Oak Ridge Military Academy founded in 1852 is recognized as the oldest pre-college military boarding school in the United States.
It was the first military school to accept women in 1854.
In 1926 Oak Ridge was designated a Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps.
Starting in August 2021, the JROTC program will be offered to our 8th-grade cadets.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $36,000
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $20,000
- Acceptance rate: 70%
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
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Top Rankings
Oak Ridge Military Academy ranks among the top 10 schools with < 200 students (out of 80 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
Grades Offered
7-12
9-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1852
1907
Campus Size
110 acres
130 acres
School Motto
TENDIMUS IN LATIUM
Student Body
Enrollment
120 students
320 students
% Students of Color
20%
27%
% International Students
5%
20%
% Students Boarding
75%
66%
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No
Academic Profile
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
7:1
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
10%
73%
Summer Program Details
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
5
18
Tuition & Financial Aid
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$36,000
$69,500
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$20,000
$38,700
Tuition international students
$42,000
$58,300
Summer Program Cost
$4,500
(Adventure Camp Boarding - $2,600 Adventure Camp Day - $1,600)
(Adventure Camp Boarding - $2,600 Adventure Camp Day - $1,600)
Admissions
SSAT Required
Yes
Yes
Acceptance Rate
70%
64%
Director of Admissions
Major Robert Forde
Application URL
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
12
17
School Mascot
Eagle
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
6
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
AeronauticsCyber Security
Drum CorpsRecondo - Raiders Team
Arts and Music Programs:
ChoirMusic Classes
College Matriculation
College Acceptance Rate
100%
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Dale Earnhardt Jr. - An American professional stock car racing driver, team owner, broadcaster for Amazon Prime Video and TNT Sports, podcaster, and businessman.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Oak Ridge Military Academy cost?
Oak Ridge Military Academy's tuition is approximately $36,000 for boarding students and $20,000 for day students.
What is the acceptance rate of Oak Ridge Military Academy?
The acceptance rate of Oak Ridge Military Academy is 70%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 64%.
Who are famous alumni from Oak Ridge Military Academy?
Oak Ridge Military Academy famous alumni include: Dale Earnhardt Jr..
What sports does Oak Ridge Military Academy offer?
Oak Ridge Military Academy offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country Running, Drill Team, Intramural Sports Only, Markmanship, Mountaineering, Riflery, Soccer, Softball, Swimming and Volleyball.
Does Oak Ridge Military Academy offer a summer program?
Yes, Oak Ridge Military Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Oak Ridge Military Academy's ranking?
Oak Ridge Military Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Oak Ridge Military Academy?
The application deadline for Oak Ridge Military Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest boarding school to Oak Ridge Military Academy is Chatham Hall (55.8 miles away)
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