You’ll find inspiration at Monterey Bay Academy.

With an exceptional campus located on the shores of the Pacific Ocean, a challenging academic curriculum and a diverse student body from all over California, the United States and the World — Monterey Bay Academy is the perfect place to grow academically, socially and spiritually.

The school sits on 379 acres of oceanfront property with a half-mile of beach for students to enjoy within a safe, gated community. The campus is approximately one hour from San Francisco and Silicon Valley. It’s also only 15 minutes from world-famous Santa Cruz where students explore picturesque beaches, surf spots, and the historic Beach Boardwalk.

A relationship with God is of the utmost importance.

A relationship with God is of the utmost importance to us, because we believe wholeness is an experience of the mind, body, and spirit. Weekly worship services allow students the opportunity to express themselves in a positive spiritual manner while in a safe and accepting environment. We offer outstanding religious classes in which our students learn to explore their faith, develop foundational truths, and experience a deeper understanding of God. We foster this growth by empowering our students to lead out in programming, music, community service, mission trips, and on-campus church gatherings.

Monterey Bay Academy is committed to excellence in communicating Jesus Christ while teaching young people to balance academics with everyday living clearly and practically, so they will be equipped to grow in wisdom, integrity, and service.

From Marine Biology to Aviation, you’ll find something to spark your passion.

Monterey Bay Academy’s location on the shores of the Pacific Ocean offers many unique electives to students that few schools can.

Marine Biology

Students have a “come alive” ocean experience in the classroom when working with an 800-gallon saltwater aquarium and actual marine life in the wet labs of the Marine Biology classroom. Students receive hands-on learning with whale watching trips in the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, collecting specimens from tide pools, and visiting the renowned Monterey Bay Aquarium and the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute. Students learn while kayaking up the Elkhorn Slough, scuba diving in the kelp forests, and studying sea life from our very own shoreline.

Aviation

With a private airport on campus, students can participate in Aviation Ground School and learn the science behind flight. Students observe flights, touch-and-go landings, takeoffs, and grass runway landings. If there is a desire to take flight lessons, MBA will connect students with local instructors to help make their flight dreams a reality.

EMT | EMR

The pre-paramedic courses, Emergency Medical Technician and Emergency Medical Responder, are excellent electives for students desiring to work in the medical field. Students receive certification in first aid and CPR. They also learn valuable life-saving skills. Their ambulance ride along is the highlight of the class and an invaluable opportunity to see real-life medical scenarios.

SCUBA

Students who want to experience an unparalleled adventure and see the world beneath the waves have the opportunity to take SCUBA classes on campus. Students learn safety and essential skills while earning their PADI certification in the MBA pool and take breathtaking dives off the coast of Monterey Bay.

You’ll find extraordinary academic options.

academic excellence since 1949

Monterey Bay Academy has been providing academic excellence since 1949. Over 6,500 students have graduated and been accepted to excellent universities. Many of our students have distinguished themselves with careers in a variety of fields while positively impacting the world around them. We hope that you will become a part of this tradition.

The school is a member of the global network of Seventh-day Adventist schools, which includes more than 5,000 educational facilities. MBA is a co-educational high school for both boarding and day students. Highly qualified and dedicated faculty invest in students both inside and outside of the classroom. Our small class sizes create excellent opportunities for one on one time with teachers. All of the classes
 are college preparatory, and the academic offerings are based on the entrance requirements set forth by the University of California.

program highlights

• 16 to 1 student to teacher ratio

• 100% graduation rate

• Over 96% of our students gain acceptance at a four-year college

Advanced Placement Classes

MBA offers a well structured college preparatory curriculum with on-campus Advanced Placement Classes:

• AP United States History

• AP Calculus

• AP English Literature & Composition

MBA offers all the ingredients for success.

Alumni Job Placements

• Apple

• Disney Animation

• Goldman Sachs

• United Nations

• Microsoft

• Presidential Advisor

• MIT Professor

• President of Pacific Union College

University Acceptances

• Andrews University

• Baylor University

• Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising

• La Sierra University

• Miami University

• Mount Holyoke College

• Pepperdine University

• Pacific Union College

• Rutgers University

• San Francisco State University

• Southern Adventist University

• University of California, Davis

• University of California, Irvine

• University of California, Riverside

• University of California, Santa Barbara

• University of California, Santa Cruz

• University of Connecticut

• University of Illinois

• University of North Carolina

• University of Washington

• Virginia Tech

• Walla Walla University

You’ll have fun at MBA.

Athletics

Monterey Bay Academy values the whole person. Because of this, we believe that wellness is essential for each student. MBA offers a wide variety of varsity and intramural sports. Students stay active throughout the year with our expansive on-campus facilities including a large gymnasium; three athletic fields; a tennis court; an outdoor pool; floor hockey rink; and a beautiful sandy beachfront for running, surfing, and boogie boarding.

Team Sports

• Flag Football

• Basketball

• Volleyball

• Soccer

• Softball

Art matters to you and it matters to us.

Monterey Bay Academy has a long history of excellence in the arts. Oceanaires and Westwinds, the advanced touring choral and band, have performed for audiences all over California, the United States, and the world. The beginning choir, band, and handbell choir provide a wide range of options for aspiring musicians.

Art, photography, and drama are also offered for those interested in performance art or creating original art. Private lessons are available for those who desire to develop their talents.

You’ll make life-long friendships.

The on-campus dormitories allow students from all over the country and the world to attend school in a safe and secure environment. Students will develop lifelong friendships, create lasting memories, and become more independent.

The dormitories have a Christian family-like environment where students can study, relax, and enjoy recreational time with friends. Students can participate in dorm club activities and daily worship experiences.

The dormitories are equipped with furnished rooms, laundry facilities, kitchens, lounges, recreational rooms, Wi-Fi, and exercise facilities. Each dormitory is supervised by three full-time deans. Students have supervised evening study halls and access to academic tutoring. Boarding students are provided with three healthy, delicious, vegetarian meals daily in our cafeteria.

Apply now.

We are looking for bright, positive students who are excited about learning in a Christ-centered environment. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply to MBA. Admittance is based on past academic and social performance, academic credentials, and personal recommendations.

Contact us at (831) 728-1481 to schedule a tour.