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Now enrolling for the 2025-2026 school year! 

Want to see your students reach new heights in an empowering environment? Call the Admissions office at 540-459-2167 Option 1 or submit an online inquiry to learn about options for young men and women seeking a life-changing high school experience and well-rounded education.

Superior Academics

Massanutten Military Academy offers a full STEM Curriculum, Honors Courses, and AP Courses, as well as Dual Enrollment Courses. Average class size at MMA is 10 Cadets.

College Prep

Cadets can get a jump-start on earning college credits with AP and Dual Enrollment courses. Your teen will also sit down with our college counselor at least once a year to review the courses and extracurriculars to help them on the path to success.

Receive the Benefits of Both Worlds!

Massanutten Military Academy has a long tradition of providing a structure for success. It offers consistency, discipline, and great STEM-based academics in which military schools excel. It has grown as a co-ed institution with a traditional school culture to include sports, dances, and leisure-time activities. Massanutten instills appropriate social skills, respect for others, and an understanding of the world beyond our campus within our cadets. MMA focuses on character development, leadership, and service to others to help your cadet reach their full potential. As part of the curriculum, all Massanutten cadets are enrolled into the Army JROTC program. We utilize the resources and structure of this program to provide leadership skills that last a lifetime. The Army JROTC program mission is:
 
“To Motivate Young People to be Better Citizens”
 
 
 
Massanutten Military Academy has Guaranteed Admissions Agreements with:

    List of 10 items.

    • Bridgewater College *

      Eligibility Requirements:
      • Minimally satisfy all BC admission requirements in place at the time of the application;
      • A cumulative grade point average of at least a 3.3 in all credited high school courses;
      • A score of at least a 1060 on the SAT or a 21 on the ACT.
    • Christopher Newport University

      Eligibility Requirements:
      • Any MMA Cadet who applies for freshman admission to CNU by the published deadlines for Early Decision, Early Action, or Regular Decision, and who meets the standards set out in paragraph two (2) below is guaranteed admission, contingent upon  successful graduation in academic and conduct good standing.
      • Minimum Eligibility Standards for Guaranteed Admission:
        • Cumulative GPA – Minimum 3.0 GPA on 4.0 scale as calculated by the CNU's Office of Admission. Cumulative GPA’s under 3.0 will be considered on an individual basis.
        • Completion of a college preparatory curriculum – Advanced Studies Diploma. (ASD) or its equivalent, as determined by CNU's Office of Admission.
        • A written recommendation from the Head of School, Commandant, or Academic Dean.
        • No evidence of Conduct Unbecoming of a Cadet, as certified by MMA official.
    • Elmhurst College

      Eligibility Requirements:
      • 2.0 GPA
      • 950 SAT score
      • Scholar, athlete and leader of good character
      • Recommendations from the Head of School, Academic Dean and Commandant
      • Successfully participate in extracurricular activities
      • Minimum 30 hours of community service
      • Submit all required documents for admission
      *Guaranteed Admission if cadets meet the above criteria
      *50% tuition reduction for all MMA graduates
      *Elmhurst will host any MMA cadet who wants to visit
    • Emory & Henry College *

      Eligibility Requirements:
      • Cumulative GPA 2.75 or higher
      • Minimum 960 SAT (2 parts)
      • Successful completion of LET I
      • Participation in extracurricular activities
      • No disciplinary actions that resulted in a misdemeanor or felony
    • Georgia Military College

      Eligibility Requirements:
      • Must receive a diploma from MMA
      • Must complete the application and submit the appropriate documentation
    • Mary Baldwin University *

      Eligibility Requirements:
      • Massanutten Military Academy GPA-2.5 or higher (minimum of 2 years at MMA to meet this requirement)
      • Written recommendation from MMA's Head of School
      • Cadet Rank - Senior NCO, NCO or Officer
      • Extracurricular / Athletics - Demonstration of successful participation
      • Conduct - MMA will certify that the cadet has no disciplinary infractions to include arrest and / or conviction of misdemeanors or felonies beyond a basic traffic violation and that the student has no evidence of "Conduct Unbecoming of a Cadet" within the cadet's permanent record
    • Norwich University *

      Eligibility Requirements:
      • 2.75 GPA
      • Written recommendations by Head of School, Academic Dean and Commandant
      • Cadet Rank - NCO or Officer
      • Completed LET I
      • Successful completion of extracurricular activities
      • Athletics - lettered in at least one varsity sport
      • Conduct - MMA will certify there were no serious disciplinary infractions
      *Norwich waives application fee for MMA cadets
    • Sweet Briar College *

      Eligibility Requirements:
      • 2.75 GPA
      • Minimum SAT (2 part) 950
      • Written recommendations by Head of School, Academic Dean and Commandant
      • Cadet Rank - NCO or Officer
      • Completed LET I
      • Successful completion of extracurricular activities
      • Athletics - lettered in at least one varsity sport
      • Conduct - MMA will certify there were no serious disciplinary infractions
    • Virginia Military Institute *

      Eligibility Requirements:
      • Cumulative GPA-3.25 or higher, as recalculated by Virginia Military Institute
      • Academic - Meet standard high school diploma requirements for admissions to VMI with at least one additional advanced level math course above Algebra II
      • Written recommendations - Head of School, Commandant, and Academic Dean
      • Cadet Rank - Senior NCO or Officer
      • Leadership Course - Completed at least one leadership course
      • Extracurricular / Athletics - Demonstrated successful participation
      • Conduct - MMA will certify that the student has no major disciplinary infractions to include arrest and / or conviction of misdemeanor or felonies beyond a basic traffic violation and that the student has no evidence of "Conduct Unbecoming a Cadet" with permanent record
    • Widener University *

      Eligibility Requirements:
      • 3.25 GPA as calculated by Widener University
      • Meet the general admission requirements
      • Specific program requirements
      • SAT / ACT and essay may be considered for selective programs
    *SAT score is optional 

    If a graduate of Massanutten meets the requirements set forth by these institutions, their admission is guaranteed. 

    Mission 

    Massanutten Military Academy’s mission is to prepare students for lives of meaning, purpose, service and leadership, within a supportive and structured community in which all members of a diverse student body feel a true sense of belonging.

    Non Nobis Solum
    "Not for Ourselves Alone"

    Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

    We consistently evaluate what we do in all aspects of our school community to ensure we demonstrate our beliefs in what we teach, how we teach, and how we communicate with students, parents, alumni, trustees, faculty, staff, and the community.

    Our motto, “Non Nobis Solum” or Not for Our Selves Alone, is the driving force and center of the Academy. All members of the Massanutten Family believe service to others is key to creating an environment of camaraderie and respect for all regardless of race, age, gender identity, ethnicity, family composition, ability, religion and socio-economic status.
    You know your child can do more but is not getting the attention needed in their current environment to reach their full potential. We know that choosing the right school for your child can be difficult because each child is so unique. We believe students should experience school as it should be, a place where children are educated in an environment that leads them to thrive and encourages their maximum potential.
    Massanutten Military Academy is a co-educational, non-profit military boarding and day school in Virginia for students in 8th-12th grades with postgraduate studies. We welcome all faiths and live by our motto: Non Nobis Solum (Not For Ourselves Alone).

    Massanutten Military Academy admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school administered programs.
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