Riverside Military Academy
Located one hour north of Atlanta, Georgia, Riverside Military Academy has remained one of the nation's premier college preparatory academies for young men in grades 6-12 since 1907.
Our mission is to provide a supportive and challenging educational environment that fosters scholarly competence and intellectual curiosity enhances spiritual and physical fitness and develops leadership skills and the strength of character necessary for success in college and in life.
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- Belmont university Riverside Military Academy was one of the best experiences of my life. It taught me the values of hard work and camaraderie. Along with giving me the opportunity to travel across three nation and. . .
- Georgia Institute of Technology Ricerside is an all-male Military Academy so there is mandatory participation in the JROTC program 24/7. So the structure and disciplinary aspects of the school certainly help graduates stand out, especially if they have any. . .
- Appalachian State University The ROTC program helped shape the framework of how Riverside operates, and as a "Military Academy" it of course had to have that component. This really helped with the direction the education took as well. . .
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Riverside Military Academy ranks among the top 10 schools with 200-400 students (out of 105 schools) for:
- Category Attribute
- Boarding Focus High percentage of boarding students
| Definition of Terms | 2021 School Data | Riverside Military | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College-Prep Military | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered | 6-12 | 9-12 |
| School Type | All-boys | Co-ed |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1907 | 1907 |
| Campus Size | 206 acres | 125 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 290 students | 300 students |
| % Students of Color | 25% | 25% |
| % International Students | 25% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 95% | 70% |
| Average SAT Score | 1323 | * National Avg. »View |
| Average ACT score | 20 | *National Avg. » View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | No | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (Uniform) | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 12 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 12:1 | 7:1 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 15 | 18 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 75% | 70% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
Tuition Cost
| Endowment Size | $40 million | $25 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $44,684 | $59,500 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $25,478 | $33,500 |
| Tuition international students | $51,504 | $54,500 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 46% | 40% |
| Avg. Financial Aid Grant | $15,000 | $25,000 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | No | No |
Acceptance Rate
| Application Deadline | None / Rolling | Jan. 15 |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 85% | 58% |
| Director of Admissions | Tee Mitchell | |
AP / Advanced Courses
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 15 | 18 |
| Courses | Biology, Calculus (AB), Chemistry, Computer Science, English Language & Composition, English Literature & Composition, Human Geography, Physics, Physics C, Physics II, Psychology, Statistics, U.S. Government, U.S. History, World History | |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 16 | 16 |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Drill Team, Fencing, Football, Golf, Intramural Sports Only, Lacrosse, Marksmanship, Riflery, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Wrestling | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 22 | 23 |
| Extracurriculars | Club or Organization: Academic Bowl, Boy Scouts of America, Color Guard, Community Service Club, Cyber Eagles, Drama Club, Drill Team, Esports, JROTC, National History Club, National Honor Society, O.R. Horton Society, Russian Club, Science National Honor Society, Softball, Technology Club, Tennis Club, Ultimate Frisbee, Yearbook Arts and Music Programs: Band Recreational Athletic Programs: Fishing Club, Get Fit | |
College Matriculation
| Year: 2014 - 2015 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| The Citadel | 8 | |
| University of North Georgia | 7 | |
| Auburn University | 6 | |
| Savannah College of Art and Design | 4 | |
| U.S. Military Academy - West Point | 4 | |
| University of Arizona | 4 | |
| Marion Military Institute | 3 | |
| Embry Riddle Aeronautical University | 2 | |
| Florida Institute of Technology | 2 | |
| Georgia Institute of Technology | 2 | |
School Notes
- Through the academy's military structure, cadets learn self-discipline, honor, and leadership skills
- Riverside's Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC)has been designated as a JROTC Honor Unit with Distinction for over 80 years. This means that Riverside can recommend up to 5 cadets per year to the 5 federal service academies.
- Riverside also offers a "Dual Enrollment" program. For qualified senior cadets, they can enroll and take online college courses while taking classes simultaneously at Riverside.
- Riverside offers a Georgia Driver's Education course for young men who would like to obtain their Driver's License. In addition, we also offer a Flight Program for young men interested in obtaining their pilot's license.
- The Academy offers a 4-week summer school program each year.
- Riverside is located one hour north of Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. The Commandant's office can make shuttle arrangments for our cadets needing transportation to and from the airport.
- LD types supported: Mild Learning Differences
- Riverside Military Academy accreditations: SACS;SAIS;NAIS;SABS
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Bassett - Bassett Furniture
- Ira Middleberg (1966) - Attorney, Middleberg, Riddle & Gianna - New Orleans
- Luis Proenza (1962) - President, University of Akron
- Governor Felix Gonzales Canto - State of Quintana Roo, Mexico
- Tommy Prothro (1938) - former coach with the LA Rams and San Diego Chargers
- ADM. David McDonald (1924) - former U.S. Chief of Naval Operations (1963-1967)
- Judge E.J. Salcines - Retired Judge, Florida Appellate Court
- Mike Neveaux - Retired Chief Pilot, Los Angeles Police Dept. Air Support Division
- Cee Lo Green - Singer and Actor
- Peter Lyons - Retired Lawyer, California; Author
Profile last updated: 06/29/2021
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