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New York Military Academy Photo #2 - NYMA prepares students for the challenges of college. By the time they graduate, NYMA Cadets will have had access to: a variety of meaningful leadership experiences, a robust curriculum geared toward 21st century priorities (creativity, collaboration, critical thinking, and communication), and a solid core of lifetime fitness and outdoor learning skills. These are the intangibles that make NYMA.

New York Military Academy

5.00 (2 reviews)
Tel: (845) 618-7335
78 Academy Ave.
Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY 12520
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New York Military Academy Photo #1 - New York Military Academy, established in 1889 in Cornwall-on-Hudson, New York, is a private, international boarding school serving grades 7 through 12. NYMA is dedicated to a comprehensive and substantive process of developing young leaders who are `Set Apart for Excellence`. Our goal is to prepare our cadets for success and fulfillment in college and in life.
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New York Military Academy Photo #1 - New York Military Academy, established in 1889 in Cornwall-on-Hudson, New York, is a private, international boarding school serving grades 7 through 12. NYMA is dedicated to a comprehensive and substantive process of developing young leaders who are `Set Apart for Excellence`. Our goal is to prepare our cadets for success and fulfillment in college and in life.
New York Military Academy Photo #2 - Utilizing a community model and a rigorous academic curriculum grounded in the classical disciplines, NYMA graduates are thoughtfully prepared to seek out extraordinary lives of accountability and service. Academy Cadets pursue a 21st century academic curriculum and can also take part in a structured Military Leadership Program.
New York Military Academy Photo #3 - NYMA prepares students for the challenges of college. By the time they graduate, NYMA Cadets will have had access to: a variety of meaningful leadership experiences, a robust curriculum geared toward 21st century priorities (creativity, collaboration, critical thinking, and communication), and a solid core of lifetime fitness and outdoor learning skills. These are the intangibles that make NYMA.
New York Military Academy Photo #4 - New York Military Academy, established in 1889 in Cornwall-on-Hudson, New York, is a private, international boarding school serving grades 7 through 12. NYMA is dedicated to a comprehensive and substantive process of developing young leaders who are `Set Apart for Excellence`. Our goal is to prepare our cadets for success and fulfillment in college and in life.
Founded in 1889, the New York Military Academy provides both discipline and a solid education putting it "One Step Ahead." A NYMA education develops a cadet`s mind, body and character building the foundation for continued education and leadership.
Patriotism, determination, and pride are all parts of a cadet`s daily life.
The Academy, the center of learning, with its etymology dating back to Ancient Greece, instills a solid education.
The curriculum individually laid out for each cadet, charts the course of instruction.
This education is interlocked with military discipline, which provides the Cadets of the Corps beneficial training for life beyond the Academy`s walls.
Cadets leave the Academy orderly, prompt, courteous, and self-confident.
Our Military Academy puts cadets - "One Step Ahead.".

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 9-12, PG
  • Enrollment: 100 students
  • Yearly Tuition (ÂÌñÉç Students): $57,000
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $40,000
  • Acceptance rate: 85%
  • Average class size: 8 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

New York Military Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 275 schools) for:

Category
Attribute
Student Attention
Small average class sizes
Faculty Education
High percent faculty with advanced degrees

School Overview

Definition of Terms | 2025 School Data
New York Military Academy
ÂÌñÉç School Avg.
School Focus
College-Prep Military
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
9-12, PG
9-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Yes
Supports (LD)
Yes
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Mild Learning Differences
n/a
Religious Affiliation
Non-denominational
Non-denominational
Year Founded
1889
1907
Campus Size
135 acres
130 acres
Colors
Maroon
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026

Student Body

Enrollment
100 students
319 students
% Students of Color
50%
27%
% International Students
10%
20%
% Students ÂÌñÉç
99%
66%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No

Academics and Faculty

Saturday Classes
No
No
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Cadet Uniform
Casual
Average Class Size
8 students
12
* National Avg. »
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
8
18
ESL Courses Offered
Yes
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
90%
72%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes

Tuition Cost

Yearly Tuition
(ÂÌñÉç Students)
$57,000
(Includes all fees)
$69,500
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
$40,000
$38,000
Tuition international students
$64,000
$58,650
% Students on Financial Aid
20%
40%
Merit Scholarships Offered
Yes
No

Admissions

Application Deadline
None / Rolling
Jan. 15
Acceptance Rate
85%
64%
Director of Admissions
Sheila June
Application URL

Course Listings

List of Courses Offered

AP / Advanced Courses

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
8
18
Courses
Art HistoryBiology
CalculusEconomics
EnglishPre-Calculus
PsychologyU.S. History

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered
11
16
Sports
BaseballBasketball
Cross CountryCross Country Running
Drill TeamIntramural Sports Only
MarksmanshipRiflery
SoccerUltimate Frisbee
Wrestling

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations
6
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Art ClubChess Club
Gaming ClubNational Honors Society
Rocket Club


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Table Tennis

College Matriculation

College Acceptance Rate
100%
10 Most Popular College Choices  (# Enrolled)

School Notes

  • The New York Military Academy offers unique high school program that combines academic, physical, and a leadership program that builds character within a highly structured and challenging 24/7 military environment.  NYMA is for those who`ve a vision for their future and the courage to do the work it takes to reach their goals.
  • LD types supported: Mild Learning Differences
  • New York Military Academy accreditations: MIDDLE STATES
  • School Motto: Set Apart for Excellence
  • School Mascot: Knights
Source: Verified school update
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does New York Military Academy cost?
New York Military Academy's tuition is approximately $57,000 for boarding students and $40,000 for day students.
What is the acceptance rate of New York Military Academy?
The acceptance rate of New York Military Academy is 85%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 64%.
What sports does New York Military Academy offer?
New York Military Academy offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Drill Team, Intramural Sports Only, Marksmanship, Riflery, Soccer, Ultimate Frisbee and Wrestling.
What is New York Military Academy's ranking?
New York Military Academy ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Small average class sizes and High percent faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for New York Military Academy?
The application deadline for New York Military Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Class of 1993
5.00
University of Texas at El Paso
NYMA is one of the few military-style college preparatory boarding schools left in the United States. What sets it apart is its structured military leadership model that fosters discipline, accountability, and character development. Cadets wear. . .

Class of 1980
5.00
Butler University
Organization and Adminstration at the Academy was key in a Military Academy setting. Through a strong military environment that existed during my attendance, I was fortunate to learn diciplines that extended throughout my life and. . .
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  • Grades: 9-12, PG
  • Enrollment: 100 students
  • Yearly Tuition (ÂÌñÉç Students): $57,000
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $40,000
  • Acceptance rate: 85%
  • Average class size: 8 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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