Tuition and Financial Aid
At MMA, we believe all young men deserve an exceptional education to unlock their full potential. Through payment plans and financial aid options, we provide support and flexibility to families to help ensure their young men have access to MMA's unique, transformative military school education during their middle school and high school years.
U.S. Boarding School Cadets
US BOARDING SCHOOL CADETS
Base cost
2023-24 Tuition, Room & Board: $39,500 (full year); $19,750 (midterm enrollment)
Uniform and accessories fee: $2,954.00 for new cadets; $595 for returning cadets (fees listed do not include tax)
Please see below for additional mandatory cadet fees and potential additional costs based on needs.
What’s included
- lab fees
- textbook rentals
- haircuts
- advising, mentoring, & guidance
- routine medical care
Additional MANDaTORY cadet FEES
- computer equipment & support, $400
- student accident insurance, $120
- laundry & dry cleaning services, $250
- sports participation fees, $435
- parent committee, $50
- cadet activities, $300
Additional costs based on needs
Cadets may incur additional fees based on individual needs for the following:
- medicinal dispensary services
- private music lessons and equipment fees
- prescriptions
- counseling
- additional uniform accoutrements
- standardized tests
- dual-credit college classes
- special activities outside of school
For a complete list, please see the enrollment supplement.
Day School Cadets
DAY SCHOOL STUDENTS
Base cost
Tuition, Room & Board: $6,500
Uniform and accessories fee: $2,954.00 for new students; $595 for returning students (fees listed do not include tax)
Please see below for additional mandatory cadet fees and potential additional costs based on needs.
What’s included
- noon meals
- lab fees
- textbook rentals
- advising, mentoring, & guidance
- routine medical care
additional MANDATORY CADET FEES
- computer equipment & support, $400
- student accident insurance, $120
- laundry & dry cleaning services, $250
- sports participation fees, $435
- parent committee, $50
- cadet activities, $300
Additional costs based on needs
Cadets may incur additional fees based on individual needs for the following:
- medicinal dispensary services
- private music lessons and equipment fees
- prescriptions
- counseling
- additional uniform accoutrements
- standardized tests
- dual-credit college classes
- special activities outside of school
For complete list, please see enrollment supplement.
International Boarding Cadets
INTERNATIONAL BOARDING STUDENTS
Base cost
2023-24 Tuition, Room & Board: $39,500 (full year); $19,750 (midterm enrollment)
Uniform and accessories fee: $2,954.00 for new students; $595 for returning students (fees listed do not include tax)
International fee: $2,500
Please see below for additional mandatory cadet fees and potential additional costs based on needs.
What’s included
- lab fees
- textbook rentals
- haircuts
- advising, mentoring, & guidance
- routine medical care
ADDITIONAL MANDATORY CADET FEES
- computer equipment & support, $400
- international student insurance, $1,350
- laundry & dry cleaning services, $250
- sports participation fees, $435
- parent committee, $50
- cadet activities, $300
Additional costs based on needs
Cadets may incur additional fees based on individual needs for the following:
- English as a Second Language (ESL) camp
- private music lessons and equipment fees
- prescriptions
- counseling
- medicinal dispensary services
- additional uniform accoutrements
- standardized tests
- dual-credit college classes special activities outside of school
For complete list, please see enrollment supplement.
NEW CADETS FOR FULL-YEAR ENROLLMENT
New U.S. Boarding School Cadets
NEW US BOARDING SCHOOL CADETS
Option 1
- Initial tuition deposit of $2,000 is due with the enrollment agreement.
- Remaining tuition, room & board, and mandatory cadet fees of $41,270 due by registration.
All financial obligations must be met before cadet is allowed to check in.
Option 2
- Initial tuition deposit of $2,000 is due with the enrollment agreement.
- The fee to select this plan is $200.
- First payment – 50% of remaining tuition, room & board, and mandatory fees due by registration - $20,735
- Second payment – Remaining tuition, room & board, and mandatory fees due by December 1.
Late payment fees apply. All financial obligations must be met before cadet is allowed to check in.
Option 3
- Initial tuition deposit of $2,000 is due with the enrollment agreement.
- The fee to select this plan is $500.
- Nine payments - $4,641 due by the 30th of each month – July through March.
Late payment fees apply. All financial obligations must be met before cadet is allowed to check in.
New Day Cadets
NEW DAY SCHOOL STUDENTS
OPTION 1
- Initial tuition deposit of $2,000 is due with the enrollment agreement.
- Remaining tuition due by registration - $9220.
All financial obligations must be met before cadet is allowed to check in.
OPTION 2
- Initial tuition deposit of $2,000 is due with the enrollment agreement.
- The fee to select this payment plan is $200.
- Payment 1 - 50% of remaining tuition and mandatory fees due by registration - $4,710
- Payment 2 – Remaining tuition and mandatory fees due by December 1 - $4,710.
Late payment fees apply. All financial obligations must be met before cadet is allowed to check in.
New International Boarding Cadets
NEW INTERNATIONAL BOARDING SCHOOL STUDENTS
Option 1
- Initial tuition deposit of $2,000 is due with the enrollment agreement.
- Remaining tuition, room & board, international and mandatory fees are due by registration - $45,000.
All financial obligations must be met before cadet is allowed to check in.
Option 2
- Initial tuition deposit of $2,000 is due with the enrollment agreement.
- The fee to select this plan is $200.
- Payment 1 – 50% of remaining tuition, room & board, international and mandatory fees due at registration - $22,600.
- Payment 2 – Remaining tuition, room & board, international and mandatory fees due by December 1 - $22,600.
Late payment fees apply. All financial obligations must be met before cadet is allowed to check in.
Option 3
- Initial tuition deposit of $2,000 is due with the enrollment agreement.
- The fee to select this plan is $500.
- Nine payments of $5,056 due by the 30th of each month – July through March.
Late payment fees apply. All financial obligations must be met before cadet is allowed to check in.
NEW & RETURNING CADETS FOR MID-YEAR ENROLLMENT
U.S. Boarding School Cadets
NEW US BOARDING SCHOOL CADETS (MID-YEAR ENROLLMENT)
Option 1
- Initial tuition deposit of $2,000 is due with the enrollment agreement.
- Remaining tuition, room & board, and mandatory cadet fees of $21,555 due by registration.
All financial obligations must be met before cadet is allowed to check in.
Option 2
- Initial tuition deposit of $2,000 is due with the enrollment agreement.
- The fee to select this plan is $200.
- First payment – 50% of remaining tuition, room & board, and mandatory fees due by registration - $10,778.
- Second payment – Remaining tuition, room & board, and mandatory fees due by December 1 - $10,778.
Late payment fees apply. All financial obligations must be met before cadet is allowed to check in.
Day School Cadets
NEW DAY SCHOOL STUDENTS (MID-YEAR ENROLLMENT)
OPTION 1
- Initial tuition deposit of $2,000 due with the enrollment agreement.
- Remaining tuition and mandatory fees due by registration - $5,530.
All financial obligations must be met before cadet is allowed to check in.
OPTION 2
- Initial tuition deposit of $2,000 is due with the enrollment agreement.
- The fee to select this payment plan is $200.
- First payment – 50% of remaining tuition and mandatory fees is due by registration - $2,865.
- Remaining tuition and mandatory fees due by March 30 - $2865.
All financial obligations must be met before cadet is allowed to check in.
International Boarding School Cadets
INTERNATIONAL BOARDING SCHOOL STUDENTS (MID-YEAR ENROLLMENT)
Option 1
- Initial tuition deposit of $2,000 is due with the enrollment agreement.
- Remaining tuition, room and board, and mandatory fees are due by registration – $25,285.
All financial obligations must be met before cadet is allowed to check in.
Option 2
- Initial tuition deposit of $2,000 is due with the enrollment agreement.
- The fee to select this plan is $200.
- First payment – 50% of remaining tuition, room and board, and mandatory fees due by registration - $12,743.
- Payment 2 – Remaining tuition, room and board, and mandatory fees due by March 30 - $12,743.
Late payment fees apply. All financial obligations must be met before cadet is allowed to check in.
RETURNING STUDENTS
RETURNING CADETS FOR FULL-YEAR ENROLLMENT
- Returning U.S. Boarding School Cadets
- Returning Day Cadets
- Returning International Boarding School Cadets
Returning U.S. Boarding School Cadets
RETURNING US BOARDING SCHOOL CADETS
Option 1
- Initial tuition deposit of $2,000 is due with the enrollment agreement.
- Remaining tuition, room & board, and mandatory cadet fees of $38,703 due by registration.
All financial obligations must be met before cadet is allowed to check in.
Option 2
- Initial tuition deposit of $2,000 is due with the enrollment agreement.
- The fee to select this plan is $200.
- First payment – 50% of remaining tuition, room & board, and mandatory fees due by registration - $20,452.
- Second payment – Remaining tuition, room & board, and mandatory fees due on March 30 - $20,452.
Late payment fees apply. All financial obligations must be met before cadet is allowed to check in.
Option 3
- Initial tuition deposit of $2,000 is due with the enrollment agreement.
- The fee to select this plan is $500, and 1.5% interest will be charged each month.
- Nine equal payments of $4,356 due by the 30th of each month – July through March.
Late payment fees apply. All financial obligations must be met before cadet is allowed to check in.
We offer financial aid packages and payment plans customized to meet your family’s specific needs, in addition to grants and scholarships. We will do everything we can to help ensure young men have access to MMA's unique, transformative military school education.
Other Financial Aid Opportunities
Grants and scholarships listed below may be used in addition to need-based financial aid.
Grants & Scholarships
Leadership Grant: Up to $11,000
This grant is available to all qualified cadets who show leadership potential.
College Readiness Grant: $6,000
This grant is available to qualified cadets who possess the skills to succeed in high school and graduate from college in four years.
Boy Scout Leadership Scholarship: up to $8,000
This scholarship is awarded to new cadets with a 3.0 GPA or higher and who have exhibited good conduct and character in their previous school. Student must be a member of a Boy Scout Troop and in good standing.
NewDAY USA Foundation Grant: $15,000 (may be used in conjunction with other need-based aid)
The applicant’s parent or legal guardian must be one of the following:
- a fallen U.S. armed service member killed on active duty
- a U.S. veteran with a significant service-connected disability
- a U.S. veteran who has died due to a service-connected disability
- a member of the armed forces on extended/multiple deployments away from home
Priority is given to children whose parents or guardians have made the ultimate sacrifice, sustained significant disability, or endured significant disruption to family life due to the demands of military service.
Discount Opportunities
- Legacy Discount: 5% off tuition, provided to the descendants of grandfathers and/or fathers/stepfathers who attended
- MMA Sibling Discount: 5% off tuition if both siblings are attending MMA at the same time (each sibling will receive 5% discount)
- Parent Referral Program: $2,000 per cadet up to $4,000 (inquire for details and limitations)
- Open House Discount: $100 is waived, if all paperwork is completed and turned in at the time of open house
Special Loan Programs
The following are some low-interest and interest-free loan programs that have helped other MMA families make the gift of an education here affordable.
The Lester Gehm Memorial & Educational Fund
This program offers short-term, interest-free loans to worthy high school boys, who are citizens of the US or Canada. Worthiness is not determined by financial need alone. Other factors like personality and potential are considered too. Only one boy from each grade level is chosen. If you’re interested, please email our Admission Office or call us at (573) 581-1776 extension 321.
Third-Party Loan Programs
These loan programs help families spread payments to MMA over a longer term than our payment plans allow. Please contact them directly for current rates, fees and details.
Returning Day Cadets
RETURNING DAY SCHOOL STUDENTS
OPTION 1
- Initial tuition deposit of $2,000 is due with the enrollment agreement.
- Remaining tuition due by registration - $6,653.
All financial obligations must be met before cadet is allowed to check in.
OPTION 2
- Initial deposit of $2,000 is due with the enrollment agreement.
- The fee to select this payment plan is $200, and 1.5% interest will be charged each month.
- Payment 1 – 50% of remaining tuition and mandatory fees due by registration - $3,326.
- Payment 2 – Remaining tuition and mandatory fees due by December 1 - $3,326.
All financial obligations must be met before cadet is allowed to check in.
Returning International Boarding School Cadets
RETURNING INTERNATIONAL BOARDING SCHOOL STUDENTS
Option 1
- Initial tuition deposit of $2,000 is due with the enrollment agreement.
- The international fee is $2,500.
- Remaining tuition, room & board, international and mandatory fees are due by registration - $42,433.
All financial obligations must be met before cadet is allowed to check in.
Option 2
- Initial tuition deposit of $2,000 is due with the enrollment agreement.
- The international fee is $2,500.
- The fee to select this plan is $200.
- Payment 1 – 50% of remaining tuition, room & board, international and mandatory fees due at registration - $21,217.
- Payment 2 – Remaining tuition, room & board, international and mandatory fees due on March 30 - $21,217.
Late payment fees apply. All financial obligations must be met before cadet is allowed to check in.
Option 3
- Initial tuition deposit of $2,000 is due with the enrollment agreement.
- The international fee is $2,500.
- The fee to select this plan is $500.
- Nine equal payments of $4,770 due by the 30th of each month – July through March.
Late payment fees apply. All financial obligations must be met before cadet is allowed to check in.
A college preparatory military boarding school for boys, grades 7-12, Missouri Military Academy is dedicated to assisting families with their investment in their son's education. Since 1889, families from around the world have chosen MMA to educate and challenge their sons, preparing them for college and life, through rigorous daily schedules focused on structure and responsibility.