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Overview

Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps is a college course focused on leadership training. ROTC has produced more than 500,000 Lieutenants, nearly 75% of all Army officers. The program transforms college men and women into Army officers: the most prestigious professionals who serve as leaders of one of the most respected institutions in America.

In the Basic Course, you can try Army ROTC for up to 2 years with no obligation. ROTC focuses on leadership development and includes adventure training and military skills – you’ll combine classroom time with hands on experience, learning skills that will give you an edge over your peers when it comes time to look for a job. If you decide to continue in the Advanced Course, you will be agreeing to serve your country after graduation. You can choose to be an Army Officer on full-time active duty or to serve part time in the National Guard or Army Reserve while pursuing your civilian career.

Army ROTC enhances your college degree. You will gain the confidence and discipline to succeed in your classes. You will acquire leadership and management skills from our people-oriented organization. These skills will not only benefit you during college, but they will also prepare you for a lifetime of success. You will also gain opportunities to use your abilities and talents to serve others and your country. The Moccasin Battalion will push you to be the kind of compassionate warrior-leader the world needs.

High School

If you are a current student in high school, you can start your ROTC journey by applying for an Army ROTC Scholarship as early as your junior year!

National Scholarship

The Four-Year High School Scholarship is for high school students planning on attending a four-year college program. High school students should contact their high school academic advisor or campus Recruiting Operations Officer (ROO) for more information.

Applications for a national scholarship should be initiated during the first semester of your senior year in high school. These National Scholarship boards are extremely competitive, but the rewards are more than worth it. Gaining this scholarship will significantly relieve families of the financial burden of trying to pay for college.

Requirements:

  • Be a U.S. citizen
  • Be at least 17 and under 31 in year of commissioning.
  • Have a high school GPA of at least 2.50
  • Have a high school diploma or equivalent
  • Score a minimum of 1000 on the SAT (math/verbal) or 19 on the ACT (excluding the required writing test scores)
  • Take the Army Fitness Test (AFT)
  • Meet the physical weight and height requirements.
  • Agree to accept a commission and serve in the Army on Active Duty or in a Reserve Component (Army Reserve or Army National Guard)

Commitment:

  • An eight-year service commitment with the Army.
  • Serve full time in the Army for four years and four years with the Individual Ready Reserve (IRR).
  • Selected Cadets may choose to serve part time in the Army Reserve or Army National Guard while pursuing a civilian career.

Visit the U.S. Army ROTC Scholarships page for more information or contact our recruiting officer.

Nursing Student Scholarship

Nursing students can apply for any Army ROTC scholarship. Being a nurse in the Army provides you with opportunities not found in the civilian world, including a three-week paid Nurse Summer Training Program, which introduces students to the Army Medical Department and the roles and responsibilities of an Army Nurse Corps Officer.

About to Enter College

Even if you did not get a chance to apply for a scholarship in high school, you can still participate in Army ROTC by registering for a Military Science class. You can also compete for a 2-year or 3-year scholarship!

  • Minimum qualifications to contract with our program:
    • US Citizen or Permanent Resident
    • Full-time enrolled student at FSC, SEU, or PSC.
    • Be at least 17 and under 31 in year of commissioning.
    • Take the Army Fitness Test (AFT)

A review of your grades, physical fitness level, medical history, criminal record, and dependent children.

In College

If you still have at least two full years of work left in your degree, it is not too late to join our Army ROTC program! You can even compete for a scholarship to pay for the remainder of your schooling! Depending on how far along you are, you may be required to complete additional training to commission on time with your peers. Each student has a unique situation and should contact us to get more information about the options for our accelerated program!

Green-to-Gold

If you’re currently an Enlisted Soldier on Active Duty and you want to become an Officer, the Green-to-Gold program is for you. Green-to-Gold Cadets continue receiving active duty pay and benefits while also pursuing their degrees and participating in ROTC. Green-to-Gold applicants must apply separately to FSC, SEU, or PSC, in addition to applying for the Green to Gold program. Those interested in Green to Gold should also contact the ROTC program nearest to their current installation for further guidance and instruction on navigating the Green-to-Gold Process.

More information on the Army Green to Gold Program can be found on the U.S. Army website.

Simultaneous Membership Program (SMP)

If you’re currently an Enlisted Soldier in the National Guard or Reserves and you want to become an Officer, the Simultaneous Membership Program (SMP) is for you. In the SMP, you continue drilling with your National Guard or Reserve unit while also pursuing your degree and participating in ROTC. The SMP allows you to receive tuition assistance from the National Guard or Reserve while also receiving an ROTC scholarship that you can apply towards Room and Board.

More information on the Simultaneous Membership Program is available on the Army National Guard’s “Discover Your Future” page.