Southern Prep provides the structure your son needs.
Every aspect of life as a cadet at Southern Prep is designed to encourage exceptional academic achievement and personal growth.
Open Enrollment - new students accepted throughout the school year.
We offer the same classes as any other public or private school; the only difference is our class sizes are smaller (8-12 boys per class). Over 125 Years of Excellence.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: (Boarding) 6-12
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $35,000
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Southern Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 5 military schools (out of 16 military schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Boarding Focus
Affordability
Faculty Education
Student Test Scores
School Overview
Grades Offered (Boarding)
6-12
9-12
Year Founded
1898
1907
Campus Size
320 acres
130 acres
Student Body
Enrollment
130 students
314 students
% Students of Color
20%
25%
% International Students
4%
20%
% Students Boarding
98%
69%
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
7:1
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
75%
71%
Summer Program Details
Tuition Cost
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$35,000
(Please add $2,500 for out of state students. Contact our Admissions Team to receive information on our payment plans. )
(Please add $2,500 for out of state students. Contact our Admissions Team to receive information on our payment plans. )
$63,925
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
n/a
$35,185
Tuition international students
$42,000
$55,200
Acceptance Rate
Director of Admissions
Morgan Comolli
Associate Director of Admissions
Mindy Pate
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
9
16
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
14
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Aviation, Beta Club, Color Guard, Drill Team, Drone Demonstration Team, Ranger Team, Rifle Team, Robotics Team, Scholars' Bowl, SCUBA Training, Sword Drill
Arts and Music Programs:
Drum Corps, Yearbook Staff
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Aviation, Beta Club, Color Guard, Drill Team, Drone Demonstration Team, Ranger Team, Rifle Team, Robotics Team, Scholars' Bowl, SCUBA Training, Sword Drill
Arts and Music Programs:
Drum Corps, Yearbook Staff
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
School Notes
- For more than 125 years, Southern Preparatory Academy has existed to educate and train future generations of leaders. As a boarding school, Southern Prep is dedicated to creating a positive environment where our students can live and learn without the distractions found in public schools. Our Corps of Cadets is small on purpose- about 130 young men- this forges a close-knit environment between our students, who are navigating the same new challenges.
- Southern Prep is renowned for our exemplary academics, commendable military traditions, competitive athletics, and innovative signature programs. We are not JUST a military high school; we are a boarding school, private school, college prep school, and an all boys school rolled into one. Since 1898, we`ve provided our students with the discipline and structure needed for focus, self-reliance, and success.
- Southern Preparatory Academy accreditations: AISA
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Bucky Heard - The Righteous Brothers
- Jeremy Farber - CEO of Securis Technologies
- Mario Camara - Head of Saxo Bank
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Southern Preparatory Academy cost?
Southern Preparatory Academy's tuition is approximately $35,000 for boarding students.
Who are famous alumni from Southern Preparatory Academy?
Southern Preparatory Academy famous alumni include: Bucky Heard, Jeremy Farber and Mario Camara.
What sports does Southern Preparatory Academy offer?
Southern Preparatory Academy offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Drill Team, Football, Riflery, Soccer, Track and Track and Field.
Does Southern Preparatory Academy offer a summer program?
Yes, Southern Preparatory Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Southern Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Southern Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Small student body (number of students), High percentage of boarding students, Least expensive tuition, High percent faculty with advanced degrees and High ACT scores.
When is the application deadline for Southern Preparatory Academy?
The application deadline for Southern Preparatory Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Alumni Reviews Review School
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Description
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