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Tuition, Room & Board for 2008-2009
Upper School & Middle School Boarding Students
The Board of Trustees has announced that the comprehensive fee for Upper School Boarding Students in the 2008-2009 school year, will be $29,700.
The comprehensive fee of $29,700 is the sum of the following enrollment costs:
Tuition and Academic Fees |
$18,100.00 |
Room and Board |
$ 8,330.00 |
Uniforms (for new cadets) - Estimated Costs
Uniform cost for returning cadets is usually lower. |
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Comprehensive Fee |
$29,700.00 |
For students entering after the academic year has begun, ask about our schedule for Mid-year enrollment tuition.
This fee will fully fund the following educational, residential, and personal enrollment benefits:
Academic
Instruction
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Expert college-preparatory academic instruction provided by the Academy's experienced faculty. All textbooks are included.
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Residential
Facilities
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Residence in a climate-controlled dormitory, where rooms contain sinks (in Upper School barracks), are cable television ready, and are network capable for students possessing laptop computers. All bed linens are provided.
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| Meals |
A comprehensive meal plan which includes three daily "all-you-choose-to-eat" meals in the Academy dining hall. Fresh fruits, vegetables, and grains are standard at all meals.
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Infirmary
Care
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24-hour access to the team of medical professionals who staff the Academy Infirmary.
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College Prep
Counseling
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Ongoing college-preparatory counseling in all grades, provided by the Academy's Guidance Officers.
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Internet &
E-Mail Access
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Personalized email and internet user accounts, along with access to numerous computer labs.
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| Library |
Unlimited access to the Academy's library, containing more than 21,000 volumes.
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Clothing
Laundry
Service
Dry
Cleaning
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A full issuance of high-quality military uniform items, including daily wear, formal wear, inclement weather gear, coats hats and gloves, blankets, military insignia, foot locker, laundry necessities, shoes and boots, and other accessories. If kept in good condition, these items may be used during subsequent enrollment years. Dry cleaning of uniform items is included.
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Athletic
Uniforms
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A complete supply of athletic and recreation uniforms, including multiple t-shirts, shorts, and sweats. Laundering of these items is included.
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Athletic &
Recreational
Facilities
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Supervised access to the Academy's superb athletic and recreation facilities, including indoor and outdoor running tracks, racquetball and squash courts, an indoor pool, an indoor batting cage, an indoor shooting range, lighted tennis courts, indoor and outdoor basketball courts, collegiate weight room, paintball course, multiple outdoor athletic and recreation fields, fishing pond, and more.
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Clubs &
Extracurricular
Activities
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Optional participation in clubs, extra-curricular activities, and enriching off-campus excursions.
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Special
Events
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Inclusion in special events on campus, such as professional concerts, professional athletic events, guest lectures, and recreational opportunities like laser tag and rock climbing.
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| Publications |
Free copies of campus publications, newspapers, and yearbooks.
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| Insurance |
Supplemental group accident and injury insurance to supplement your family insurance.
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Tuition Assistance Program
The Academy strives to make the FUMA experience affordable for each family. Accordingly, we offer multiple payment plan options. Tuition assistance is available for qualified applicants. In order to be considered for tuition assistance, an application must be submitted at https://www.factstuitionaid.com/FACTS/gaapp .
Specific tuition assistance questions may be directed to Lt. Colonel Todd Giszack at 434.842.4321.
Educational Loans
Many families have found educational loans to enable them to fund the FUMA experience. Loan information may be found at:
http://www.forkunion.com/admissions/education_loans.html
Not included with payment for tuition, room and board:
-Academic materials and supplies other than issued textbooks
-Travel Expenses - Parents should budget for trips home on "major leaves" as well as weekend leaves.
-Purchases at the Sabre Shop or Cadet Store - Snacks, supplies for personal hygiene and room cleaning.
-Primary Medical/Health Insurance - A cadet may not enroll without medical insurance. Student insurance may be purchased from FUMA's insurance carrier. Please call the Infirmary Staff at 434-842-4310 for details.
-Allowance Accounts
The Academy reserves the right to increase the charges for room and board upon proper notice to parents.
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