New York Military Academy
- The mission of New York Military Academy is to develop our cadets in mind, body, and character; to prepare them for further education and to be effective leaders and responsible citizens.
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- Butler University The setting for learning in a military environment, prepared me for a wide range of challenges that other students not in such an environment would be exposed to. Learning military protocols, rules, regulations, rules. . .
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New York Military Academy is listed among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 318 schools) for:
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- Affordability High percentage of students on financial aid
| Definition of Terms | 2019 School Data | New York Military | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College-Prep Military | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered | 8-12 | 7-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1889 | 1909 |
| Campus Size | 120 acres | 104 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 100 students | 320 students |
| % Students of Color | 20% | 23% |
| % International Students | 40% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 90% | 70% |
| Average SAT Score | 1200 | * National Avg. »View |
| SAT range (25th-75th percentile) | 900 - 1300 | - |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | No | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (Uniform) | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 10 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:8 | 1:7 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 13 | 18 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 80% | 69% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
| Summer Program Cost | $2,500 (2-week day program (10 days) - $1,350 2-week boarding program (14 days) - $2,500 (additional fees may apply for international attendees) 2-week boarding program (14 days with NYC trip on weekend) - $2650 (additional fees may apply for international attendees) Pay in full by April 1st and receive a discount.) | |
| Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details | |
Finances
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $44,160 (Additional fees may apply.) | $57,300 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $23,250 (Additional fees may apply.) | $31,250 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 60% | 37% |
| Avg. Financial Aid Grant | $13,000 | $25,000 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
Admission
| Application Deadline | None / Rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | No | No |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 50% | 57% |
| Director of Admissions | John Dolan | |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
AP / Advanced Courses
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 13 | 18 |
| Courses | AP Biology, AP Government, AP Macro Economics, AP Mandarin, AP Physics I, AP Physics II, AP Psychology, AP Research, AP Seminar, AP Spanish, Calculus A/B, Calculus B/C, Statistics | |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 17 | 16 |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Drill Team, Football, Golf, Orienteering, Riflery, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Wrestling | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 12 | 23 |
| Extracurriculars | Club or Organization: JROTC, Math Honor Society, National Honor Society, Raiders, Senior Strings, Student Government, Student-directed plays, United People of Many Colors, Weekend Off-campus Activities, Yearbook, Youth Service Fellowship Arts and Music Programs: Blue Grass/Fiddle Club | |
College Matriculation
| Year: 2008 - 2017 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| SUNY Maritime | 7 | |
| Iona College | 6 | |
| Norwich University | 5 | |
| Pennsylvania State University | 5 | |
| University of Hartford | 5 | |
| American University | 3 | |
| Hofstra University | 3 | |
| Northeastern University | 3 | |
| SUNY Albany | 3 | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes
- Founded in 1889, the New York Military Academy is one of America's oldest boarding schools and a premier college preparatory school posting a 100% college placement record. NYMA is a private, co-ed, international boarding school currently serving students from grade 8 to 12. Located at the foot of Storm King Mountain in the heart of the Hudson Valley, NYMA has been producing character-driven leaders of industry, politics, and local communities for over a century.
- Open House Dates: https://www.nyma.org/admissions/open-houses-tours/
- If you are interested in finding out more information about the New York Military Academy, please call (845) 534-3710, Ext. 4272.
- New York Military Academy accreditations: Middle States Association, The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Donald Trump '64 - 45th President of the United States
- Francis Ford Coppola '56 - Oscar-winning film director
- Robert Stiller '61 - Founder and CEO of Green Mountain Coffee
- Robert H. Benmosche '62 - CEO Met Life, Chairman AIG (2008-Present)
- Stephen Sondheim '46 - Composer, Lyricist
- Les Brown '32 (Deceased) - Musician, Composer, Arranger, Conductor of the Les Brown Band
- MG Robert McClure '15 (Deceased) - Decorated commander in World War I, World War II, and Korea, Recipient of the Distinguished Service Cross
- Farleigh Dickinson '37 (Deceased) - Philanthropist, Businessman, Political Leader
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