Massanutten Military Academy (2024-25 Profile)

5.00 (6 reviews)

Tel: (540) 459-2167 Ext. 1

614 South Main Street
Woodstock, VA 22664

www.militaryschool.com

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Massanutten Military Academy Photo #1 - Massanutten Military Academy is proud to be one of only 16 co-ed military schools in the country with cadets hailing from 19 different states and 10 countries.

Massanutten Military Academy Photo #2 - At Massanutten Military Academy, our holistic approach to education guides students to excel academically and grow as well-rounded adults. Our co-ed, college prep program focuses on character development, leadership, and service to help your student realize success. We believe in experiential learning promoting a STEM program, 100% college acceptances and 100% participation in athletics. Your child's success can begin today.

Massanutten Military Academy Photo #3 - MMA offers traditional school activities such as dances, field trips, weekend activities, and so much more!

Massanutten Military Academy Photo #4 - Massanutten Military Academy is proud to be one of the only 16 co-ed military schools in the country with females making up 40% of our cadets. Massanutten Military Academy ensures that your daughter will be provided with a quality education while learning critical leadership skills. Prepare your daughter not only for academic growth but also a lifetime of success.

Massanutten Military Academy Photo #5 - The Class of 2024 was accepted into 70 colleges and universities. Cadets also received more than $3 million in scholarships, with graduates receiving an average of $159,000 in scholarship offers.

Massanutten Military Academy Photo #6 - MMA is constantly updating the curriculum, adding 10 courses for Fall 2024 alone to challenge and inspire cadets in areas not often seen in other schools such as life skills, cooking, and drone certification.

Massanutten Military Academy Photo #7 - Celebrating 125 years of building leaders, Massanutten Military Academy has a long tradition of providing a structure for success. It offers the advantages of consistency, discipline, and great STEM-based academics in which military schools excel.

Massanutten Military Academy Photo #8 - Massanutten Military Academy's Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps falls under the United States Army Cadet Command. MMA is designated as a JROTC Honor Unit with Distinction and may nominate qualified candidates to the U.S. Service Academies.

Massanutten Military Academy Photo #9 - At Massanutten Military Academy, our motto "Non Nobis Solum" - Not For Ourselves Alone - is more than just words; it's a guiding principle. Our faculty, staff and cadets embody this ideal year-round through acts of community service.

Massanutten Military Academy Photo #10 - Cadets can choose from a variety of STEM courses: Sustainable Energy, Virtual Reality, Bio Medical, Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science/Coding, Cyber Security, Drone class

Massanutten Military Academy Photo #11 - Massanutten Military Academy provides the same experiences as public schools for your student, while also incorporating opportunities for developing leadership skills and self-discipline.

Massanutten Military Academy Photo #12 - Celebrating 125 years of building leaders, Massanutten Military Academy has a long tradition of providing a structure for success. It offers the advantages of consistency, discipline, and great STEM-based academics in which military schools excel. It also has grown as a co-ed institution with a traditional school culture, with sports, recreation, and leisure-time activities.

Massanutten Military Academy Photo #13 - Weekend trips to professional sporting events, plays, museums, zoos, and bowling alleys are huge hits with the cadets!

Massanutten Military Academy Photo #14 - There's always something happening around campus for cadets, from movie nights and ice cream socials to yard games and gym time.

Massanutten Military Academy Photo #15 - Cadets can choose from a variety of STEM courses: Sustainable Energy, Virtual Reality, Bio Medical, Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science/Coding, Cyber Security, Drone class

Massanutten Military Academy Photo #16 - Massanutten Military Academy provides the same experiences as public schools for your student, while also incorporating opportunities for developing leadership skills and self-discipline.

Massanutten Military Academy Photo #17 - Massanutten Military Academy, founded in 1899, is nestled between the Blue Ridge and Appalachian Mountains in Woodstock, Virginia. Massanutten is situated directly in a small community with a long and rich history. Students at MMA hail from all over the country and even the world.

Massanutten Military Academy Photo #18 - Massanutten Military Academy is proud to be one of the only 16 co-ed military schools in the country with females making up 40% of our cadets. Massanutten Military Academy ensures that your daughter will be provided with a quality education while learning critical leadership skills. Prepare your daughter not only for academic growth but also a lifetime of success.

Massanutten Military Academy Photo #19 - At Massanutten Military Academy, cadets participate in a variety of different sports. Sports provides cadets the opportunity to develop an understanding of competition and teamwork that they can use throughout their lives. The sports offered depend on the competition season but a sample of our varsity sports include football, rifle, volleyball, soccer, baseball and more!

Massanutten Military Academy Photo #20 - At Massanutten Military Academy, cadets participate in a variety of different sports. Sports provides cadets the opportunity to develop an understanding of competition and teamwork that they can use throughout their lives. The sports offered depend on the competition season but a sample of our varsity sports include football, rifle, volleyball, soccer, baseball and more!

Massanutten Military Academy Photo #21 - At Massanutten Military Academy, cadets participate in a variety of different sports. Sports provides cadets the opportunity to develop an understanding of competition and teamwork that they can use throughout their lives. The sports offered depend on the competition season but a sample of our varsity sports include football, rifle, volleyball, soccer, baseball and more!

Massanutten Military Academy Photo #22 - Our arts programs help our cadets unleash their creativity! We perform two plays a year on top of offering art, chorus and band classes.

Massanutten Military Academy Photo #23 - Massanutten Military Academy's Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps falls under the United States Army Cadet Command. MMA is designated as a JROTC Honor Unit with Distinction and may nominate qualified candidates to the U.S. Service Academies.

Massanutten Military Academy Photo #24 - At Massanutten Military Academy, our motto "Non Nobis Solum" - Not For Ourselves Alone - is more than just words; it's a guiding principle. Our faculty, staff and cadets embody this ideal year-round through acts of community service.

Massanutten Military Academy Photo #25 - Every Massanutten Military Academy graduate walks away as an excellent communicator, innovator, leader and global citizen.

Massanutten Military Academy Photo #26 - As part of our academy's effort to help your teen explore options for after graduation, we have collegiate ambassadors visit campus to answer questions about class sizes, extracurriculars, SAT/ACT scores, GPA requirements and living options.

Massanutten Military Academy Photo #27 - Guidance, peer support, and mentorship are important ways our cadets can stay connected, focused, and positive throughout their time at Massanutten Military Academy.

Massanutten Military Academy Photo #28 - At Massanutten Military Academy, our holistic approach to education guides students to excel academically and grow as well-rounded adults. Our co-ed, college prep program focuses on character development, leadership, and service to help your student realize success. We believe in experiential learning promoting a STEM program, 100% college acceptances and 100% participation in athletics. Your child's success can begin today.

Massanutten Military Academy Photo #29 - Between academics, athletics and activities, life as a Massanutten Military Academy cadet stays busy. These three pillars combine to help prepare our students for lives of meaning, purpose, service and leadership.

Massanutten Military Academy Photo #30 - Our current Corps of Cadets represents 19 states and 10 countries. Our differences make us special; our shared experiences make us a family.

Massanutten Military Academy is a premier, co-ed, college preparatory private military school serving grades 8-12 with Postgraduate studies.

At Massanutten Military Academy, we feature a challenging curriculum including STEM, cadet development, opportunities for leadership and the shared experience of teamwork. The sense of pride and accomplishment will remain with you for a lifetime.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

Grades: 8-12, PG
Enrollment: 115 students
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $32,500
Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $20,000
Acceptance rate: 75%
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Upcoming Events and News

Expanded offerings for Summer STAR 2025 - 11/07/2024
Massanutten Military Academy is excited to share that our Summer STAR programs will return in just a few months with more options than ever before!
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Top Rankings

Massanutten Military Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 280 schools) for:

School Overview

| 2024 School Data

Massanutten Military Academy

Boarding School Avg.

School Focus

College-Prep Military

College Preparatory

Grades Offered

8-12, PG

9-12

School Type

Co-ed

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Supports Learning Differences (LD)

Yes

Religious Affiliation

Non-denominational

Year Founded

1899

1907

Campus Size

26 acres

125 acres

Student Body

Enrollment

115 students

314 students

% Students of Color

60%

26%

% International Students

22%

20%

% Students Boarding

95%

70%

Offers Post-Grad Year

Yes

Academics and Faculty

Saturday Classes

Classroom Dress Code

Formal
Uniforms are required

Casual

Average Class Size

10 students

* National Avg. »18

Student : Teacher Ratio

10:1

7:1

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

ESL Courses Offered

Yes

% Faculty with Advanced Degree

75%

72%

Summer Program Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

Link to Summer Program Details

Tuition Cost

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)

$32,500

$66,200

Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)

$20,000

$35,800

Tuition international students

$45,000

$57,491

Yearly Tuition
(5 Day Boarding)

$28,000

$49,400

Summer Program Cost

$3,500
(up to $3,750 depending on the program)

% Students on Financial Aid

95%

40%

Avg. Financial Aid Grant

$5,000

$25,000

Merit Scholarships Offered

Yes

Acceptance Rate

Application Deadline

None / Rolling

Jan. 15

Acceptance Rate

75%

60%

Director of Admissions

SFC Richard Kurtz

AP / Advanced Courses

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

Courses

AP Calculus, AP Government & Politics, AP Human Geography, AP Language & Composition, AP Pre-Calculus, AP US History, Dual Enrollment American Government 201, Dual Enrollment Biology 1, Dual Enrollment Biology 2, Dual Enrollment English 101, Dual Enrollment English 111, Dual Enrollment English 112, Dual Enrollment English 201, Dual Enrollment Intro to Business 103, Dual Enrollment State and Local Gov't 202, Dual Enrollment Statistics 1, Dual Enrollment Statistics 2, Honors courses in all core classes

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered

Sports

Baseball, Basketball, Football, Intramural Sports Only, Riflery, Soccer, Swimming, Track and Field, Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations

Extracurriculars

Club or Organization:
Backgammon/Chess, Board Games, Books/Reading/Puzzles, Crocheting, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, National Honor Society, Philosophy, Social and Emotional Learning, Study Hall

Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Choir, Drama

School Notes

Massanutten Military Academy has a long tradition of helping students reach their full potential. Our holistic approach to education not only helps your student to excel academically, but to grow as well-rounded human beings. We focus on character development, leadership, and service to help your student develop to their fullest potential. As part of the MMA curriculum, all cadets are enrolled into the Army JROTC program. Utilizing the resources and structure of this program, we are able to provide leadership skills that will last a lifetime.
Massanutten Military Academy`s mission is to prepare students for lives of meaning, purpose, service and leadership, within a supportive and structured community in which all members of a diverse student body feel a true sense of belonging.
Our motto is Non Nobis Solum "Not for Ourselves Alone"
MMA offers a full STEM Curriculum, Honors Courses, and AP Courses, as well as Dual Enrollment Courses.
Average class size at MMA is 10 Cadets.
Massanutten has Guaranteed Admissions Agreements with:
- Bridgewater College*
- Christopher Newport University
- Elmhurst College
- Emory & Henry College*
- Georgia Military College
- Mary Baldwin University*
- Norwich University*
- Sweet Briar College*
- Widener University*
- Virginia Military Institute*
Massanutten Military Academy accreditations: Middle States Association, Cognia, Association of Military Colleges and Schools, United States ARMY JROTC

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Massanutten Military Academy cost?

Massanutten Military Academy's tuition is approximately $32,500 for boarding students and $20,000 for day students.

What is the acceptance rate of Massanutten Military Academy?

The acceptance rate of Massanutten Military Academy is 75%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 60%.

What sports does Massanutten Military Academy offer?

Massanutten Military Academy offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Football, Intramural Sports Only, Riflery, Soccer, Swimming, Track and Field and Volleyball.

Does Massanutten Military Academy offer a summer program?

Yes, Massanutten Military Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What is Massanutten Military Academy's ranking?

Massanutten Military Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Least expensive tuition and High percentage of students on financial aid.

When is the application deadline for Massanutten Military Academy?

The application deadline for Massanutten Military Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Description

Massanutten Military Academy Alumni #1
Class of 2001
5.004/12/2024
GA college and state university

The structure at MMA and the leadership responsibility sets MMA apart from other boarding schools. I had specific instructors and mentors assigned to me who supported me not only in academic growth but also in. . .

Massanutten Military Academy Alumni #2
Class of 1980
5.0012/6/2018
SUNY, Stony Brook

Massanutten's academic offerings allow students to explore their world and gain maturity and experience. At the same time, the school's structured environment helps students to learn self discipline and develop leadership skills. . .

Massanutten Military Academy Alumni #3
Class of 1980
5.0011/19/2018
Williamsport community college

Your quality time in class , small classes make it a great way to interact with the teacher and the other students. The school sets an example of life time structure of your day to. . .

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