Missouri Military Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked MO School
Grades: 7-12
Enrollment: 193 students
Yearly Tuition: $38,000
Acceptance rate: 75%
Average class size: 14 students
Application Deadline: Aug. 9 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Missouri Military Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Military Colleges and Schools
National Independent Private Schools Association
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
Cognia
Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 7-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Missouri Military Academy
7	13
8	20
9	42
10	35
11	32
12	51

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Offers Post-Graduate Year

Yes

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

1889

Colors

Maroon, Gold

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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Campus Size

288 acres

Student Body

Total Students

193 students

Student Body Type

All-boys

% Students of Color

30%

State avg.: 21%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

27 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

50%

Average Class Size

14 students

Number of AP Courses

15 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Advanced Courses

AP American HistoryAP Calculus AB

AP Calculus BCAP Economics

AP English CompositionAP English Literature

AP Honors PhysicsAP Spanish IV

AP Statistics

Average SAT score

1100

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Military Uniform

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Aug. 9 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$38,000

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Tuition Notes

Day student tuition is $9,300. Financial aid and scholarship options available.

Summer Program Cost Notes

Varies depending on summer program.

% on Financial Aid

45%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$18,439

Acceptance Rate

75%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Greg Seibert

Admissions Associate

Gary Stewart '72

Endowment Size

$49 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

15 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

Cross CountryDrill Team

Track and FieldWeightlifting

Wrestling

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

25 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Boy ScoutsCadet Council

Chess ClubChorus

Color GaurdDelta Phi (Honor Society)

Drill TeamDrum and Bugle Corp

Honor GuardIntramural Basketball

Intramural SoccerIntramural Sports Sampler

Intramural SwimmingIntramural Tennis

Literary MagazineM Club (Letterman's Club)

Marching BandMilitary Skills (Raider)

National Honor SocietyNewspaper

Rifle MarksmenshipSaber Club

Weights and Conditioning TrainingWWII Re-enactment Club (Railsplitters)

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School Notes

Missouri Military Academy helps young men in grades 7-12 realize their potential via a structured program that emphasizes academics, leadership, character development and physical health.
One hundred percent of MMA graduates are accepted into at least one college, earning an average $48,000 in college scholarships (per cadet).

School Motto: Love, Honor, Truth
School Mascot: The Colonel

Located in scenic central Missouri, MMA`s 288-acre campus is an ideal setting for a unique boarding school experience. New students join a diverse Corps of Cadets, which has accepted young men from all 50 states and more than 20 foreign nations. With classes, athletics and after school organizations designed for boys of every interest and skill level, there is a place for you at MMA. MMA features:
Classes to benefit students of every skill level, from a learning resource center to dual-credit college courses.
A dedicated College Placement Officer who guides cadets through the college application and selection process.
A nationally recognized JROTC program, honored 30 times over with the US Army's highest distinction.
Exceptional facilities, including a new state of the art academic building.
More than 10 varsity sports and a wide array of intramurals, featuring some of the finest athletic facilities in the Midwest.
An internationally diverse student body.
Extensive recreational and extracurricular programs and facilities, from music, chorus, and drama to military-style competitions and flight training.
On-site paintball course for use by cadets.
Constantly updated computer labs and Internet access in cadet rooms.
Comfortable, secure dormitories, complete with recreation areas.
School accreditations: ISACS, NCA, ISSL, TABS, National Honor Society
Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Mr. Dale Dye, 1962 - Author, Actor and Military advisor to many Hollywood movies
- Judge William Berry, 1930 - Chief Justice of the Oklahoma Supreme Court
- Dr. Lloyd Worner, 1936 - Former President of Colorado College
- LT. General Jack Fuson, 1939 - Deputy Chief of Staff, US Army
- Mr. Cody Fowler, 1908 - Former President of the American Bar Association
- General Clifton Cates, 1910 - 19th Commandant of the US Marine Corp
- Mr. Joaquin Dabdoub, 1981 - Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Japan
- Bridgadier General Carl Tegtmeier, 1962 - Former Deputy Commanding General, 102nd Army Reserve Command
- Howard Hughes I - Father of businessman Howard Hughes, founder of family corporation

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Mr. Dale Dye, 1962 - Author, Actor and Military advisor to many Hollywood movies
- Tony Gervino, 1984 - Senior vice president of culture and content at TIDAL, a global music entertainment platform. Co-founder of two leading media brand magazines: SLAM, a basketball magazine, and XXL, a hip-hop magazine.
- Michael Aubuchon, 1994 - Leading game designer who has contributed to the creation of some of the most well-known games in the industry, including “Doom,” “Rage,” and the “America’s Army” saga
- Venustiano Reyes, 1988 - World-renown composer and musician and composer
- Dr. William Burch, 1989 - Medical director of Methodist North Hospital in Tennessee and program medical director of the Sound Emergency Medicine Fellowship in Texas and Louisiana
- General Clifton Cates, 1910 - 19th Commandant of the US Marine Corp
- Mr. Joaquin Dabdoub, 1981 - Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Japan
- Bridgadier General Carl Tegtmeier, 1962 - Former Deputy Commanding General, 102nd Army Reserve Command
- Mark Ledford, 1978 - Famous jazz trumpeter, vocalist and guitarist
- Jesús Guzmán, 1985 - Stand up comedian, late night talk show host

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Missouri Military Academy cost?

Missouri Military Academy's tuition is approximately $38,000 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Missouri Military Academy?

The acceptance rate of Missouri Military Academy is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 86%. Missouri Military Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Missouri with low acceptance rates.

Who are famous alumni from Missouri Military Academy?

Missouri Military Academy famous alumni include: Mr. Dale Dye, 1962, Tony Gervino, 1984, Michael Aubuchon, 1994, Venustiano Reyes, 1988, Dr. William Burch, 1989, General Clifton Cates, 1910, Mr. Joaquin Dabdoub, 1981, Bridgadier General Carl Tegtmeier, 1962, Mark Ledford, 1978 and Jesús Guzmán, 1985.

Does Missouri Military Academy offer a summer program?

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

What sports does Missouri Military Academy offer?

Missouri Military Academy offers 15 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Drill Team, Equestrian, Football, Golf, Marksmanship, Rugby, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Weightlifting and Wrestling. Missouri Military Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for most sports offered.

What is Missouri Military Academy's ranking?

Missouri Military Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Missouri Military Academy?

The application deadline for Missouri Military Academy is Aug. 9 / rolling (applications are due on Aug. 9 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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School Reviews

5 12/2/2022

Some of the best years of my life were spent at this school. The teachings, relationships, and overall experience last a lifetime. Highly recommend anyone considering a boarding school gives MMA a close look.

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The average private school tuition in Missouri is $12,298 for elementary schools and $15,122 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Missouri is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).