Oak Ridge Military Academy (2026 Profile)

Q: How much does Oak Ridge Military Academy cost?

Oak Ridge Military Academy's tuition is approximately $35,000 for boarding students and $20,000 for day students.

Q: What is the acceptance rate of Oak Ridge Military Academy?

The acceptance rate of Oak Ridge Military Academy is 80%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 58%.

Q: Who are famous alumni from Oak Ridge Military Academy?

Oak Ridge Military Academy famous alumni include: George, alumnus who stated ORMA helped make him a better person..

Q: Does Oak Ridge Military Academy offer a summer program?

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

Q: What is Oak Ridge Military Academy's ranking?

Oak Ridge Military Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Oldest founding date.

Q: When is the application deadline for Oak Ridge Military Academy?

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

2317 Oak Ridge Road
Oak Ridge, NC 27310

Tel: (336) 515-8040

www.oakridgemilitary.com

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Oak Ridge Military Academy Photo #1 - At ORMA, our cadets don't just make friends -- they find a family!

Oak Ridge Military Academy Photo #2 - Class sizes are kept small in order to maximize individual learning.

Oak Ridge Military Academy Photo #3 - ORMA's military structure helps students develop into smart, mature leaders.

Oak Ridge Military Academy Photo #4 - There are limitless rewards to ORMA's challenging program!

Oak Ridge Military Academy Photo #5 - Cadets enjoy participating in sporting events, both as athletes and spectators!

Oak Ridge Military Academy founded in 1852 is recognized as the oldest pre-college military boarding school in the United States.

It was the first military school to accept women in 1854.

In 1926 Oak Ridge was designated a Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps.

Starting in August 2021, the JROTC program will be offered to our 8th-grade cadets.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 7-12
Enrollment: 120 students
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $35,000
Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $20,000
Acceptance rate: 80%
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Oak Ridge Military Academy ranks among the top 10 schools with < 200 students (out of 97 schools) for:

School Overview

| 2025 School Data

Oak Ridge Military Academy

Boarding School Avg.

School Focus

College-Prep Military

College Preparatory

Grades Offered

7-12

9-12

School Type

Co-ed

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Supports Learning Differences (LD)

Yes

Religious Affiliation

Non-denominational

Year Founded

1852

1909

Campus Size

110 acres

125 acres

School Calendar

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School Motto

TENDIMUS IN LATIUM

Student Body

Enrollment

120 students

300 students

% Students of Color

20%

25%

% Students Boarding

75%

70%

Offers Post-Grad Year

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes

Classroom Dress Code

Formal
Uniforms

Casual

Average Class Size

10 students

* National Avg. »18

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

7:1

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

ESL Courses Offered

Yes

% Faculty with Advanced Degree

10%

70%

Summer Program Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

Tuition & Financial Aid

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)

$35,000

$59,900

Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)

$20,000

$33,500

Yearly Tuition
(5 Day Boarding)

$30,000

$44,000

Summer Program Cost

$4,500

Merit Scholarships Offered

Yes

Admissions

Application Deadline

None / Rolling

Jan. 15

SSAT Required

Yes

Acceptance Rate

80%

58%

Director of Admissions

Major Robert Forde

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

School Mascot

Eagle

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations

Extracurriculars

Club or Organization:

AeronauticsCyber Security

Drum CorpsRecondo - Raiders Team

Speech and Debate

College Matriculation

College Acceptance Rate

100%

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School Notes

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- George, alumnus who stated ORMA helped make him a better person. -

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Oak Ridge Military Academy cost?

Oak Ridge Military Academy's tuition is approximately $35,000 for boarding students and $20,000 for day students.

What is the acceptance rate of Oak Ridge Military Academy?

The acceptance rate of Oak Ridge Military Academy is 80%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 58%.

Who are famous alumni from Oak Ridge Military Academy?

Oak Ridge Military Academy famous alumni include: George, alumnus who stated ORMA helped make him a better person..

Does Oak Ridge Military Academy offer a summer program?

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

What is Oak Ridge Military Academy's ranking?

Oak Ridge Military Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Oak Ridge Military Academy?

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

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