Missouri Military Academy
- Every boy becomes a man. What kind of man will yours become? Founded in 1889, Missouri Military Academy (MMA) is a private all-boy college preparatory academy that serves grades 7 through 12 and offers a post-graduate year.
- Located in a safe and peaceful setting in rural Missouri, MMA educates young men from around the world who seek college preparatory and career readiness programs in a military structured environment, focused on developing self-confidence and grit.
- MMA`s 360 Education promotes academic excellence and success, character development, physical development, personal motivation and leadership training to prepare young men to take command of their personal lives and their future.
School News
- D’Cherion Nelson ’15 Graduates from Morehouse, Commissioned as Officer in Marines - 06/29/2020 - As a Missouri Military Academy cadet, D'Cherion "DC" Nelson '15 excelled as the Academy nurtured leadership within him and challenged to achieve. Today, he is a second lieutenant in the ...moreU.S. Marine Corps. with aspirations of working as an intelligence officer in the Pentagon. hide
- Class of 2020 Earns More Than $7.7 Million in College Scholarships - 06/29/2020 - MMA`s Class of 2020 has achieved more than $7.7 million in scholarships and 100% of the class has been accepted to 99 different colleges and universities around the world.
- 20 Missouri Military Academy Cadets Earn Presidential Education Awards - 06/29/2020 - In recognition of their 2020 academic success, seven cadets have earned the President`s Award for Educational Excellence, and thirteen cadets have earned the President`s Award for Educational Achievement.
- Bagpipe Course Now Offered at MMA - 06/29/2020 - Missouri Military Academy cadets looking to add to their musical repertoire have a new option of study this year - the bagpipes. Bagpipes are the newest addition to MMA`s music ...morecurriculum which includes the MMA band, jazz band, choir, marching band and orchestra. hide
- How are Cadets Cared for at MMA’s Ekern Health Center? - 06/03/2020 - Whether for a cadet seeking routine care, evaluation of a sprain from athletic practice, relief from a seasonal cold, or a summer camper needing attention, the Ekern Health Center on ...moreMMA`s campus serves as a quiet place for cadets to be evaluated, rest and recover. Cared for by qualified medical professionals with decades of experience, every cadet is treated in accordance with the gold standard for medical care. hide
- President Geraci Featured in Mission: Readiness Spotlight - 06/01/2020 - Missouri Military Academy President Brigadier General Richard V. Geraci, USA (Ret) was recently featured in a Mission: Readiness member spotlight. Part of the Council for a Strong America, Mission: Readiness ...morebrings together retired admirals and generals who are dedicated to strengthening national security by ensuring kids stay in school, stay fit, and stay out of trouble. hide
- 2019-20 Battalion Staff Meets with President Geraci - 09/17/2019 - Missouri Military Academy does more than teach leadership - MMA is an immersive leadership program that provides cadets with opportunities to learn, lead, and rise in ranks as they increase ...morein leadership skill, knowledge and maturity. The MMA Corps of Cadets, a living, breathing leadership program modeled after the army, holds each young man accountable, challenges him with responsibility, and educates him on his role within, and impact upon, the corps. hide
- MMA's 2019-20 College Triumph Program Launches in Partnership with William Woods University - 09/17/2019 - Twenty-two MMA cadets are taking college courses this fall while still high school students under a partnership between William Woods and MMA called the Triumph Program. Through the program, qualifying ...morecadets can finish high school with one year of college or even earn their associate degree at the same time they earn their high school diploma. hide
- Cadet Bruno Pozzani Prepared for Leadership this Summer - 09/17/2019 - In addition to his attendance at the 2019 Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Leadership Conference in Texas this summer, international MMA student Cadet Pozzani practiced leadership at the Missouri ...moreBoys State (MBS) 80th session by running for governor. hide
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- THE AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF PARIS Unique boarding school with discipline, values and principles. It fosters a camaraderie that I have not seen anywhere else.. . .
- Washburn University Missouri Military focuses on the entire person as it teaches young men to take responsibility for their actions and to take pride in the skills they develop. I would not be the man I. . .
- Memphis State University Discipline and a focus on critical thinking is taught at MMA. Esprit de Corps is high among the Corps of Cadets there and supports a group as well as an individual effort to succeed. . .
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- Category Attribute
- Boarding Focus High percentage of boarding students
- Affordability High percentage of students on financial aid
| Definition of Terms | 2020 School Data | Missouri Military | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College-Prep Military | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered | 7-12, PG | 9-12 |
| School Type | All-boys | Co-ed |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denom. / Christian | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1889 | 1907 |
| Campus Size | 288 acres | 120 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 220 students | 310 students |
| % Students of Color | 40% | 25% |
| % International Students | 25% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 99% | 70% |
| Average SAT Score | 1148 | * National Avg. »View |
| Average ACT score | 23 | *National Avg. » View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (uniform of the day) | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 14 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:11 | 1:7 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 70% | 70% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
| Summer Program Cost | $3,850 (Includes uniforms, tuition, and meals) | |
| Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details | |
Finances
| Endowment Size | $49 million | $22 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $38,000 (Plus uniform and other fees.) | $58,260 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $9,300 (Plus uniform and other fees. Ask about grant support for area students.) | $30,000 |
| Tuition international students | $39,600 | $52,900 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 64% | 38% |
| Avg. Financial Aid Grant | $18,000 | $25,000 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
Admission
| Application Deadline | None / Rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 65% | 57% |
| Director of Admissions | LTC Gregory Seibert | |
| Associate Director of Admissions | Gary Stewart | |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 21 | 16 |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Drill Team, Equestrian, Football, Golf, Markmanship, Marksmanship, Riding, Riflery, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Wrestling | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 18 | 24 |
| Extracurriculars | Club or Organization: Boy Scouts, Informational Technology Internships, Military Police, National Honor Society, WWII Re-enactment Club (Railsplitters), Yearbook Arts and Music Programs: Choir, Drum and Bugle Corp, Jazz Band, Marching Band Recreational Athletic Programs: Drill Team, Horseback Riding, Intramural Sports, M Club (Letterman's Club), Marksmanship, Military Skills (Raider), Paintball, Weights and Conditioning Training | |
College Matriculation
| Year: 2010 - 2012 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign | 9 | |
| University of Missouri | 7 | |
| Purdue University | 6 | |
| Westminster College - Missouri | 5 | |
| Norwich University | 3 | |
| The Citadel | 3 | |
| Truman State University | 3 | |
| United States Air Force Academy | 3 | |
| Indiana University | 2 | |
| University of California - Berkeley | 2 | |
School Notes
- Located in scenic central Missouri, MMA`s 288-acre campus is an ideal setting for a unique boarding school experience
- MMA classes and programs benefit students of every skill level, from a learning resource center to the Triumph Program that allows qualified cadets to take college classes on our campus and work toward an AA degree at the same time they are earning their high school diploma
- A nationally recognized JROTC program, honored more than 30 times with the US Army's highest distinction
- Exceptional facilities, including a state-of-the-art academic building
- Varsity sports, nationally competitive rifle team, equestrian program and more - all cadets participate in athletics
- An internationally diverse student body
- Extensive recreational and extracurricular programs and facilities, from music and chorus to military-style competitions
- On-site paintball course, rappel tower and more
- State-of-the-art technology
- Comfortable, secure residence halls, complete with recreation areas
- Missouri Military Academy accreditations: ISACS, TABS, National Honor Society
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Mr. Dale Dye, 1962 - Author, Actor and Military advisor to many Hollywood movies
- Tony Gervino, 1984 - Senior vice president of culture and content at TIDAL, a global music entertainment platform. Co-founder of two leading media brand magazines: SLAM, a basketball magazine, and XXL, a hip-hop magazine.
- Michael Aubuchon, 1994 - Leading game designer who has contributed to the creation of some of the most well-known games in the industry, including “Doom,” “Rage,” and the “America’s Army” saga
- Venustiano Reyes, 1988 - World-renown composer and musician and composer
- Dr. William Burch, 1989 - Medical director of Methodist North Hospital in Tennessee and program medical director of the Sound Emergency Medicine Fellowship in Texas and Louisiana
- General Clifton Cates, 1910 - 19th Commandant of the US Marine Corp
- Mr. Joaquin Dabdoub, 1981 - Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Japan
- Bridgadier General Carl Tegtmeier, 1962 - Former Deputy Commanding General, 102nd Army Reserve Command
- Mark Ledford, 1978 - Famous jazz trumpeter, vocalist and guitarist
- Jesús Guzmán, 1985 - Stand up comedian, late night talk show host
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