Admissions
Plan a Visit
Welcome Campus Visits
There’s no better way to understand Fishburne than to experience it in person. A campus visit gives families the opportunity to see daily life up close, meet the people who make this community special, and get a real sense of whether Fishburne feels like the right fit.
Come ExplorePlan Your Visit
Our Admissions team will work with you to arrange a visit that fits your schedule and interests. Visits typically include time on campus, conversations with our team, and an opportunity to see Fishburne in action.
Meet Your Admissions Contact
Mike Payne
Director of Enrollment Management
Director of Enrollment Management
Mike works closely with families throughout the admissions process and is always happy to answer questions or talk through next steps.
Mike Payne
Director of Admissions
Director of Admissions
(540) 946-7700 x107
Cell (540) 256-1868
Whether you’re early in your search or ready to take the next step, we’re happy to help you plan a visit that feels comfortable, informative, and personal.
We know visiting a school is an important step. When you come to Fishburne, you won’t just tour a campus, you’ll get a feel for the community, the structure, and the care that define life here. We look forward to welcoming you.
We know visiting a school is an important step. When you come to Fishburne, you won’t just tour a campus, you’ll get a feel for the community, the structure, and the care that define life here. We look forward to welcoming you.
Our Campus and Community Where Good Nature Comes Naturally
Fishburne’s campus sits on a small hill in the heart of Waynesboro, Virginia, surrounded by the natural beauty of the Shenandoah Valley and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Families often comment on how peaceful and welcoming the area feels, a setting that supports focus, connection, and growth.
Waynesboro’s walkable downtown features local shops, restaurants, galleries, and public art, with the warmth of a close-knit community and the cultural energy of a town proud of its roots.
Traveling by Rail
Nearby Amtrak StationsStaunton, VA
Charlottesville, VA
Traveling By Air
Local and Regional Airports
Shenandoah Valley
Charlottesville–Albemarle
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Washington Dulles International
Lodging
Discounted Lodging for Visiting Families
Fishburne families are eligible for a preferred rate at the nearby Best Western Plus.
Sunday–Thursday: $89.99
Friday–Saturday: $109.99
109 Apple Tree Lane, Waynesboro, VA 22980
Call (540) 942-1100 and ask for the Fishburne Military School rate.
Friday–Saturday: $109.99
109 Apple Tree Lane, Waynesboro, VA 22980
Call (540) 942-1100 and ask for the Fishburne Military School rate.
Our Mission
To innovate and create the military school for the twenty first century. One that redefines what it means to graduate young men with the skills to move forward wherever their lives take them with CHARACTER \ KINSHIP \ AGENCY.
Fishburne Military School has earned the US Army’s highest level of accreditation and maintained its designation as a JROTC Honor Unit With Distinction for over 40 years. We may also nominate qualified candidates to the United States Service Academies and host one of only four Summer JROTC programs in the nation, accredited by US Army Cadet Command.