Admiral Farragut Academy (2026 Profile)

5.00 (9 reviews)

Tel: (727) 384-5504

501 Park Street North
St. Petersburg, FL 33710

www.farragut.org

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Admiral Farragut Academy Photo #1 - Steeped in history, with alumni in the White House, on the surface of the moon, professional athletes, and in key leadership positions around the world, Admiral Farragut Academy is an international university preparatory school offering elite academics and outstanding global leadership development. AFA's global headquarters and international boarding school is located on the waterfront in tropical St. Petersburg, Florida.

Admiral Farragut Academy Photo #2 - Admiral Farragut Academy offers up to 12 sports during the three seasons.

Admiral Farragut Academy Photo #3 - Farragut students use the school's waterfront boat basin during and after school or on the weekends for sailing, paddleboarding, kayaking, canoeing, tubing, fishing, or seine and cast netting. One more reason that Admiral Farragut Academy is the best boarding school in the USA and the best prep school in the world.

Admiral Farragut Academy Photo #4 - Every year our international boarding school and prep school seniors receive 100% college acceptance. The last graduate class earned $5.1 million in merit scholarships and a handful went on to service academies or to play collegiate sports. Another reason that Admiral Farragut Academy is the best boarding school in the US.

Admiral Farragut Academy Photo #5 - SCUBA is offered during the academic school day as part of our prep school curriculum. Students can earn Open Water, Advanced, Dive Master, and Master Diver certifications. Students travel the state of Florida to visit famous springs and popular dive sites. Don't forget, the #1 Beach in the USA is 5 minutes from campus. Our boarding school students love it!

Admiral Farragut Academy Photo #6 - Female and male boarding school dormitories are separated. All boarding school dorm rooms have a private bathroom and many have waterfront views of Boca Ciega Bay in sunny St. Petersburg, Florida. Imagine living and studying at boarding school near the beach. Enjoy prep school in paradise!

Admiral Farragut Academy Photo #7 - Farragut international boarding school is proud to boast two alumni who became astronauts and walked on the moon. RADM Alan Shepard, Jr., USN (Ret.) `41N was the first American in space in 1961 and a member of the Apollo 14 mission in 1971. Brig Gen Charles Duke, USAF (Ret.) `53S was a member of the Apollo 16 mission in 1972.

Admiral Farragut Academy Photo #8 - Aviation, one of the many signature programs at Farragut, allows students to earn their Private Pilot's license and earn 5 dual enrollment credits at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, the #1 aeronautical university in the United States. Students wake up in the boarding school dorms, ride to the airport and learn to fly airplanes!

Admiral Farragut Academy Photo #9 - Engineering courses such as Intro to Engineering Design, Principles of Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, and Civil Engineering & Architecture emphasize critical thinking, creativity, innovation, and real-world problem-solving. Combine AP courses with our signature courses and dual enrollment university credit courses, the beach, and it's no wonder that Farragut is the best boarding school in America.

Admiral Farragut Academy Photo #10 - At Farragut boarding school there are a multitude of Upper School Clubs and new clubs may be started with enough student interest and a faculty/staff sponsor. An example of some current clubs: Key Club, Multicultural Club, National Honor Society / National Junior Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta, Spoken Word Poetry Club, Book Club, Guitar Club, Drill Team,

Admiral Farragut Academy is a private, coeducational, college preparatory school located on beautiful Boca Ciega Bay in St. Petersburg that servies students in kindergarten through twelfth grades with a world-renowned boarding and military program that begins in eighth grade.

Signature programs include such as STEM, Engineering, Marine Science, Naval Science (Leadership & Sailing), AP Capstone, Aviation, and SCUBA.

Diverse student body represents an average of 33 countries, 17 states, with ESL classes available for non-English speakers.

Farragut also offers a variety of clubs, competitive athletics, and weekend trips to theme parks, Florida beaches, and vibrant downtown St. Petersburg.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: (Boarding Students) 8-12
Grades: (Day Students) K-12
Enrollment: 467 students
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $58,600
Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $29,100
Acceptance rate: 68%
Average class size: 17 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Admiral Farragut Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 307 schools) for:

School Overview

| 2025 School Data

Admiral Farragut Academy

Boarding School Avg.

School Focus

College Preparatory

Grades Offered (Boarding)

8-12

9-12

Grades Offered (Day)

K-12

Pre-K-12

School Type

Co-ed

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Supports Learning Differences (LD)

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Dyslexia/Language-based or Mild Learning Differences

n/a

Dual Language Immersion Program

Yes

Secondary Immersion Language

Spanish and Mandarin

n/a

Religious Affiliation

Non-denominational

Year Founded

1933

1909

Campus Size

40 acres

125 acres

School Calendar

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School Motto

Bold Minds. Noble Hearts. Great Purpose.

Student Body

Enrollment

467 students

300 students

% Students of Color

20%

25%

% International Students

25%

20%

% Students Boarding

32%

70%

Average SAT Score

1038
(Out of 1600)

* National Avg. »View

Average ACT score

20
(Out of 36)

*National Avg. »View

Offers Post-Grad Year

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes

Classroom Dress Code

Formal
Various Uniforms

Casual

Average Class Size

17 students

* National Avg. »18

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

7:1

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

ESL Courses Offered

Yes

% Faculty with Advanced Degree

54%

70%

Summer Program Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

Courses

AP ResearchAP Seminar

BiologyCalculus AB

Calculus BCChemistry

English LiteratureEnglish Literature & Comp

Environmental ScienceGovernment/Economics

MicroeconomicsStatistics

Tuition & Financial Aid

Endowment Size

$6 million

$25 million

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)

$58,600
(Payment plans are available. Tuition Includes all meals.)

$59,900

Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)

$29,100
(The tuition range is 21,000 kindergarten-5th grade, 23,400 6th-7th grade, and 29,100 8th-12th grade.)

$33,500

Tuition international students

$64,000

$53,975

Yearly Tuition
(5 Day Boarding)

$49,300

$44,000

Summer Program Cost

$400
(We offer four summer day camps: Anchors Away, Mine Camp, Real World Literacy, and Basketball Camp. Average cost per week is $400.)

% Students on Financial Aid

30%

40%

Avg. Financial Aid Grant

$10,000
(SSS is used to determine the need per family.)

$25,000

Merit Scholarships Offered

Yes

Admissions

Application Deadline

None / Rolling

Jan. 15

Acceptance Rate

68%

58%

Director of Admissions

Jeff Ogden

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered

Sports

BaseballBasketball

Cross CountryCross Country Running

Swimming and DivingTennis

TrackTrack and Field

VolleyballWrestling

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School Mascot

The Admiral

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations

Extracurriculars

Club or Organization:

Book ClubColor Guard

Craft ClubDECA

Drama ClubDrill Team

Drone and RoboticsFilmmakers

Financial LiteracyFishing

Future Business Leaders of AmericaGuitar

InteractModel U.N.

Mu Alpha ThetaNational Honor Society

National Junior Honor SocietyNaval Science Academics Team

Naval Science PT TeamPoetry Club

Russian ClubSocial Studies

Spanish National Honor SocietySpanish National Junior Honor Society

Student GovernmentTeen Sci Cafe

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Arts and Music Programs:

Soccer Club

Recreational Athletic Programs:

SCUBA

College Matriculation

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School Notes

Memorable Mentors: We are not only a school -- we are a home. Many of our high school students live here. When we ask our students to describe Farragut in one word many say "family" and it's true. Our faculty and staff are much more - they coach your favorite sport, give advice when you need it, remember your birthday, join you and your friends at the dinner table, help with those tough assignments during nightly study hall, and truly care how you are.
Life-Long Friendships: Your classmates are also your roommates, study partners, and best friends. Boarding students go home with day students for the weekend and day students are often found on campus after school hours. Since our students come from all over the world, they share their cultures and languages with us and we share ours. When school's out friendship isn't over - these newfound friends visit each other's homes whether it be across Florida, the United States, or on the other side of the world.
Beautiful Weather: Located on the gulf coast in St. Petersburg, Florida you will find incredible tropical weather with an average of 74F (23C) and 361 days of sunshine a year. Our students sail, fish, kayak, and go to the beach ALL YEAR LONG!
Unique Opportunities: Learn about the world of aviation and earn your pilot's license; dive deep into marine science during scuba and marine science class; make robots come to life in engineering; explore your creative side in our fine arts program; play one of our sports that welcomes all levels of athletic ability; head to the waterfront after school to sail, kayak, cast net, fish, and more; enjoy the weekends camping and diving the Florida springs, at one of the many Florida theme and water parks (Disney, Universal, Busch Gardens, Sea World, etc), enjoy shopping and dining at the local mall or Downtown St Pete, or relax on campus for our big screen movies and game nights.
College Preparation: Living in the dorms on our college-like campus gives students the tools to become independent, responsible young adults. They learn to manage their time and live harmoniously with others. Students note that living with peers pushes them to work harder than they would in another setting.
Naval Science: This program provides academic structure and the tools to become organized, accountable, self-disciplined, and respectful to self and others. Leadership positions are earned based on qualifications, performance, and seniority which really makes college applications stand out.
Success in the Future: The Farragut Experience is unforgettable and the lessons learned are instrumental in their success today. Farragut is proud to say it has graduated TWO of the twelve moonwalking astronauts, Alan Shepard '45 and Charlie Duke '53, as well as national leaders in the areas of finance, business, philanthropy, entertainment, and military officers.
LD types supported: Dyslexia/Language-based or Mild Learning Differences
Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- RADM Alan Shepard, Jr., USN (Ret.) '41N - Moonwalking NASA astronaut: First American in space in 1961 and a member of the Apollo 14 mission in 1971
- Brig Gen Charles Duke, USAF (Ret.) '53S - Moonwalking NASA astronaut: member of the Apollo 16 mission in 1972
- Lorenzo Lamas '75 - Actor whose notable works include the role of Tom in Grease and the role of Lance in Falcon Crest, for which he received a Golden Globe Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor – Series, Miniseries or Television Film
- RADM Mark H. Buzby, USN (ret) '75N - Former United States Navy Rear Admiral and Administrator of the United States Maritime Administration
- Maj. Megan M. McClung '91N - The first female United States Marine Corps officer killed in combat during the Iraq War
- Rayshawn Jenkins '12 - Safety for the Los Angeles Chargers
- Joseph Zolfo '86N - Film and television producer of the most notable shows God Friended Me and NCIS New Orleans
- Casper Van Dien '88S - Actor on the most notable movies Starship Troopers and as Tarzan in Tarzan and the Lost City
- John Hodges '85N - Started his career on Capitol Hill in 1992 and is currently the Director of Office Supply Services under the Chief Administrative Officer of the House. He has served the US House of Representatives for a total of 27 years

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Admiral Farragut Academy cost?

Admiral Farragut Academy's tuition is approximately $58,600 for boarding students and $29,100 for day students.

What is the acceptance rate of Admiral Farragut Academy?

The acceptance rate of Admiral Farragut Academy is 68%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 58%.

Who are famous alumni from Admiral Farragut Academy?

Admiral Farragut Academy famous alumni include: RADM Alan Shepard, Jr., USN (Ret.) '41N, Brig Gen Charles Duke, USAF (Ret.) '53S, Lorenzo Lamas '75, RADM Mark H. Buzby, USN (ret) '75N, Maj. Megan M. McClung '91N, Rayshawn Jenkins '12, Joseph Zolfo '86N, Casper Van Dien '88S and John Hodges '85N.

What sports does Admiral Farragut Academy offer?

Admiral Farragut Academy offers 18 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Drill Team, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.

Does Admiral Farragut Academy offer a summer program?

Yes, Admiral Farragut Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What is Admiral Farragut Academy's ranking?

Admiral Farragut Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High # of AP/advanced courses offered.

When is the application deadline for Admiral Farragut Academy?

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

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Admiral Farragut Academy Alumni #1
Class of 2016
5.002/7/2022
Attended

Boarding at Admiral Farragut Academy was one of the best experience of my life, even though I was a foreign student, I never felt home sick. Staff at Farragut where always supportive and well experience. They. . .

Admiral Farragut Academy Alumni #2
Class of 1980
5.0011/25/2017
Jacksonville University

A naval preparatory school on Bocas Ciega Bay in St. Petersburg, Fl. making it ideal for naval sciences. It has increased it's curriculum of sailing and navigation to include snorkeling, scuba diving and marine. . .

Admiral Farragut Academy Alumni #3
Class of 1980
5.008/28/2017
St. Pete Collage, Univ. Of South Florida

Great education, although i didn't appreciate at the time. i also learned how to be a gentleman and Naval Science. . .

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