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How to Send Your Child to Military School in 3 Easy Steps

Instead of the traditional route, you can send your little one to a kids military school.

The youngest age for military school is 7. But how to send your child to military school, exactly?

If you know you want your child to enroll in a military school but do not know where to start, do not panic! We have your back!

This article will guide you through what you need to do. The 3 basic steps are:

  • Step #1: Research school options
  • Step #2: Ensure your child meets admission requirements
  • Step #3: Apply to the school of your choice

Details are in the rest of the article; keep reading!

Table of Contents

  • Way To Send Your Child to Military School?
    • Step #1: Research school options
    • Research by age
    • Research by gender
    • Research by tuition fee
    • Research by location
    • Step #2: Ensure your child meets admission requirements
    • Step #3: Apply to the school of your choice
  • Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
    • 1. What age can you send your child to military school?
    • 2. How many military schools for elementary students are there?
    • 3. What does a day at military school look like?
  •  Conclusion

Way To Send Your Child to Military School?

Step #1: Research school options

There are 52 military schools in the U.S. Each has its own military school age limit. As a result, some can be considered a military elementary school, while some cannot be considered so.

For this research step, start by narrowing the list of 52 schools based on whether your child’s age aligns with the school’s offerings.

Research by age

Military schools offer different programs and curriculums across different grades.

If your child is in his or her elementary age, research these elementary military schools:

  • Catherine’s Academy (Transitional kindergarten to 8th grade)
  • Admiral Farragut Academy (Kindergarten to 12th grade)
  • San Marcos Academy (Pre-kindergarten to 12th grade)

And if your child is in middle school, high school, or higher, take a look at these schools:

6th grade to 12th grade:

  • La Salle Institute
  • Leonard Hall Junior Naval Academy
  • Oakland Military Institute
  • Randolph-Macon Academy
  • Riverside Military Academy
  • Southern Preparatory Academy
  • John’s Northwestern Military Academy
  • Texas Military Institute

5th grade to 12th grade + Post-grad

  • California Military Institute
  • Massanutten Military Academy

7th grade to 12th grade + Post-grad

  • Fork Union Military Academy
  • Hargrave Military Academy
  • Marine Military Academy
  • New York Military Academy

7th grade to 12th grade

  • Camden Military Academy
  • Christian Brothers Academy
  • Missouri Military Academy
  • Thomas Academy

8th Grade to 12th Grade

  • Admiral Farragut Academy

9th Grade to Junior College

  • New Mexico Military Institute

9th Grade to 12th Grade

  • Air Force Academy High School
  • Benedictine Military School
  • Carver Military Academy
  • Culver Military Academy
  • Chicago Military Academy
  • Delaware Military Academy
  • Francis Marion Military Academy
  • Marine Academy (MAST)
  • Marmion Academy
  • Phoenix Military Academy
  • Rickover Military School

College (Undergrad + Grad)

  • California Maritime Academy
  • Georgia Military College
  • Great Lakes Maritime Academy
  • Maine Maritime Academy
  • Military Academy at West Point
  • Naval War College
  • Norwich University
  • SUNY Maritime College
  • Texas Maritime Academy
  • The Citadel
  • The Military College of Georgia
  • United States Naval Academy
  • US Air Force Academy
  • US Coast Guard Academy
  • US Merchant Marine Academy
  • Valley Forge Military Academy and College
  • Virginia Military Institute

Research by gender

Next, continue to cut the list down based on whether you want your child to attend an all-boys or co-ed school.

Here is the list of military schools for boys only:

  • Camden Military Academy
  • Carver Military Academy
  • Christian Brothers Academy
  • Fork Union Military Academy
  • Hargrave Military Academy
  • Marmion Academy
  • Missouri Military Academy
  • Riverside Military Academy

Note: Unfortunately, there has yet to be a military school for girls only. 

Since military schools are strict, structured, and staffed with disciplined people, you might think it is the ideal place to send your troubled child to. However, in reality, military schools are not meant to correct troubled behavior.

Most military schools have selective admission. Boys and girls that will cause trouble will not be tolerated. They either get denied upon admission application or expelled quickly after enrolling. So, do not try to look for a military school for bad kids.

Note: If your child has behavioral concerns, you should look for a therapeutic school or a residential treatment center instead. You can also consider summer camps.

Research by tuition fee

Tuition fee is another factor that you can consider researching. The total fees range from $0 to $90,950.50. The large price range is the result of many factors, but mainly the type of school: charter, public, private, etc.

Note: Schools that are free of charge are usually open to specific state residents or very selective.

Research by location

There are military schools in almost all states. Here is the list of schools categorized by the state that they are in. You can use it to narrow your research even further based on location.

Alabama

  • Southern Preparatory Academy

California

  • California Maritime Academy
  • California Military Institute
  • Oakland Military Institute
  • Catherine’s Academy

Colorado

  • US Air Force Academy

Connecticut

  • US Coast Guard Academy
  • Delaware Military Academy

Florida

  • Admiral Farragut Academy
  • Francis Marion Military Academy

Georgia

  • Benedictine Military School
  • Georgia Military College
  • Riverside Military Academy
  • The Military College of Georgia

Illinois

  • Air Force Academy High School
  • Carver Military Academy
  • Chicago Military Academy
  • Marmion Academy
  • Phoenix Military Academy
  • Rickover Military School

Indiana

  • Culver Military Academy

Maine

  • Maine Maritime Academy

Maryland

  • Leonard Hall Junior Naval Academy
  • United States Naval Academy

Michigan

  • Great Lakes Maritime Academy

Minnesota

  • Thomas Academy

Missouri

  • Missouri Military Academy

New Jersey

  • Marine Academy (MAST)

New Mexico

  • New Mexico Military Institute

New York

  • Christian Brothers Academy
  • La Salle Institute
  • Military Academy at West Point
  • New York Military Academy
  • SUNY Maritime College
  • US Merchant Marine Academy

Pennsylvania

  • Valley Forge Military Academy and College

Rhode Island

  • Naval War College

South Carolina

  • Camden Military Academy
  • The Citadel

Texas

  • Marine Military Academy
  • San Marcos Academy
  • Texas Maritime Academy
  • Texas Military Institute

Vermont

  • Norwich University

Virginia

  • Fork Union Military Academy
  • Franklin Military Academy
  • Hargrave Military Academy
  • Massanutten Military Academy
  • Randolph-Macon Academy
  • Virginia Military Institute

Wisconsin

  • John’s Northwestern Military Academy

Also, military school tuition is one of the most important factors. Check this detailed article to know more about the cost of military schools.

Step #2: Ensure your child meets admission requirements

Once you have narrowed down your list of potential schools for your child, go through the list of admission requirements at each school.

Each school will have its own criterion, which your child will need to meet. You can get this info from the school’s website.

Some schools publish this publicly so you just need to navigate to their website to access it, but some will require you to reach out to them through an email or phone call. If this is the case, they will always specify and give you the contact info on their website.

For example:

 Usually, there are academic requirements and physical fitness requirements.

Step #3: Apply to the school of your choice

Finally, you can apply to the school that you have chosen. Most schools will give you the option to apply online. Otherwise, contact admissions. Since each school has a different procedure, we cannot give you a specific guide, but do not worry. Regardless of the school, the admissions will gladly walk you through the application steps.

Note: Usually, this step does not take as much time and effort as steps 1 and 2.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What age can you send your child to military school?

As mentioned briefly in the introduction, you can send your little one to military school starting from 7 years old.

2. How many military schools for elementary students are there?

There are three military schools for students in their elementary years. These are:

  • Catherine’s Academy (Transitional kindergarten to 8th grade)
  • Admiral Farragut Academy (Kindergarten to 12th grade)
  • San Marcos Academy (Pre-kindergarten to 12th grade)

3. What does a day at military school look like?

Here is an example of a school day at Hargrave Military Academy:

 Conclusion

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How to Pay for Military School

Do you want to place your child in a military school but are afraid it is out of your price range? Tuition, books, uniforms, travel, and fees can get costly. Here are some options available to you for how to pay for military school that might be worth checking out.

Here are your funding options for military school for your son or daughter.

Table Of Contents

  1. How Much Does Military School Cost?
  2. Ways Parents Pay for Military School
    • 1. Apply for Scholarships
    • 2. Request Grants
    • 3. Apply for Bank & Financial Institution (FI) Loans
    • 4. Schools May Offer Financing
    • 5. Research Insurance Coverage
    • 6. Creative Funding Solutions

How Much Does Military School Cost?

Tuition for army schools can run from $25,000 to $50,000 a year. I know it can be discouraging, but there is some help out there. Click here to find a military school near you, then read on for more information about how to pay for a military academy.

Ways Parents Pay for Military School

Scholarships, grants, loans, and school financing are the most common ways that parents pay for military school for their child. It’s reassuring to know that there are several options, but in some instances parents need to get creative. We have listed some creative ideas toward the end of this article.

Whatever options you chose, start applying early and be persistent. Stay in contact with the key people in charge of financial aid or administrators of scholarships and grants.

1. Apply for Scholarships

Most military schools have benefactors and scholarships available to help pay for tuition, books, uniforms, and fees. Some schools offer need-based scholarships, some offer merit-based scholarships, and some schools offer both. Some schools also offer scholarships to kids who have parents that are members of the military.

Merit-based scholarships may be offered to individuals who are academically proficient and show intellectual growth, or who show great character and leadership. They also may be offered to kids who excel in sports or the arts.

Needs-based scholarships are based on the financial statements of the primary caretaker. Churches and employers also sometimes offer scholarships so remember to check with them.

Apply early and keep in touch regularly by email. Persistence can make a difference.

2. Request Grants

Since military schools are private, they do not receive money from state tax dollars and instead fall under The National Association of Independent Schools, or NAIS. The NAIS is a non-profit membership association that provides grants to students who are in good academic standing or demonstrate a financial need. Contact the school you’re interested in for more information about how to apply.

3. Apply for Bank & Financial Institution (FI) Loans

Loans to help pay for military school can come from a private bank or a financial institution. Check with your bank to see if they offer private loans for military school. Be sure to check around for the best interest rates. Variable rates are usually lower, but if interest rates rise you could be in for a couple hundred dollar increase in your payment. You’ll have to do your research to see if a fixed or variable rate is best for you.

Financial institutions such as Sallie Mae also offer private student loans. You will need to have a good credit score to qualify for a private student loan. Unfortunately federal student loans, which usually have lower interest rates, are not offered for military school.

Can I apply for a loan under my student? The answer is no, you as a parent cannot apply for a loan under your student’s name. Parents will have to apply for an educational loan under their own name.

Can I apply for a personal loan as a parent? Yes, you can apply for a personal loan to pay for military school for your child.

4. Schools May Offer Financing

Some military schools offer financing if you are running out of options. Check with the school you are interested in. Instead of paying it all up front at the beginning of the year, they may work with you on making monthly payments throughout the school year.

The school’s finance office will set up a written agreement which shows the amount the payments will be each month. A down payment will most likely be needed to ensure your child’s admission into the school. The nice thing about financing with the military schools is that interest is not charged.

5. Research Insurance Coverage

Is Military school covered by insurance? No, unfortunately military school is not covered by any insurance; however, certain expenses such as medical care and mental health treatment may be covered.

The general rule is that in order for insurance to cover all or part of the costs, the facility must be medical in nature and offer some level of health services. Military schools do not meet these criteria, but residential treatment centers usually do.  

6. Creative Funding Solutions

For parents who are determined, here are some alternative options to pay for this important structured situation your child needs.

  1. Ask friends and family. Perhaps there are grandparents, aunts, uncles, or family members who would be willing to offer assistance, especially if they have seen the struggles your family is experiencing.
  2. Start a GoFundMe. Many times friends and family are willing to contribute.
  3. Request funds from your church or place of worship. Some churches or religious institutions offer small grants, scholarships, and financial help to members or members of the community.
  4. Teens who are adopted may use their adoption subsidy. If your child is adopted from the foster care system, the subsidy can be used to pay for military school. You may need to put in a request for the subsidy to be increased to cover part of the cost.
  5. Refinance your house. It’s extreme, but some parents choose to take out a loan from the equity in their house to cover this additional education expense for their son or daughter.

Are you at your ends rope trying to get the proper care and schooling for your child? If so, we can relate. Just know that there are options, and persistence is key.

Have you already been trying to get your child into a military school? Have you been able to get financial help for military school? Please comment below. We would love to hear your experience.

If you have exhausted all options and realize that military school is not feasible for your child, read about other residential treatment options. Read about how to fund these other residential treatment options here.

Click here for a free PDF printable checklist of the 7 steps to take when your child needs residential treatment.

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Valor, courage and honor are exactly what the boys want when they dream of entering the Suvorov Military School. They are not afraid of the difficulties that await them in the cadet, they dream of wearing shoulder straps from a very young age and, when the time comes, change them for officers. And there are a lot of such boys - the competition for admission to Suvorov sometimes reaches five, or even seven people for one place. That is why it is better to prepare in advance for admission so that the dream can become a reality.

Who can enter the Suvorov Military School?

The very first and most important condition for admission to the Suvorov Military School (SVU) or the Cadet Corps (KK) is citizenship of the Russian Federation. In accordance with the order of the Minister of Defense of the Russian Federation, boys and girls under the age of 15 years old (as of December 31 of the year of admission) can enter the Suvorov and Nakhimov Schools, after the 4th, 8th and 9th grades of the secondary general education school in year of admission. Different Suvorov schools have different requirements for the age of applicants, the only thing that remains unchanged is that after 15 years, Suvorov students definitely do not take.

Another important condition for admission is good health . The suitability of a state of health for training in a military school is determined by doctors. Only with the conclusion of the military medical commission in hand can one submit documents to Suvorovskoye. At the same time, there are quite a few reasons for rejection for health reasons:

- Serious infectious diseases: hepatitis C or B, HIV infection, tuberculosis in any form; Various neoplasms, with the exception of nevi, which do not interfere with wearing clothes;

- Various diseases of the endocrine system, including obesity of 3 and 4 degrees; Serious blood diseases such as hemophilia, leukemia and the like; A serious decrease in immunity, if there is a history of frequent acute respiratory viral infections that occurred with complications;

- Various skin diseases, eg psoriasis, vitiligo, neurodermatitis;

- Any mental disorder; Diseases of the nervous system;

- Serious visual impairment, even strabismus; Systematic and chronic diseases of the ear, for example, frequent purulent otitis media;

- Diseases of the respiratory system, in particular - bronchial asthma;

- Acute and chronic diseases of the digestive system, such as stomach ulcers or gallstones;

- Diseases of the skeletal and muscular systems, in particular, now widespread scoliosis of 2-3 degrees;

- Serious diseases of the genitourinary system, including; Severe congenital anomalies.

However, physicians will review each case on a case-by-case basis and make a decision based on current health and disease prospects. Therefore, it makes sense to think about how to enter the Suvorov School and prepare for admission even if there is some kind of chronic disease. The main thing is to have a desire to become an officer.

Where and what documents to apply to enter the Suvorov Military School?

Documents for admission according to the list, which is better to check on the website of the selected school or at the local military registration and enlistment office, must be sent to the admissions office of the school in the period from April 15 to May 15 of the year of admission. This means that the preliminary assessment of the success of a potential Suvorov student will be evaluated without the results of the last quarter. It is very important to pay attention to this if a decision is made to act. Although the military registration and enlistment office will explain everything in detail and help you draw up an application, it is still better to know the list of necessary documents in advance. This will help you prepare in the best possible way. After all, only those applicants who pass the preliminary selection will receive an invitation to face-to-face tests at the Suvorov Military School.

So, you will definitely need for admission:

1. An application from the parents or guardians of the applicant about his desire to enter the Suvorov School or the Cadet Corps. It is written in the name of the head of the school chosen for admission.
2. Personal statement of the applicant about the desire to enter the Suvorov Military School and become an officer of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation in the future.
3. A copy of the applicant's birth certificate.
4. Report card with grades for the first three academic quarters, certified by the stamp of the school, and indicating the foreign language being studied.
5. Pedagogical characteristics for the applicant, signed by the class teacher and principal of the school and certified by the stamp of the school.
6. Medical certificate of the applicant's suitability for admission to the SVU. Such a certificate is issued by the VVK at the military registration and enlistment office, however, for this it is necessary to collect all medical documents from your clinic.
7. Four photographs of the applicant, 3 x 4 cm in size.
8. A copy of the applicant's medical insurance policy, certified by a notary.
9. Certificate from the place of residence on the composition of the family.
10. Certificates from the place of work of parents.

In addition, documents confirming citizenship may be required if the applicant lives permanently outside of Russia. If the applicant is entitled to benefits upon admission , documents confirming the right to these benefits must be sent to the selection committee.
The originals of the birth certificate and report card are presented by the applicant personally to the admission committee of the Suvorov School or the Cadet Corps, upon arrival to pass the entrance exams.

Benefits for admission to the Suvorov Military School

Some categories of applicants entering the Suvorov Military School are entitled to benefits. So, orphans or children left without parental care are subject to enrollment in the Suvorov School without exams, only based on the results of an interview and a medical examination.

In addition, there are categories of persons who are eligible for enrollment outside the main competition. That is, if they successfully pass the entrance exams, they are enrolled in Suvorov in any case. These categories include:

- children of servicemen who were killed or died as a result of injury (wounds, injuries, contusions) or diseases received by them in the performance of military service duties;

- children of servicemen serving in military conflict zones, as well as being brought up without a mother;

- children of servicemen who are doing military service under a contract and have a total duration of military service of 20 years or more in calendar terms;

- children of citizens discharged from military service upon reaching the age limit for military service, for health reasons or in connection with organizational and staff measures, the total duration of military service of which is 20 years or more in calendar terms;

- children of Heroes of the Soviet Union, Heroes of the Russian Federation, full holders of the Order of Glory.

In addition, excellent students in general education school have the right to be enrolled in the Suvorov School only on the basis of the results of one, the first exam. Subject to passing the standards for physical fitness. If the first exam is passed with 5 points, then they become Suvorovites, when they receive 4 or 3 points, they continue to take exams and are enrolled based on the results of the general selection. As a rule, the competition for one place in the Suvorov Military School reaches five people per place.

What exams do you need to pass to enter the Suvorov Military School?

Admission to the Suvorov military schools and entrance exams starts depending on the schedule in each specific school and lasts until August 15th. Applicants who have passed the preliminary selection from the school commission and are allowed to take exams take an exam in mathematics and the Russian language.

In addition, all applicants, without exception, undergo a medical commission, an interview with a psychologist for readiness to study for the IED. A prerequisite for admission is the passing of physical education standards. They include pull-ups, a 100-meter run and a 1000-meter run.

Applicants who do not meet the conditions of admission for health reasons, who did not pass the entrance exams, or who did not pass the competition, are not accepted to the Suvorov Military School and are sent to their place of residence. There are no retakes of exams. During the stay of applicants at the Suvorov School for exams, they are provided with free meals. Preparatory courses for those entering the Suvorov military schools are not provided.

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How to enter the Suvorov School, conditions and rules for admission after 4, 9class, admission age, benefits, requirements

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11/12/21

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Many young people after finishing the 9th grade think about entering other educational institutions. How to enter the Suvorov School is a fairly common question among boys aged 13-15 and their parents.

Contents:

  • List of Suvorov military schools in Russia
  • Basic conditions for admission
  • How old do they accept
  • When and what exams to take
  • How much does training cost
  • Studying at the Suvorov School for Girls
  • Admission benefits
  • Documents and references
  • Prospects for students of the Suvorov military schools

On the rules of admission and the required documents, information is usually available on the websites of institutions.

Each of them has its own rules and requirements, but there is also general information that is useful for admission to any of them.

List of Suvorov military schools in Russia

On the territory of Russia there are several educational institutions associated with obtaining a military specialty after grades 4, 8 and 9:

  1. The Moscow Military Music School operates in Moscow. This is an educational institution that allows you to get a secondary professional musical education.
  2. Suvorov military school is in Moscow, St. Petersburg, Yekaterinburg, Ulyanovsk, Ussuriysk, Astrakhan, Kazan, Perm, Mogilev, Tver, Voronezh, Chita, Tula.
  3. Cadet corps are located in the cities of Omsk, Novosibirsk, Nizhny Novgorod, Ufa, Kharkov.
  4. A boarding school with flight training has been opened in Chelyabinsk.

These educational institutions allow students to receive military specialties that are in demand on the labor market. Education programs are aimed not only at obtaining the main specialty, but there are also additional subjects that allow you to expand the range of your knowledge.

Basic conditions for admission

Each educational institution has its own rules and requirements for the admission of students. However, there are also common ones for all schools.

The first and most important thing in order to enter is the presence of citizenship of the Russian Federation. The same rule applies to those entering the cadet corps.

They usually accept children after 4, 8 and after 9 grades.

The state of health is also extremely important for applicants. Children with health problems are not accepted to these educational institutions, because classes require a certain level of physical fitness.

Before admission, a mandatory medical examination is carried out, which has a decisive role in admission. After the conclusion of the medical commission, a decision is made on admission to the Suvorov School by the selection committee.

From what age do they accept

Children of different ages are accepted for training. Each school has its own requirements.

Basically, they accept children after the 4th grade (10-11 years old), after the 8th and 9th grades (14-15 years old) of the secondary general education school and lyceums.

[advice] Please note: there is also an important addition regarding the age limit of the child. After 15 years, children are not accepted.[/advice]

In some institutions there is the possibility of admission after the 5th grade. This is discussed individually.

When and what exams to take

To get into training, the applicant must pass the entrance exams. Each educational institution has its own list of required documents, including the required exams.

Exams are held from 1 to 15 August each year. They usually pass papers in the Russian language, mathematics, and are also selected for physical training.

In some institutions there is a selection preference for those who graduated from school with "excellent". Such children are given the opportunity to enter without entrance examinations.

The order of admission is established in each educational institution individually.

How much does tuition cost

Each school offers its own tuition fees.

Information on payment for educational services can be found on the website of the required school.

The cost depends not only on the chosen specialty, but also on the region in which the institution is located.

Studying at the Suvorov School for Girls

Recruitment for study is made on a competitive basis. You can arrange a child regardless of gender.

The main requirement is the age of no more than 15 years.

Just like boys, girls must collect a full package of documents, after which, based on the exams passed and the results of the medical examination, admission is made to the course in the chosen specialty.

Some institutions conduct special physical tests, according to the results of which students are assigned to health subgroups.

[warning] Worth noting: training is provided for both sexes in exactly the same program.[/warning]

Admission benefits

Competitive selection is made upon passing the exams.

If the faculty is paid, in this case, payment for the semester of study must be made.

In many educational institutions, preference is given to children who have the status of orphans, as well as children from large families. In this case, the student is granted tuition benefits.

In addition, benefits are provided to those who are the child of a serviceman, children of internal affairs employees, children of parents who died in the line of duty, as well as daughters and sons of prosecutors.

Documents and references

The required documents for admission to this educational institution are different for each school.

However, the general requirement is the presence of a passport or birth certificate of a citizen of the Russian Federation, an application from parents or guardians for admission, as well as a personal application from the student, which is filled out in the name of the director.

In addition, in order to send the child to study, you will need the psychological characteristics of the student, certified by the seal of the school, as well as two photographs.

You also need to make photocopies of all documents in two copies. Some institutions require a reference from the teacher or head teacher of the school, certified by the school seal. Samples of required applications can be found on the websites of educational institutions.

Prospects for students of the Suvorov military schools

The competitive selection is very high and not every child can enter there.

During training, much attention is paid to the moral side. Students are noble and honest, they know the basics of etiquette and business relations.

Such knowledge allows them to be more in demand in any profession and in society in general in the future.

After graduation, graduates acquire not only the specialty of an officer, but also many other specialties. Work in the military sphere is very difficult, but important, so all graduates receive the education that will be useful to them on the path of life.

Admission to the Suvorov military school allows the student to acquire a sought-after military profession.

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