Top Military Boarding Schools

  • For the 2019-20 school year, there are 17 top military boarding schools located throughout the USA and Canada, serving 4,715 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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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.
Missouri Military Academy Photo - Established in 1889, Missouri Military Academy has transformed young men into leaders who are well-educated, prepared gentlemen of character. Our long history and distinct traditions inspire a sense of pride and duty among the young men who seek to fulfill their potential at MMA.
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 Mexico Military Institute Photo - The Centennial Flame honoring all NMMI alumnae past and present burns brightly to underscore the Institute motto: Duty, Honor, Achievement.
Army and Navy Academy Photo
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 York Military Academy Photo
Camden Military Academy Photo - A Proud Family!
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.
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!
St. John's Northwestern Military Academy Photo - Leadership training is one of the cornerstones of cadet life at SJNMA. The goal of the Academy is to prepare each of our cadets for success in life by instilling in them a solid work ethic, an understanding of the value of integrity and teamwork, and the ability to think critically, communicate well, and function in a diverse and ever-changing world.
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.
Fishburne Military School Photo
Riverside Military Academy Photo - Riverside Military Academy cadet officers stand at attention during a parade on Maginnis 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.

Top Military Boarding Schools (2019-20)

  • School Location Grades Students
  • Admiral Farragut Academy
    (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
    All-boys 
    (4)
    2605 Carlsbad Blvd.
    Carlsbad, CA 92008
    (888)762-2338
    Grades: 7-12 | 320 students
  • Camden Military Academy
    Camden Military Academy Photo - A Proud Family!
    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
    (540)946-7700
    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 | 150 students
  • Marine Military Academy
    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.
    All-boys 
    320 Iwo Jima Blvd
    Harlingen, TX 78550

    Grades: 7-12, PG | 261 students
  • Massanutten Military Academy
    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.
    (5)
    614 South Main Street
    Woodstock, VA 22664
    (540)459-2167
    Grades: 5-12, PG | 134 students
  • Missouri Military Academy
    Missouri Military Academy Photo - Established in 1889, Missouri Military Academy has transformed young men into leaders who are well-educated, prepared gentlemen of character. Our long history and distinct traditions inspire a sense of pride and duty among the young men who seek to fulfill their potential at MMA.
    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 | 100 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 Military Academy cadet officers stand at attention during a parade on Maginnis Field.
    All-boys 
    (5)
    2001 Riverside Drive
    Gainesville, GA 30501
    (800)462-2338
    Grades: 7-12 | 550 students
  • Robert Land Academy
    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.
    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 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.
    All-boys  (Catholic)
    215 N. Harbor Blvd.
    Anaheim, CA 92805
    (714)772-1363
    Grades: 4-8 | K-8 (day) | 150 students
  • St. John's Northwestern Military Academy
    St. John's Northwestern Military Academy Photo - Leadership training is one of the cornerstones of cadet life at SJNMA. The goal of the Academy is to prepare each of our cadets for success in life by instilling in them a solid work ethic, an understanding of the value of integrity and teamwork, and the ability to think critically, communicate well, and function in a diverse and ever-changing world.
    (Episcopal)
    (4)
    1101 Genesee Street
    Delafield, WI 53018

    Grades: 7-12 | 277 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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