Wentworth Military Academy

Wentworth Military Academy was established in 1880 as Hobson’s Select School for Boys. A year later it came to be known as Wentworth Male Academy. In 1890 the academy came to be known by its present name. Now the academy prepares both young men and women for a professional life. It is situated in Lexington, Missouri.

Wentworth Military Academy's recent enrollments have been more than 1000 students at the undergraduate level. The campus covers an area of 137 acres. Wentworth Military Academy offers two-year and four-year programs for becoming an officer in the army. Before joining the four-year scholarship program, students have to attain an associate’s degree in arts or science and the first two years commissioning program.

Students at Wentworth Military Academy take part in various extra-curricular activities and sports. Some of the students clubs at the college include Corps of Cadets, Honor Guard and Marching Band. Students are also involved in community service.

Wentworth Military Academy Highlights

Where Wentworth Military Academy stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

• Many students concentrating in liberal arts.
• Large number of students.
• Number of dorm rooms for students.

Other important characteristics:

• Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
• Library on-campus
• Campus housing available
• Student meal (board) plan
• Weekend study option
• Part-time classes available
• ROTC

Degrees Awarded (in 2007)

Students

The student enrollment at Wentworth Military Academy was 1,139 in 2007 (748 full-time equivalent).

Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students.

Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.

Tuition and Other Costs

Financial Aid: Wentworth Military Academy participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

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Faculty

Tenure (2007):

Housing and Meals

Wentworth Military Academy provides on-campus housing for 300 of its 748 (full-time) students (as of 2007).

Students may purchase a meal plan which includes 21 meals weekly.