The academy's philosophy is to develop the 'whole man' to the end that he is prepared not only academically, but also emotionally, physically, and morally, to face the trials and meet the opportunities that will be his after he leaves Camden Military Academy.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 7-12, PG
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $29,590
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Upcoming Events
- Open House - Sat., October 19, 2024 - get more information!
- Open House - Sat., October 26, 2024 - get more information!
- Open House - Fri., December 06, 2024 - Sat., December 07, 2024 - get more information!
- Open House - Fri., December 27, 2024 - get more information!
- Open House - Sat., December 28, 2024 - get more information!
Top Rankings
Camden Military Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 281 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Boarding Focus
Affordability
School Overview
Year Founded
1892
1906
Campus Size
40 acres
125 acres
Student Body
Enrollment
300 students
319 students
% Students of Color
20%
26%
% International Students
5%
20%
% Students Boarding
100%
70%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
Yes
No
Frequency of Saturday Classes
Monthly
Weekly
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
18
18
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
50%
71%
Summer Program Details
Tuition Cost
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$29,590
$65,930
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
n/a
$35,600
Tuition international students
$36,995
$57,500
Summer Program Cost
$2,595
(Summer tuition ranges from $2595 to $4895 depending on the options available.)
(Summer tuition ranges from $2595 to $4895 depending on the options available.)
% Students on Financial Aid
30%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$2,800
(must apply each year and first year is income base)
(must apply each year and first year is income base)
$25,000
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
80%
60%
Director of Admissions
Robert Casey Robinson
Associate Director of Admissions
Mack Trapp
AP / Advanced Courses
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
18
18
Courses
52 Dual - Enrollment Credit Hours
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
15
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
18
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Battalion, Black Jack Drill Team (Pershing Rifles), Boy Scouts, Chess Club, Georgian Yearbook, International Club, JROTC, Junior Leadership, KEY Club, Newspaper (School News), Robotics Team, Social Media Team
Arts and Music Programs:
Drum and Fife Corps, Fine Arts Club
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Flight Lessons, Golf Club, Paintball, Variety of Intramural Sports
Battalion, Black Jack Drill Team (Pershing Rifles), Boy Scouts, Chess Club, Georgian Yearbook, International Club, JROTC, Junior Leadership, KEY Club, Newspaper (School News), Robotics Team, Social Media Team
Arts and Music Programs:
Drum and Fife Corps, Fine Arts Club
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Flight Lessons, Golf Club, Paintball, Variety of Intramural Sports
School Notes
- The school's philosophy is to develop the "whole man" to the end that he is prepared not only academically, but also emotionally, physically, and morally, to face the trials and meet the opportunities that will be his after he leaves Camden Military Academy.
- Camden Military Academy accreditations: Cognia (formerly Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), American Military Schools and Colleges of the United States (AMSCUS)
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Camden Military Academy cost?
Camden Military Academy's tuition is approximately $29,590 for boarding students.
What is the acceptance rate of Camden Military Academy?
The acceptance rate of Camden Military Academy is 80%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 60%.
What sports does Camden Military Academy offer?
Camden Military Academy offers 15 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Drill Team, Football, Golf, Intramural Sports Only, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball and Wrestling.
Does Camden Military Academy offer a summer program?
Yes, Camden Military Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Camden Military Academy's ranking?
Camden Military Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High percentage of boarding students and Least expensive tuition.
When is the application deadline for Camden Military Academy?
The application deadline for Camden Military Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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My time at Camden military was one of the best things I have done. It shaped me into a better and more independent individual. My grades skyrocketed so much since leaving my old school, and. . .
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