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Exploring US Military High Schools

Hey peeps, I'm interested in military high schools across the US. Any top recommendations to consider or successful alumni to note?

a year ago

Absolutely! There are several renowned military high schools throughout the United States that produce successful alumni across a range of fields including military service, politics, business, and science. Here are a few military high schools known for their strong programs:

1. United States Military Academy Preparatory School (West Point Prep) - Located in West Point, New York, West Point Prep is a part of the United States Military Academy and offers a one-year intensive preparatory program for high school graduates who have demonstrated exemplary achievement but wish to further develop their academic and leadership skills before entering West Point.

2. New York Military Academy - Located in Cornwall, New York, NYMA is a college preparatory, co-ed boarding school dedicated to teaching students academic excellence, leadership skills, and character development. Notably, President Donald Trump is an alum of NYMA.

3. Valley Forge Military Academy (VFMA) - Based in Wayne, Pennsylvania, VFMA is an all-boys college preparatory boarding school that instills a strong sense of discipline and leadership in its students. J.D. Salinger, the acclaimed author of "The Catcher in the Rye," spent a year at VFMA.

4. The Marine Academy of Science and Technology (MAST) - Based in Highlands, New Jersey, MAST is a co-ed high school that combines rigorous academics with military-style structure and discipline.

5. Hargrave Military Academy - Located in Chatham, Virginia, Hargrave has a high school and postgraduate program with a Christian focus. Hargrave alumni include renowned business leaders and NFL athletes.

Remember, success in these schools largely depends on your interest in a disciplined, structured environment. While these academies offer rigorous college preparatory academics, they also focus on character development and leadership skills through military training. If you are genuinely interested in a military-style education and wish to pursue service to your country, these schools could be an excellent fit.

a year ago

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