More than 20,000 boys have walked through Hargrave’s doors since 1909. What brings families to a military academy? The decision comes from recognizing potential not yet realized. We believe there is a leader in every boy.
The Questions Parents Ask
Families considering Hargrave ask three essential questions. Will my son be known? With our 11:1 student-teacher ratio and classes averaging 12 students, every cadet is seen, known, and supported. Will structure help him succeed? Our military model provides structure that yields independence and creativity. Will he be prepared for college? The results speak for themselves: 100% college acceptance for over a decade, $4 million+ in scholarships awarded annually, and 395 acceptances to over 200 colleges in the past three years.
Not Reform Schools, But Opportunity
Military schools aren’t reform schools. Hargrave serves adventurous boys who seek challenges and need structure to excel. As Rob Bartenstein, Class of 1987, shared: “HMA taught me self-reliance, how to study, focus and win, and discipline—how to lead and how to follow.”
A current Texas A&M student gave Hargrave 5 stars, noting: “The school is unwavering when it comes to meeting their mission statement. The faculty and staff are deeply invested, and it is clear.”
Real Transformation Stories
Another family’s son was smart but struggling academically. The mandatory study halls, How to Study program, and Individual Instruction Time transformed his performance from C’s and B’s to the Dean’s List at a top university with a merit scholarship.
The Four Pillars Foundation
Hargrave’s approach centers on Four Pillars: Academics (rigorous college prep), Character (monthly focus through Character Across Campus), Faith (inclusive and supportive), and Athletics (all cadets participate in 14 varsity sports).
Brotherhood That Lasts
The bonds formed through shared challenges, mutual respect, and common values create friendships that last lifetimes. Young men don’t just attend Hargrave—they become part of a brotherhood that supports them long after graduation.
Schedule a tour to meet faculty and talk with cadets. Contact us at 866-994-4582 or admissions@hargrave.edu.
