Randolph-Macon Academy is a co-ed private school for grades 6-12.
We offer a superior university-preparatory curriculum with military values, preparing graduates to pursue lives of meaning and success. Every year, 100% of our graduates are accepted to the best universities around the world with the Class of 2023 graduating 58 students who received over $19.3 million in scholarships.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: (Boarding) 6-12, PG
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Randolph-Macon Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 290 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Faculty Education
Offering Breadth
School Overview
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1892
1906
Campus Size
135 acres
130 acres
Student Body
Enrollment
315 students
314 students
% Students of Color
40%
25%
% International Students
23%
20%
% Students Boarding
80%
70%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
16
17
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
90%
71%
Summer Program Details
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$10 million
$25 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
n/a
$64,460
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
n/a
$35,600
Acceptance Rate
SSAT Required
Yes
Yes
Director of Admissions
Amy Harriman
Pam Cole
Pam Cole
AP / Advanced Courses
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
16
17
Courses
AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP English Language & Composition, AP English Literature & Composition, AP Environmental Science, AP French IV, AP French V, AP German IV, AP German V, AP Physics C: Mechanics, AP Psychology, AP Spanish IV, AP Spanish V, AP Statistics, AP US Government & Politics, AP US History, Chemistry Honors, English 10 Honors, English 9 Honors, French III Honors, Geometry Honors, Geospatial Information Systems, Dual Enrolled, German 3 Honors, Honors Anatomy & Physiology, Honors Pre-Calculus (Dual-Enrolled), Spanish 3 Honors
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
26
16
Sports
Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Cycling, Drill Team, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Indoor Soccer, Kayaking, Lacrosse, Mountaineering, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Winter Track, Wrestling
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
2
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Flight: Learn how to fly using two school-owned Cessna Aircraft, Unmanned Aviation/Drones
Flight: Learn how to fly using two school-owned Cessna Aircraft, Unmanned Aviation/Drones
College Matriculation
Year:
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
School Notes
- Randolph-Macon Academy is a co-ed private school for grades 6-12. We offer a superior university-preparatory curriculum with military values preparing graduates to pursue lives of meaning and success. Every year, 100% of our graduates are accepted to the best universities around the world with the Class of 2023 graduating 58 students who received over $19.3 million in scholarships.
- Randolph-Macon Academy accreditations: Virginia Association of Independent Schools; Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Randolph-Macon Academy offer?
Randolph-Macon Academy offers 26 interscholastic sports: Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Cycling, Drill Team, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Indoor Soccer, Kayaking, Lacrosse, Mountaineering, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Winter Track and Wrestling. Randolph-Macon Academy is ranked as one of the top boarding schools for most sports offered.
Does Randolph-Macon Academy offer a summer program?
Yes, Randolph-Macon Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Randolph-Macon Academy's ranking?
Randolph-Macon Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High percent faculty with advanced degrees and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Randolph-Macon Academy?
The application deadline for Randolph-Macon Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Alumni Reviews Review School
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Description
One aspect that I liked most about R-MA was the fact that the classes consisted of no more than twenty students. Having this few students in a classroom meant that as an individual student I. . .
Diversity. R-MA offers a wide range of valuable experiences and opportunities (both academic & non-academic) that will certainly propel you to your desired college/university, not to mention have you very well prepared. In. . .
Randolph-Macon is unique for 2 reasons: 1) The ROTC experience is quite unique. I think that drilling as a unit really builds friendships and camaraderie among students. It certainly helps the students. . .
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