At Riverside Prep, we help young men become the very best versions of themselves. 


As a military- model boarding school, we are in the unique position to offer an experience that goes well beyond a traditional, everyday education. Our environment is structured and disciplined, academics are rigorous and diverse, athletics are engaging and challenging, and timeless values are incorporated into every aspect of the experience. 


Boys who attend Riverside are taught how to be brothers, scholars, athletes, and leaders — they’re taught how to be men of the very highest character. 

RIVERSIDE PREP AT A GLANCE

12 Students

35 Athletic Teams

per class (average)

and 13 varsity sports

70% of Families

receive financial aid

100%

80% of our Faculty

Graduation Rate

with advanced degrees

206 Acre Campus

Expansive Fine Arts


$3 Million+

offerings including band, visual arts, and video production

Scholarships Offered to our Graduates

14% International Students

from 12 different countries

CAMPUS LIFE

AN ENVIRONMENT BUILT FOR BOYS

Boys don’t simply attend Riverside — they live it. 


Nestled in the foothills of Blue Ridge Mountains just one hour from Atlanta, our 206-acre campus has been developing moral, disciplined, and insightful young men since 1907. 


Every day, students engage in a lifestyle that has been intentionally built to boost their abilities and prospects, whether they’re pushing their knowledge to new heights in one of our specialty programs, expressing themselves through music, have dreams of joining our Nationally-ranked Raiders team, or preparing for a culture in the military. 


It all exists within an environment built just for boys. 


Structure and discipline are key to life at Riverside. Through them, boys develop strong, productive, and healthy habits that will serve them well in college and in life. They learn how to push themselves and what it means to support those around them. 


From the moment the sun rises to the minute it sets, Riverside boys are being prepared for success. 

Academics at Riverside may be challenging, but the rewards are so much greater.


Boys are taught from a curriculum that has been designed specifically for their learning style. It features everything from AP courses to specialty programs, such as cybersecurity, aerospace engineering, civil air patrol, and more. 


It’s a top-tier education that boosts boys’ prospects and preps them for excellence. 


Middle School | Grades 6 to 8

Lessons are focused, experiential, and uniquely crafted for boys at this stage in their development. Every course is designed to prepare students for the rigor of Riverside’s college prep program as well as the fundamentals of military-style leadership.

High School | Grades 9 to 12

Every great success is the result of effort. Our high school pushes boys to break through their perceived limits, getting them ready for their next chapter — whether that’s college or university, a career in the military, or their own personal adventure. 

experience riverside firsthand

You and your son’s journey begins here.  


Attending an admissions event at Riverside gives you an in-depth look at how our top-tier academics, structured environment, and commitment to timeless values helps boys become the men they’re meant to be. 


Choose from multiple experiences that each show you what life is really like for boys at Riverside, like our Eagle For A Day program, Campus Tours, and Open Houses. 


In addition to seeing our beautiful campus, meeting cadets, current parents, and your son’s future mentors, attending an admissions event will waive your $100 application fee.

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Eagle For A Day

Open House

Campus Tour

Join us for a full or half-day experience that will show first-hand what life is like at Riverside.


One of our current students will be a guide for the day. Students will have the opportunity to have lunch in the dining hall, attend classes, and see after-school sports and activities. 

This half-day experience includes a guided tour of our beautiful 206-acre campus followed by a Parent Question and Answer Session. Prospective students will have the opportunity to meet with current cadets as well as attend a separate information session. A school fair will be open so you can speak to faculty and athletic coaches.

During a campus tour, you will see our facilities, meet faculty and staff, and see the benefits of cadet camaraderie in a structured environment.


To schedule a visit, call 1-877-692-2338 or email apply@riversideprep.org.


Riverside is the best investment for my son's future.”


- Current Parent

Our son is in his second year at the University of South Carolina and is an active member of the KA Fraternity. To say Riverside prepared him for this path, and to live his best life, is an understatement.”


- Eleanor Burke, Former Parent

The best decision for our son -- discipline, leadership, and camaraderie. A great recommendation was made to me by other families who had great experiences. Thank you, Riverside.”


- Nazira Miguel

My cadet just finished his first semester of Russian in a class where he's the only non-native speaker. He's actually learning the language and has the incredible opportunity to practice with native speakers. We appreciate the cultural diversity Riverside provides.”


- Nicole Baker

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Riverside Preparatory Academy is a private boarding school using the military model of education for boys in grades 6-12.

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