Top Military Boarding Schools

  • For the 2018-19 school year, there are 18 top military boarding schools located throughout the USA and Canada, serving 4,841 students.
  • The military schools listed below are college-prep boarding schools that have rigorous admissions standards.
  • Learn more about military boarding schools and how they work.
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Massanutten Military Academy Photo - At Massanutten Military Academy, our holistic approach to education guides students to excel academically and grow as well-rounded adults. Our co-ed, college prep program focuses on character development, leadership, and service to help your student realize success. We believe in experiential learning promoting a STEM program, 100% college acceptances and 100% participation in athletics. Your child's success can begin today.
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Massanutten Military Academy Photo - At Massanutten Military Academy, our holistic approach to education guides students to excel academically and grow as well-rounded adults. Our co-ed, college prep program focuses on character development, leadership, and service to help your student realize success. We believe in experiential learning promoting a STEM program, 100% college acceptances and 100% participation in athletics. Your child's success can begin today.
New York Military Academy Photo
St. Catherine's Academy Photo - St. Catherine's recognizes the important role that athletics plays in the development of a well-rounded young man. Our physical education program and championship athletic teams seek to develop skills and capabilities that reach far beyond the athletic field.
Robert Land Academy Photo - A strong focus on foundational skills applied in academic courses provides students with opportunities for Canadian, US and world-wide university and college entrance. The Academy also offers foundational courses in English and Math for grades 5-10. These remedial courses allow boys who are behind in core subjects to make significant gains and catch up academically.
St. John's Military School Photo - Through the main gate of campus, the Teardrop (named for the shape of the area) welcomes visitors with over 150 flags donated by alumni, friends, and family of St. John's Military School. Vanier Academic Center faces the main gate.
Fishburne Military School Photo
Admiral Farragut Academy Photo - All dorm rooms have a private bathroom and many have waterfront views.
Camden Military Academy Photo - TEAMWORK!! A lesson better learned outside the classroom. Involvement in extra curricular activities (clubs, sports or band) is not an option because these activities often teach valuable life lessons.
Army and Navy Academy Photo - Our oceanfront campus is a major draw. Located in sunny San Diego, California, our school offers private beach access. We're the only military school in the country with a surf team! There's nothing like relaxing at the beach after a long day of classes.
Randolph-Macon Academy Photo - Randolph-Macon Academy's Flight Program includes a drone class called Unmanned Flight Operations. Students finish with the knowledge base for the FAA exam so they can obtain their commercial drone license if they so desire. This class is just one of the innovative offerings at R-MA.
Riverside Military Academy Photo - Riverside Military Academy cadet officers stand at attention during a parade on Maginnis Field.
Valley Forge Military Academy Photo - VFMA offers college preparatory academics, credentialed faculty, competitive PIAA athletics, and individual attention, providing cadets with an environment focused on their academic success.
New Mexico Military Institute Photo - The Centennial Flame honoring all NMMI alumnae past and present burns brightly to underscore the Institute motto: Duty, Honor, Achievement.
Missouri Military Academy Photo - At MMA, students can broaden their skills and experiences. Elective courses and activities include band, drama, chorus, art and web design. Outside of the classroom, students can earn a private pilot's license via our aviation program. SCUBA, WWII reenactment, rifle team, photography and fencing...these are just a few more unique activities available to cadets.
Howe Military Academy Photo - Cadet praying at the altar in our historic St. James Chapel.
Marine Military Academy Photo - All Marine Military Academy (MMA)Cadets participate in public parades held throughout the year. All parades are held on the MMA Parade Grounds directly adjacent to the Iwo Jima Monument, located at 320 Iwo Jima Boulevard in Harlingen, next to Valley International Airport. MMA’s Honor Band and Silent Drill Team performs at most parades with the exception of summer camp and introductory training graduations.
Hargrave Military Academy Photo - Respect! Integrity! Success! Earn it at Hargrave!
Fork Union Military Academy Photo - The cadets in parade formation. The first full dress parade of the year begins usually at the end of April and is on Sunday.

Top Military Boarding Schools (2018-19)

  • School Location Grades Students
  • Admiral Farragut Academy
    Admiral Farragut Academy Photo - There are a multitude of Upper School Clubs and new clubs may be started with enough student interest and a faculty/staff sponsor. An example of some current clubs: Key Club, Multicultural Club, National Honor Society / National Junior Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta, Spoken Word Poetry Club, Book Club, Guitar Club, Drill Team, Dive Club, and Robotics.
    (8)
    501 Park Street North
    St. Petersburg, FL 33710
    (727)384-5500
    Grades: 8-12 | 320 students
  • Army and Navy Academy
    Army and Navy Academy Photo - A military boarding school education prepares a student for college and life beyond in a way that other types of schools are unable to match. Graduates are equipped with the skills to be leaders in their community with strong abilities in self-discipline, organization, teamwork, and good citizenship. They are truly equipped with the tools for success.
    All-boys 
    (4)
    2605 Carlsbad Blvd.
    Carlsbad, CA 92008
    (888)762-2338
    Grades: 7-12 | 320 students
  • Camden Military Academy
    Camden Military Academy Photo - 12 different Varsity, JV and middle school sports as well as a variety of intramural programs are offered!
    All-boys 
    (10)
    520 Hwy. 1 North
    Camden, SC 29020
    (800)948-6291
    Grades: 7-12, PG | 300 students
  • Fishburne Military School
    Fishburne Military School Photo
    All-boys 
    (5)
    225 S. Wayne Avenue
    Waynesboro, VA 22980
    (800)946-7773
    Grades: 7-12 | 150 students
  • Fork Union Military Academy
    Fork Union Military Academy Photo - The cadets in parade formation. The first full dress parade of the year begins usually at the end of April and is on Sunday.
    All-boys  (Baptist)
    (6)
    P.O. 278, 4744 James Madison Hwy
    Fork Union, VA 23055
    (800)462-3862
    Grades: 7-12, PG | 330 students
  • Hargrave Military Academy
    Hargrave Military Academy Photo - Respect! Integrity! Success! Earn it at Hargrave!
    All-boys  (Baptist)
    (3)
    200 Military Drive
    Chatham, VA 24531
    (800)432-2480
    Grades: 7-12, PG | 250 students
  • Howe Military Academy
    Howe Military Academy Photo - Cadet praying at the altar in our historic St. James Chapel.
    (Christian)
    (6)
    5755 North State Road 9/P.O. Box 240
    Howe, IN 46746
    (888)462-4693
    Grades: 7-12 | 82 students
  • Marine Military Academy
    Marine Military Academy Photo - What kind of young man belongs at the Marine Military Academy? Acceptance to the Academy is based on a number of factors — prior academic history and curriculum, health history and potential. Because of the nature of this challenging academic setting, the Admissions Committee looks for a young man who has the potential to adapt to our program. He must be physically fit, emotionally strong and capable of meeting the demands of MMA’s tough college prep program.
    All-boys 
    320 Iwo Jima Blvd
    Harlingen, TX 78550

    Grades: 7-12, PG | 261 students
  • Massanutten Military Academy
    Massanutten Military Academy Photo - Because of MMA's focus on strong academic achievement, a 100% college acceptance rate and strong alumni support, MMA ranks highly among national co-educational, military schools in the United States. MMA offers rigorous academic programs through our STEM classes, leadership experience through JROTC and now our International Baccalaureate preparing our students to be global leaders once they graduate MMA.
    (5)
    614 South Main Street
    Woodstock, VA 22664
    (540)459-2167
    Grades: 6-12, PG | 134 students
  • Missouri Military Academy
    Missouri Military Academy Photo - A cadet at MMA will make life-long friends with boys from around the world. Currently, MMA has cadets from 25 states and 10 foreign countries.
    All-boys 
    (3)
    204 Grand Street
    Mexico, MO 65265
    (573)581-1776
    Grades: 7-12, PG | 220 students
  • New Mexico Military Institute
    New Mexico Military Institute Photo - The Centennial Flame honoring all NMMI alumnae past and present burns brightly to underscore the Institute motto: Duty, Honor, Achievement.
    (7)
    101 West College Blvd
    Roswell, NM 88201
    (800)421-5376
    Grades: 9-12, PG | 871 students
  • New York Military Academy
    New York Military Academy Photo
    (1)
    78 Academy Avenue
    Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY 12520
    (845)534-3710
    Grades: 8-12, PG | 90 students
  • Randolph-Macon Academy
    Randolph-Macon Academy Photo - Randolph-Macon Academy's Flight Program includes a drone class called Unmanned Flight Operations. Students finish with the knowledge base for the FAA exam so they can obtain their commercial drone license if they so desire. This class is just one of the innovative offerings at R-MA.
    (United Methodist)
    (4)
    200 Academy Drive
    Front Royal, VA 22630
    (540)636-5484
    Grades: 9-12, PG | 257 students
  • Riverside Military Academy
    Riverside Military Academy Photo - Riverside's Sandy Beaver Center for Teaching and Learning features an extensive library, performing and fine arts classrooms, and a large theatre with 725 seats. Our students have many opportunities to perform in plays or musicals, band, chorus, and regional/state competitions.
    All-boys 
    (5)
    2001 Riverside Drive
    Gainesville, GA 30501
    (800)462-2338
    Grades: 7-12 | 550 students
  • Robert Land Academy
    Robert Land Academy Photo - Robert Land Academy is located on a picturesque 168 acre rural campus in Ontario, Canada's Niagara Region. The grounds include an administration building, academic building with classrooms and laboratories, a library, barracks-style dormitories, a dining hall, a fully equipped gymnasium as well as an outdoor above ground swimming pool and playing fields.
    All-boys 
    6727 South Chippawa Rd
    Wellandport, Ontario, Canada 12345
    (905)386-6203
    Grades: 5-12 | 125 students
  • St. Catherine's Academy
    St. Catherine's Academy Photo - St. Catherine's strives to nurture in each student an awareness of God and a sense of moral responsibility. We welcome boys of all faith traditions and respect the religious beliefs of all members of our school community.
    All-boys  (Catholic)
    215 N. Harbor Blvd.
    Anaheim, CA 92805
    (714)772-1363
    Grades: 4-8 | K-8 (day) | 150 students
  • St. John's Military School
    St. John's Military School Photo - Our campus houses a beautiful church where cadets are part of services, choir, and bells.
    All-boys  (Episcopal)
    Po Box 5020
    Salina, KS 67402
    (866)252-1995
    Grades: 6-12 | 231 students
  • Valley Forge Military Academy
    Valley Forge Military Academy Photo - VFMA offers college preparatory academics, credentialed faculty, competitive PIAA athletics, and individual attention, providing cadets with an environment focused on their academic success.
    All-boys 
    (2)
    1001 Eagle Road
    Wayne, PA 19087
    (610)989-1200
    Grades: 7-12 | 200 students
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