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Fork Union Military Academy (request information)
P.O. Box 278
Fork Union, VA  23055  

Steve Macek
Director of Admissions

Phone: 434-842-4205
Fax: 434-842-4300
Email: maceks@fuma.org
Website: http://www.forkunion.com

Fork Union Military Academy is one of the nation's leading college preparatory military schools for boys in grades 6 to 12 and postgraduate (grades 8-12 only in Summer Session). Nationally-known for its emphasis on Christian values, top quality academics, and superior athletic programs, the school remains true to its motto of "Body, Mind, and Spirit." Success stories begin here.

School Details: School Type:
Religious Affiliation: Christian
Boarding Grades: 6-12, PG (Day: 6-12, PG)
Enrollment - Boys: 512   Girls: 0
Boarding: 500   Day: 12
Year Founded: 1898
Campus Size (acres): 1000
Accredited by: VAIS
Boys Only
Secondary
Military
Junior Boarding

Programs Offered: (where checked)
ESL (Beginning) ADD/ADHD
Learning Differences AP Courses
International Baccalaureate Post Graduate Year
Five-Day Boarding Summer Sessions
 
Tuition Information for 2009-2010
Seven-day Boarding Tuition: $27,750
 
Financial Aid Information
  % of boarding students receiving aid: 20%
  % of boarding students receiving merit scholarships: 14%
 
Academics
Average class size: 12-16
Number of full time teachers: 48
Percentage of faculty with advanced degrees: 60%
Distinctive programs offered:
The school offers an unique one subject plan of study for cadets in grades 9-12 and postgraduate. Each term lasts approximately 7 weeks. The Middle School follows a traditional curriculum.
 
College Placement
Top college/university choices:
  1. Virginia Tech
  2. VCU
  3. Longwood University
  4. James Madison University
  5. George Mason University

Advanced Placement Courses Offered:
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
English Language
Psychology
US History
 
Advanced Placement Preparation Offered:
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Chemistry
English Language
Macroeconomics
Psychology
Spanish Language
US Government and Politics
US History
World History
 
Interscholastic Athletic Programs:
Baseball
Basketball
Cross-Country Running
Drill Team
Football
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Wrestling
 
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Power Lifting
Rifle Team
Swimming
Weightlifting
 
Clubs and Organizations:
Chess Club
Community Service
Debate Club
International Clubs
National Honor Society
Photography
Riflery
Scouting
Weightlifting
Woodworking Club
 
Arts & Music Programs (Extracurricular):
Choir
Choral Music
Pep Band
Theater or Drama
 

 

    

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