Southeastern Preparatory Academy, located at 8701 Maitland Summit Blvd in Orlando, Florida, is a private co-educational institution dedicated to integrating athletics into a rigorous academic curriculum.
The school's mission is to foster holistic education by empowering students to thrive physically, emotionally, and intellectually.
The academy offers programs from kindergarten through high school, and a post-graduate program, emphasizing both academic excellence and athletic development.
Students have access to state-of-the-art training facilities and a team of nationally recognized coaches.
Athletic programs include basketball, baseball, volleyball, cheer, golf, weightlifting, and soccer.
Quick Stats (2025)
Top Rankings
Southeastern Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 277 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Secondary Immersion Language
Spanish
n/a
Year Founded
2022
1907
Student Body
% International Students
5%
20%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
5
18
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
20%
72%
Tuition Cost
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$35,000
$66,900
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$20,500
$36,000
% Students on Financial Aid
90%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$9,000
$25,000
Admissions
Director of Admissions
Charles Bachand
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
15
16
Sports
School Notes
- Southeastern Preparatory Academy provides a well-rounded curriculum aimed at equipping students for both higher education and successful careers. Students must complete 20 credits to graduate, which include core academic subjects, financial literacy, and social-emotional learning. We are proud to share that our students have been accepted into prestigious institutions such as Florida Tech, Rollins College, and Harvard University. At SEPA, we emphasize the success of student-athletes, with athletic programs specifically designed to prepare them for the next level of competition and achievement.
- Southeastern Preparatory Academy accreditations: The National Council for Private School Accreditation
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Southeastern Preparatory Academy cost?
Southeastern Preparatory Academy's tuition is approximately $35,000 for boarding students and $20,500 for day students.
What sports does Southeastern Preparatory Academy offer?
Southeastern Preparatory Academy offers 15 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Esports, Figure Skating, Golf, Gymnastics, Ice Hockey, Indoor Soccer, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis and Volleyball.
What is Southeastern Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Southeastern Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High percentage of students on financial aid.
When is the application deadline for Southeastern Preparatory Academy?
The application deadline for Southeastern Preparatory Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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