sports does Marine Military Academy offer?
Marine Military Academy offers 16 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Boxing, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Drill Team, Football, Golf, Orienteering, Riflery, Soccer, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track and Track and Field.
Does Marine Military Academy offer a summer program?
Yes, Marine Military Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Marine Military Academy's ranking?
Marine Military Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High percentage of boarding students.
When is the application deadline for Marine Military Academy?
The application deadline for Marine Military Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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