Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
| What is Army ROTC? |
| Army ROTC is a college elective that teaches you the skills needed for a successful career. You'll combine classroom time with hands-on experience, and learn leadership and management skills. And because it's an elective, you can try it out for up to two years. Whatever you decide, the experience you'll gain in Army ROTC will give you the confidence you need to be a success in college and beyond. Whether you choose to pursue a career in the Army or in the corporate world, Army ROTC is "unlike any other college course you can take." |
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| What will I get from the program? |
| You will gain a
wide range of experiences while you work toward a degree. Army
ROTC is a college elective you can try out for up to two years
with no obligation. And since classes only take an average of
five hours a week, you will have plenty of time for other
courses, activities, and a social life.
Unlike traditional college programs, Army ROTC gives you a wide range of experiences while you work toward a degree. You'll combine classroom time with hands-on experience, learning skills that are sure to give you an edge over your peers when it comes time to look for a job. You see, having taken an elective like Army ROTC tells future employers that you've already learned how to handle people and solve problems. That you're goal-oriented, trained to work with a team and lead one. So, whether you're planning a career in the Army or the corporate world, Army ROTC is a smart elective course to take. Also, Army ROTC awards hundreds of scholarships a year. All scholarships are awarded on the basis of merit--like a student's academic and extracurricular achievements. So, even if you don't qualify for financial aid, you may still be eligible for an Army ROTC scholarship worth as much as $60,000. As part of Army ROTC, you'll be in the company of a diverse group of individuals with broad interests, and the academic records to prove it. And, if you're awarded an Army ROTC scholarship, you'll be among other well-rounded, active students with good grades and above-average potential. Individuals who were presidents of their student governments, captains of their varsity sports teams, club presidents, or members of the National Honor Society. |
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| What is the typical cadets day look like at NAU? |
| What's an
average Wednesday like for a freshman ROTC cadet? Here's the
answer... 6:15-8:30 Physical Training Class, shower, grab breakfast and head to class 9:10-10:10 10:30-11:20 12:00-1:00 1:00-2:00 2:30-4:00 4:00-6:00 6:00-7:00 7:00-10:30 10:30 As you can see, ROTC doesn't interfere with a normal college schedule. In fact, it enhances it. ROTC teaches skills like leadership, teamwork and time management that not only complement college life, but will help you in the real world afterward. |
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| Can ROTC help me pay for school? |
| Yes we can! To help
you finance your college years, Army ROTC awards hundreds of
scholarships, available at over 600 schools. Army ROTC scholarships
pay tuition and required fees, and can be worth as much as $60,000
or more. They're awarded on merit -- like academic achievements,
extracurricular activities, and personal interviews. Scholarship
winners receive a stipend of $200 for each academic month plus an
allowance for books and other educational items. If you're a
non-scholarship student, you can still receive the stipend and book
allowance as a contracted cadet during your last two years. If
you're selected to receive a scholarship, you will have a commitment
to the Army after completing the program. You can fulfill it by
either serving part time in the Army National Guard or Army Reserve,
or full time on active duty.
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*If you missed the scholarship opportunity in high school, there are still thousands of ROTC scholarships available on campus. |
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| Can I Enroll in ROTC While on Active Duty? |
| No. You must be enrolled in college full time to be a member of Army ROTC. There is no way to carry a full load of college work while on Active Duty. (Exception is Green to Gold-Active Duty Option) |
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| Do I get special "breaks" as a veteran? |
| Yes, you do. Most ROTC cadets first enroll in the two-year Basic Course and then in the two-year Advanced course. As a veteran, you receive credit for the Basic Course and may earn your commission by enrolling in ROTC for two academic years and completing one six-week summer camp. You must complete your baccalaureate degree before returning to Active Duty as a commissioned officer or participating as a second lieutenant in the Reserve Forces. |
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| What benefits do I earn by enrolling in Army ROTC? |
| There are many. You
will develop the combined skills which we call "officership" by
being a leader. ROTC leadership training has recognized value in the
business community-the experience will better prepare you for any
career.
There are also monetary benefits. Each month you are enrolled in the Advanced Course, you will receive an allowance of $350 to $400 per month and a book allowance of $300 at the beginning of each semester. You will also retain and receive any educational benefits you earned while on Active Duty. This is true even if you receive a ROTC scholarship. |
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| Are any scholarships available? |
| Yes! A number of
types. If you are a high school graduate and will be enrolling in
college for the first time, you may compete for a four-year
scholarship.
You may compete for an on-campus scholarship once you enroll in Army ROTC. This may be a two, three or four year ROTC scholarship or a two-year Guaranteed Reserve Forces Duty scholarship. If you have two years of Active Duty before school starts and are accepted by a college or university as either a sophomore or junior, you can compete for a two or three-year scholarship. You must have a GT score of 115 or more to be eligible for this type of award. Veterans still qualify for any VEAP/GI Bill/Army college fund earned benefits. Applicants must apply at the beginning of the fall semester. |
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| What is the age limit for commissioning through Army ROTC? |
| Non-scholarship cadets must be under 31 years of age at time of commissioning. Scholarship cadets must be under age 31 when they are commissioned. |
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| What is my military commitment once I earn my commission? |
| For scholarship recipients the commitment is 4 years of Active Duty. For cadets who merely seek a commission through ROTC, the commitment is 3 years Active Duty. All comissionees must attend their basic branch course on active duty. There is no guarantee of an Active Duty assignment. You can be guaranteed a Reserve Component assignment if you are a GRFD scholarship recipient. Other cadets state their preference for either Active Duty or Reserve Forces duty during the accessions process. |