Missouri Military Academy
Mexico, MO
"Love, Honor, Truth"
The Verdict
Missouri Military Academy is the gold standard for the "Whole Man" education. It doesn't just teach boys; it constructs men. With a 360-acre campus that feels like a small university and a corps of cadets from 20+ countries, MMA offers a global perspective in the heart of America.
The Class of 2025 earned $15 million in college scholarships—averaging nearly $300,000 per graduate. From the nationally ranked Fusileers Drill Team to one of the few remaining military equestrian programs, MMA is the perfect choice for the boy who needs to be challenged, not just managed.
Campus & Cadet Life
About
Missouri Military Academy is the Midwest's premier all-male military boarding school, delivering the 'Whole Man' education since 1889. With $15 million in scholarships earned by the Class of 2025 and cadets from 20+ countries, MMA transforms boys into leaders of character through academics, military structure, athletics, and character development.
Tuition & Costs
2025-2026 RatesBoarding
$39,500
Day Student
$9,300
International
$46,839
*Includes room/board, labs, textbooks, haircuts, laundry. Uniforms ~$3,374 new cadets. Avg aid $18K.
View official tuition pageAdmissions & Selectivity
Admissions Philosophy
selective
Key Requirements
- Completed application and application fee
- Official transcripts from current and previous schools
- Standardized test scores (if available)
- Teacher recommendations
- Personal interview (in-person or virtual)
- Medical and immunization records
- Character references
Location
Campus & Facilities
Campus Size
360 acres
Housing
Barracks
Enrollment
182
Student:Teacher
6:1
Barracks Life
Housing Type
barracks
Daily Schedule
Highly structured day begins with reveille and morning formation, followed by academic blocks, drill periods, athletics, evening mess, supervised study hall (Call to Quarters), and Taps. Weekends include inspections, parades, and supervised free time with off-campus privileges for cadets in good standing.
Discipline Model
Traditional military merit/demerit system with cadet chain of command. Cadets earn rank based on leadership, academics, and conduct. Senior cadets serve as Battalion, Company, and Platoon leaders, enforcing standards under oversight from the Commandant's staff. The 'Whole Man' development philosophy emphasizes character, leadership, and personal responsibility.
Academics & Outcomes
College Matriculation
100%
Scholarships Earned
$15 million (Class of 2025)
Where Graduates Go
Regular appointments to West Point, Annapolis, Air Force Academy, and Coast Guard Academy. Strong pipelines to University of Missouri (Mizzou), Texas A&M Corps of Cadets, Norwich University, VMI, and The Citadel.
Hall of Fame
Gen. Clifton B. Cates
19th Commandant of the United States Marine Corps (1948-1952); decorated WWI and WWII combat leader; Navy Cross recipient
Dale Dye
Marine Corps Captain (Ret.); actor and Hollywood's premier military technical advisor for 'Saving Private Ryan,' 'Platoon,' and 'Band of Brothers'
Cody Fowler
President of the American Bar Association (1950-1951); prominent civil rights attorney; Tampa civic leader
Athletics & Physical Training
Varsity Sports
Mandatory PT
All cadets participate in daily physical training and athletics. The nationally ranked Fusileers Drill Team represents MMA in competitions across the country. The program emphasizes fitness, teamwork, and competitive spirit, with intramural sports ensuring every cadet is active regardless of varsity participation.
Facilities
360-acre campus in Mexico, Missouri features multiple athletic fields, gymnasium, indoor swimming pool, weight room, wrestling room, tennis courts, parade ground, and outdoor training areas. Unique among military schools, MMA maintains an equestrian program with stables and horses—one of the few remaining in military education. The historic campus blends traditional barracks with modern academic facilities.
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