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New Mexico Military Institute
Camden Military Academy
Oak Ridge Military Academy

Least Expensive Tuition

The average tuition across the 13 ranked military boarding schools is $45,109 (2026-27).
Among military boarding schools, the one with the least expensive tuition is New Mexico Military Institute, with $23,218.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Military Schools Ranked: 13
  • Top 20 Range ($): $23,218–$61,200
  • Military Schools Avg.: $45,109
  • National Avg.: $64,659

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Military Schools Ranked: 13
  • Top 20 Range ($): $23,218–$61,200
  • Military Schools Avg.: $45,109
  • National Avg.: $64,659

National Average Tuition Cost (Trends)

Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data

Total Growth: +35.0% (+$16,751 since 2016)

Year National avg YoY Change ($) YoY Change (%)
2025 $64,659 ▲ +$2,360 ▲ +3.8%
2024 $62,299 ▲ +$2,568 ▲ +4.3%
2023 $59,731 ▲ +$1,885 ▲ +3.3%
2022 $57,846 ▲ +$1,542 ▲ +2.7%
2021 $56,304 ▲ +$1,082 ▲ +2.0%
2020 $55,222 ▲ +$1,834 ▲ +3.4%
2019 $53,388 ▲ +$1,936 ▲ +3.8%
2018 $51,452 ▲ +$1,291 ▲ +2.6%
2017 $50,161 ▲ +$2,253 ▲ +4.7%
2016 $47,908 ▲ +$1,392 ▲ +3.0%
2015 $46,516 ▲ +$1,160 ▲ +2.6%
2014 $45,356 ▲ +$1,282 ▲ +2.9%
2013 $44,074 ▲ +$1,709 ▲ +4.0%
2012 $42,365 ▲ +$1,246 ▲ +3.0%
2011 $41,119 ▲ +$1,355 ▲ +3.4%
2010 $39,764 ▲ +$1,465 ▲ +3.8%
2009 $38,299 ▲ +$1,321 ▲ +3.6%
2008 $36,978 ▲ +$2,089 ▲ +6.0%
2007 $34,889 ▲ +$2,069 ▲ +6.3%
2006 $32,820 ▲ +$1,488 ▲ +4.7%
2005 $31,332 — —

Schools counted: listing status from database copies near the year end in 2012–2014, 2019 and 2022–2025; estimated listing status in 2015–2018, 2020 and 2021; archive coverage in 2005–2011 (a lower bound of the schools listed). The downloads give the source date of each year.

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Tuition Range: $23,218 $61,200 Avg. Tuition: $45,109

Least Expensive Tuition (2026-27)

Among Military Schools (out of 13 schools)

Sorted by range (alphabetically within range)
New Mexico Military Institute Photo - Cadets forge lifelong friendships at NMMI.
#1New Mexico Military Institute
Gr: 9-12, PG
101 West College Blvd
Roswell, NM 88201
(800) 421-5376
(7)
$23,218Tuition
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Camden Military Academy Photo - A proud family!
#2Camden Military Academy
Gr: 7-12, PG
All-boys
520 Hwy. 1 North
Camden, SC 29020
(803) 432-6001
(21)
$31,995Tuition
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Oak Ridge Military Academy Photo - Cadets gathering for the annual Corps Day Parade!
#3(T3–T13)Oak Ridge Military Academy
Gr: 7-12
2317 Oak Ridge Road
Oak Ridge, NC 27310
(336) 515-8040
>$35,000Tuition
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Fork Union Military Academy Photo - The cadets in parade formation. The first full dress parade of the year begins usually at the end of April and is on Sunday.
#3(T3–T13)Fork Union Military Academy
Gr: 7-12, PG
All-boys (Baptist)
PO Box 278, 4744 James Madison Hwy
Fork Union, VA 23055
(434) 842-4205
(7)
>$35,000Tuition
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Fishburne Military School Photo - Fishburne Military School is the smallest all-boys military boarding school in Virginia. Our cadets come from 18 different states and 4 countries. Located in Waynesboro VA, Fishburne continues to be a pillar of all-boys education since Fishburne's founding in 1879.
#3(T3–T13)Fishburne Military School
Gr: 8-12 | 6-12 (day)
All-boys
225 S. Wayne Avenue
Waynesboro, VA 22980
(540) 946-7706
(7)
>$35,000Tuition
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Missouri Military Academy Photo - Established in 1889, Missouri Military Academy has transformed young men into leaders who are well-educated, prepared gentlemen of character. Our long history and distinct traditions inspire a sense of pride and duty among the young men who seek to fulfill their potential at MMA.
#3(T3–T13)Missouri Military Academy
Gr: 7-12, PG
All-boys (Non-denom. / Christian)
204 Grand Street
Mexico, MO 65265
(573) 581-1776
(7)
>$35,000Tuition
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Hargrave Military Academy Photo - Hargrave strives to develop well-rounded young men. Hargrave offers various opportunities for Cadets to be involved with music and the arts.
#3(T3–T13)Hargrave Military Academy
Gr: 7-12, PG
All-boys (Baptist)
200 Military Drive
Chatham, VA 24531
(800) 432-2480
(6)
>$35,000Tuition
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Randolph-Macon Academy Photo
#3(T3–T13)Randolph-Macon Academy
Gr: 8-12, PG
United Methodist
200 Academy Drive
Front Royal, VA 22630
(540) 636-5484
(4)
>$35,000Tuition
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Riverside Military Academy Photo
#3(T3–T13)Riverside Military Academy
Gr: 6-12
All-boys
2001 Riverside Drive
Gainesville, GA 30501
(678) 696-2116
(5)
>$35,000Tuition
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Marine Military Academy Photo
#3(T3–T13)Marine Military Academy
Gr: 7-12, PG
All-boys
320 Iwo Jima Blvd
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 423-6006
(1)
>$35,000Tuition
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New York Military Academy Photo - New York Military Academy, established in 1889 in Cornwall-on-Hudson, New York, is a private, international boarding school serving grades 7 through 12. NYMA is dedicated to a comprehensive and substantive process of developing young leaders who are `Set Apart for Excellence`. Our goal is to prepare our cadets for success and fulfillment in college and in life.
#3(T3–T13)New York Military Academy
Gr: 9-12, PG
78 Academy Ave.
Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY 12520
(845) 618-7335
(2)
>$35,000Tuition
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Army and Navy Academy Photo - Our 16-acre campus is bordered by the Pacific Ocean in the northern San Diego coastal town of Carlsbad, CA. State-of-the-art athletic facilities support ANA's 17 different sports teams, plus surfing, beach volleyball, and ice hockey.
#3(T3–T13)Army and Navy Academy
Gr: 7-12
All-boys
2605 Carlsbad Blvd.
Carlsbad, CA 92008
(888) 762-2338
(5)
>$35,000Tuition
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St. John's Northwestern Photo - Students walking through campus.
#3(T3–T13)St. John's Northwestern
Gr: 7-12, PG
Episcopal
1101 Genesee Street
Delafield, WI 53018
(262) 646-7199
(4)
>$35,000Tuition
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which military boarding schools have the least expensive tuition?
The military boarding schools with the least expensive tuition are New Mexico Military Institute, Camden Military Academy and Oak Ridge Military Academy.
How many military boarding schools are ranked for the least expensive tuition?
13 military boarding schools are ranked for the least expensive tuition.

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