College Placement

Cadets celebrate receiving their high school diplomas at Fork Union Military Academy's Class of 2023 graduation ceremony in June 2023.

Mission Statement

The mission of the College Placement and Academic Services team at Fork Union Military Academy is to empower and support our cadets in achieving their academic, personal, and career aspirations. Our aim is to inspire our cadets to explore their potential, pursue their passions, and successfully navigate the path to higher education, fulfilling careers, and meaningful contributions to society.

We invite you to review this list of colleges and universities to which our cadets have been accepted in the past five years.

A representative from Shenandoah University visits with cadets on the Fork Union campus.A representative from Shenandoah University visits with cadets on the Fork Union campus.
A cadet is accepted to Shenandoah University during a visit by school representatives to the Fork Union campus.A cadet is accepted to Shenandoah University during a visit by school representatives to the Fork Union campus.
Cadets visit the Luck Stone quarry for a shadow day.Cadets visit the Luck Stone quarry for a shadow day.
US Air Force Academy and US Air Force ROTC representatives meet with interested cadets on the Fork Union campus.US Air Force Academy and US Air Force ROTC representatives meet with interested cadets on the Fork Union campus.
Cadets learn from Luck Stone employees during an occupational shadow day.Cadets learn from Luck Stone employees during an occupational shadow day.
Employees of Luck Stone share with Fork Union cadets on a career shadow day visit to the quarry.Employees of Luck Stone share with Fork Union cadets on a career shadow day visit to the quarry.
Cadets celebrate receiving their high school diplomas at Fork Union Military Academy's Class of 2023 graduation ceremony in June 2023.Cadets celebrate receiving their high school diplomas at Fork Union Military Academy's Class of 2023 graduation ceremony in June 2023.
Cadets enjoyed dinner with Fork Union alumni currently attending The Citadel.Cadets enjoyed dinner with Fork Union alumni currently attending The Citadel.
A shadow day at Luck Stone gives cadets insights into career opportunities.A shadow day at Luck Stone gives cadets insights into career opportunities.
A celebratory breakfast for senior during the Christmas holiday season.A celebratory breakfast for senior during the Christmas holiday season.
Cadets enjoyed dinner with Fork Union alumni currently attending The Citadel.Cadets enjoyed dinner with Fork Union alumni currently attending The Citadel.
A representative from Christopher Newport University visits with cadets on the Fork Union campus.A representative from Christopher Newport University visits with cadets on the Fork Union campus.
An ROTC representative from the University of Virginia meets with an interested cadet on the Fork Union campus.An ROTC representative from the University of Virginia meets with an interested cadet on the Fork Union campus.
Cadets visit with military recruiters at an on-campus event to learn more about military service.Cadets visit with military recruiters at an on-campus event to learn more about military service.
Seniors gather for a celebratory breakfast prior to Christmas Leave.Seniors gather for a celebratory breakfast prior to Christmas Leave.
Cadets learn more about Luck Stone during a shadow day visit to learn about career opportunities.Cadets learn more about Luck Stone during a shadow day visit to learn about career opportunities.
Cadets learn more about Luck Stone during a shadow day visit to learn about career opportunities.Cadets learn more about Luck Stone during a shadow day visit to learn about career opportunities.
Cadets meet with a University of Virginia ROTC representative on the Fork Union campus.Cadets meet with a University of Virginia ROTC representative on the Fork Union campus.
Cadets meet with a University of Virginia ROTC representative on the Fork Union campus.Cadets meet with a University of Virginia ROTC representative on the Fork Union campus.
Cadets celebrate receiving their high school diplomas at Fork Union Military Academy's Class of 2023 graduation ceremony in June 2023.Cadets celebrate receiving their high school diplomas at Fork Union Military Academy's Class of 2023 graduation ceremony in June 2023.
Cadets enjoy a visit to Luck Stone on a shadow day visit.Cadets enjoy a visit to Luck Stone on a shadow day visit.
US Air Force representatives meet with cadets during a military recruiters event on the Fork Union campus.US Air Force representatives meet with cadets during a military recruiters event on the Fork Union campus.
Cadets learn more about career opportunities during a shadow day visit to Luck Stone.Cadets learn more about career opportunities during a shadow day visit to Luck Stone.
Cadets learn more about career opportunities during a shadow day visit to Luck Stone.Cadets learn more about career opportunities during a shadow day visit to Luck Stone.
Cadets celebrate receiving their high school diplomas at Fork Union Military Academy's Class of 2023 graduation ceremony in June 2023.Cadets celebrate receiving their high school diplomas at Fork Union Military Academy's Class of 2023 graduation ceremony in June 2023.
A representative of the University of Lynchburg offered immediate direct admission to Fork Union cadets on a visit to the FUMA campus.A representative of the University of Lynchburg offered immediate direct admission to Fork Union cadets on a visit to the FUMA campus.
Cadets visit the Luck Stone quarry for a shadow day.Cadets visit the Luck Stone quarry for a shadow day.
Cadet Moring swears into the US Coast Guard at a special event on the Fork Union campus.Cadet Moring swears into the US Coast Guard at a special event on the Fork Union campus.
Cadets enjoy a college visit to the University of Virginia on a beautiful day.Cadets enjoy a college visit to the University of Virginia on a beautiful day.
Cadets check out operations at the Luck Stone quarry during a careers shadow day visit.Cadets check out operations at the Luck Stone quarry during a careers shadow day visit.
Cadets learn more about service in the US Coast Guard during a military recruiters event on the Fork Union campus.Cadets learn more about service in the US Coast Guard during a military recruiters event on the Fork Union campus.
A representative from Shenandoah University offers direct admission to a cadet during a visit to the Fork Union campus.A representative from Shenandoah University offers direct admission to a cadet during a visit to the Fork Union campus.
Cadets learn more about the University of Virginia during a campus visit.Cadets learn more about the University of Virginia during a campus visit.
Cadets from Fork Union have dinner with cadets from The Citadel, including Fork Union alumni attending The Citadel.Cadets from Fork Union have dinner with cadets from The Citadel, including Fork Union alumni attending The Citadel.
Cadets gather to learn more about the US Coast Guard as representatives make a visit to the Fork Union campus.Cadets gather to learn more about the US Coast Guard as representatives make a visit to the Fork Union campus.
A representative of the US Army shares information with cadets on a recent campus visit.A representative of the US Army shares information with cadets on a recent campus visit.
Cadets learn about Longwood University as a representative visits the Fork Union campus.Cadets learn about Longwood University as a representative visits the Fork Union campus.
Cadets tour the University of Virginia during a college visit day.Cadets tour the University of Virginia during a college visit day.
Cadets celebrate receiving their high school diplomas at Fork Union Military Academy's Class of 2023 graduation ceremony in June 2023.Cadets celebrate receiving their high school diplomas at Fork Union Military Academy's Class of 2023 graduation ceremony in June 2023.
A representative of Longwood University shares information with cadets on a visit to the FUMA campus.A representative of Longwood University shares information with cadets on a visit to the FUMA campus.
Representatives from Virginia Military Institute visit with interested cadets during a visit to the Fork Union campus.Representatives from Virginia Military Institute visit with interested cadets during a visit to the Fork Union campus.
Cadets visit the Luck Stone quarry for a shadow day.Cadets visit the Luck Stone quarry for a shadow day.
Cadets from The Citadel and Fork Union share a dinner while cadets learn more about the historic school.Cadets from The Citadel and Fork Union share a dinner while cadets learn more about the historic school.
Cadets celebrate receiving their high school diplomas at Fork Union Military Academy's Class of 2023 graduation ceremony in June 2023.

7th & 8th Grades

Beginning in the 7th and 8th grades, our counselors emphasize effective study skills and work with our cadets to develop habits that will encourage their academic success. Plans of study are developed to help our younger cadets begin to see how their course selections can open up opportunities for them. The counselors present college options and encourage our cadets to consider their interests as possible career paths.

9th & 10th Grades

During their 9th and 10th grade years, cadets are encouraged to continue to explore their interests and strengths, with a focus on developing short-term and long-term goals on a path toward academic success. A challenging course load, including Honor classes, is encouraged to provide our cadets the foundation necessary on which to build a successful college experience. All of our 9th and 10th graders take the PSAT in preparation for the crucial standardized testing that takes place during their junior year.

11th & 12th Grades & Postgraduates

Our counselors work closely with 11th grade, 12th grade, and post-graduate cadets throughout the year and during the college application process. Cadets are encouraged to register and take both the SAT and ACT and enroll in Honor courses, Advanced Placement, and/or Dual-Enrollment College courses. The counselors and other support staff work closely with seniors and postgraduates in assisting with the actual application process with the goal of college acceptance for every cadet who desires to pursue post-secondary education.

For our postgraduate student-athletes hoping to pursue athletics at the college level, our coaches work with our Academic Department and our Department of College Placement and Academic Services to help schedule classes that will be compatible with maintaining their NCAA eligibility and help prepare them for the academic rigor required of successful student-athletes at the college level.

Senior Seminar

In terms 1 and 2, our 12th-grade cadets take part in a Senior Seminar course designed to help our cadets achieve their post-secondary education and career goals. The course will include SAT and ACT preparation, college application assistance, essay preparation, and continuous individual counseling.
Students will receive academic credit for the completion of this course. The main goals of the Senior Seminar are to:

1. Allow students time to express their individual goals to senior advisors.

2. Improve ACT and SAT tests scores through test preparation.

3. Enable our 12th-grade cadets to write an effective college application essay.

4. Enable our cadets to better navigate the college application process.

5. Provide relevant advice to those cadets seeking military service or immediate employment
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