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As 2025 draws to a close, we invite you to reflect on the achievements and milestones of the past year at Missouri Military Academy (MMA). From academic distinction and competitive excellence to meaningful partnerships and historic moments, our cadets and community continued to move the Academy forward. Join us as we celebrate and look back at some of the top stories that defined this year.
Missouri Military Academy’s 136th Graduating Class Celebrates Commencement, Offered $15+ Million in Scholarships
MMA graduated 49 seniors on May 17, 2025, achieving a 100% college acceptance rate and more than $15 million in scholarship offers . Notable accomplishments include appointments to the U.S. Military Academy at West Point and the U.S. Air Force Preparatory School, along with multiple Army ROTC scholarships. – May 2025
Niche Ranks Missouri Military Academy Among 2026 Best Private Schools in America
Missouri Military Academy earned an A+ rating in Niche’s 2026 Best Schools rankings and was named the #2 Best All-Boys High School in Missouri—marking the sixth consecutive year MMA has earned top-tier recognition. – October 2025
First Place in Inspection! Fusileers Earn National Honors at Rocky Mountain Drill Competition
The MMA Armed Fusileer Drill Team earned first place in Inspection, second in Armed Exhibition and second overall in the Armed Division at the Rocky Mountain National Drill Competition. Read more details here. – April 2025
JROTC Cyber Program Cadets Continue to Excel
- MMA Cyber Cadets Dominate Fourth Consecutive Cyber CTF – May 2025
- Four Cadets Awarded Elite AI Scholarships – September 2025
Cadets Earn Notable Academic Achievements
- MMA Cadets Nationally Recognized for Academic Excellence by the College Board – October 2025
- Three MMA Cadets Earn Top Honors in Local VFW Patriot’s Pen Essay Contest – November 2025
Outstanding Cadet Athletes at District, State and Sectionals
MMA cadets delivered standout performances across multiple sports in 2025, earning honors at the district, state and national levels.
- Sophomore Cadet Trey Burle Caps Record-Breaking Season with Two Top-15 Finishes at State – November 2025
- Colonel Runners Represent MMA at State Championships – November 2025
- MMA Rifle Team Ranks 14th Nationally after Pardini Air Nationals Qualifier – December 2025
- MMA Cadets Earn Class 2 District 4 All-District Soccer Honors – Fall 2025
Missouri Military Academy Cadets Earn Top Honors at 2025 National Military School Band & Choir Festival
MMA cadets earned multiple first-place awards and two of the four gold medals presented at the National Military School Band & Choir Festival in Carlsbad, California. See more details here. – February 2025
Missouri Military Academy and Arthur Center Community Health Partner to Support Cadet Wellness
Missouri Military Academy (MMA) and Arthur Center Community Health have entered into a new partnership aimed at strengthening health and wellness services for cadets. – October 2025
Generous Donations Further Propel the Academy’s Mission
Trustee Chris Gentry ’88 has launched a year-end giving challenge to enhance MMA’s equestrian facilities and support the new Equine-Assisted Therapy Program. – December 2025
The Kemper Military School & College Alumni Association (KMSAA) has gifted MMA $50,000 to support campus preservation and cadet life. – August 2025
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