Army and Navy Academy (2026 Profile)

5.00 (4 reviews)

Tel: (888) 762-2338

2605 Carlsbad Blvd.
Carlsbad, CA 92008

www.armyandnavyacademy.org

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Army & Navy Academy is a College Preparatory Boarding & Day School that prepares boys in Grades 7-12 for success in college and far beyond. For over a century, the Academy`s emphasis on responsibility, accountability, and motivation has provided a life-changing experience for young men.

Located on a beachfront campus in the safe quaint village of Carlsbad, California, the campus is at the northern tip of San Diego County.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 7-12
Enrollment: 275 students
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $62,000
Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $32,200
Acceptance rate: 73%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Army and Navy Academy ranks among the top 5 military schools (out of 17 military schools) for:

School Overview

| 2025 School Data

Army and Navy Academy

Boarding School Avg.

School Focus

College-Prep Military

College Preparatory

Grades Offered

7-12

9-12

School Type

All-boys

Co-ed

Supports Learning Differences (LD)

Yes

Year Founded

1910

1909

Campus Size

16 acres

125 acres

School Calendar

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School Motto

Forging virtuous young men for life.

Student Body

Enrollment

275 students

300 students

% Students of Color

27%

25%

% International Students

30%

20%

% Students Boarding

90%

70%

Offers Post-Grad Year

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes

Classroom Dress Code

Formal
Uniform

Casual

Average Class Size

15 students

* National Avg. »18

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

7:1

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

ESL Courses Offered

Yes

% Faculty with Advanced Degree

47%

70%

Summer Program Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

Courses

AP BiologyAP Calculus AB

AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry

AP Chinese Language and CultureAP Computer Science Principles

AP English Language & CompositionAP English Literature & Composition

AP European HistoryAP Microeconomics

AP Physics 1AP Physics C

AP PsychologyAP Spanish Language and Culture

AP Studio ArtAP U.S. Government

AP U.S. History

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Tuition & Financial Aid

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)

$62,000

$59,900

Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)

$32,200

$33,500

Tuition international students

$55,200

$53,975

Summer Program Cost

$4,500

% Students on Financial Aid

27%

40%

Admissions

Application Deadline

None / Rolling

Jan. 15

Acceptance Rate

73%

58%

Director of Admissions

Chris Thaeler

Associate Director of Admissions

Victor Traycey

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered

Sports

TennisTrack and Field

Wrestling

School Mascot

Warriors

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations

Extracurriculars

Club or Organization:

Anti-BullyingASB

AstronomyAviation

California Scholarship FederationChess Club

Community Service ClubComputer Science

Forensics ClubGarden Club

Harvard Model CongressInternational Club

Key ClubLetterman's Club

Multi-Cultural ClubNational Honor Society

Peer counselingYearbook

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Arts and Music Programs:

ANA TV ProductionBand & Jazz Club

Marching BandMusic Composition on MAC

Photography

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Strength & ConditioningSurf Team

Weightlifting

College Matriculation

10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)

University of California, Los Angeles

United States Military Academy at West Point

University of California, San Diego

University of California, Davis

Penn State University

Rutgers University

University of California, Santa Barbara

Cornell University

University of California, Berkeley

Georgetown University

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School Notes

Our teachers are trained in single-gender teaching techniques. They know and understand the ways that boys learn best so that students stay engaged in the classroom.
The student-teacher ratio is 15:1 allowing for personalized instruction and attention that few other schools can match.
Our College Counseling Office and U.C. Standard-based curriculum prepares our students for success after high school, whether at a college/university, military service academy, or other choices.
Electives include: Aviation, Yearbook, ESOL, Learning Strategies, Visual and Performing Arts, and much more.
AP and Honors Courses are taught by dedicated faculty experts.
Most of our graduates attend universities, including: University of California campuses, NYU, Cornell, Columbia, Rutgers, Johns Hopkins, Boston College, Texas A & M, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and many others. Some graduates elect to attend ROTC universities and the Academy has a strong repuation for maticulation to top military service academies.
Alumni are leaders in business, law, medicine, government, technology, the arts and the military.

Athletics

CIF-sanctioned sports and team sport options include: football, basketball, cross country, wrestling, surfing, golf, tennis, and more.
Physical activity is key to health and an important part of the daily schedule. Cadets participate in a team sport or physical training each day after classes end.
Our state-of-the-art Duffield Sports Complex is one of the most impressive athletic facilities in the San Diego area.

Leadership Training

Our award-winning Honor Unit with Distinction JROTC program gives the Academy the privilege of nominating Cadets directly to each of the U.S. service academies, including United States Military Academy at West Point and the United States Naval Academy at Annapolis.
Our curriculum emphasizes self-discipline, teamwork, responsibility, accountability, time management, and leadership training.

Location:

Coastal North San Diego County
Near Shops, Restaurants, and Hotels
Rapid Transit, Trains, and Airports Nearbly
Beachfront Campus on over 16 acres
Historic mission-style architecture
Master Plan in progress

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Army and Navy Academy cost?

Army and Navy Academy's tuition is approximately $62,000 for boarding students and $32,200 for day students.

What is the acceptance rate of Army and Navy Academy?

The acceptance rate of Army and Navy Academy is 73%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 58%.

What sports does Army and Navy Academy offer?

Army and Navy Academy offers 15 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Cycling, Drill Team, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Riflery, Soccer, Surf Team, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Wrestling.

Does Army and Navy Academy offer a summer program?

Yes, Army and Navy Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What is Army and Navy Academy's ranking?

Army and Navy Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Large student body (number of students), High percentage of international students and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for Army and Navy Academy?

The application deadline for Army and Navy Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

Alumni Reviews Review School

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Army and Navy Academy Alumni #1
Class of 1980
5.0011/27/2017
Portland Community College

The Army Navy Academy campus is a college preparatory school for boys ages 11 to 18 years of age, both Summer regular School schedules available. A small yet honorable and highly respected boarding. . .

Army and Navy Academy Alumni #2
Class of 1980
5.008/4/2017
Claytion College of Natural Health

Vast majority of students attend because they want to be there, not as a "reform school" where parents "ditch" them. Outstanding male roll models who show deserved respect and award scholastic and disciplinary achievements. . .

Army and Navy Academy Alumni #3
Class of 1980
5.007/19/2017
Arizona State University

The Army Navy Academy provided a uniquely structured environment where the self limiting influences of public school are removed so that each individual can rise to their ability. I quickly shed my fear of. . .

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