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Oak Ridge Military Academy

2317 Oak Ridge Road Oak Ridge NC 27310
Tel: (336) 515-8040
www.oakridgemilitary.com

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
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!
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:

Category
Attribute
School History
Oldest founding date

School Overview

Definition of Terms | 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
Co-ed
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Yes
Supports Learning Differences (LD)
Yes
Yes
Religious Affiliation
Non-denominational
Non-denominational
Year Founded
1852
1909
Campus Size
110 acres
125 acres
School Calendar
View School Calendar
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
No
No

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes
No
No
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniforms
Casual
Average Class Size
10 students
12
* National Avg. »18
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
5
17
ESL Courses Offered
Yes
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
10%
70%
Summer Program Offered
Yes
Yes
Summer Program Details
View Summer Program Details
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
5
17

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
No

Admissions

Application Deadline
None / Rolling
Jan. 15
SSAT Required
Yes
Yes
Acceptance Rate
80%
58%
Director of Admissions
Major Robert Forde
Application URL
Online Application

Sports

School Mascot
Eagle

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations
5
23
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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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

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