Programs also exist for those interested in becoming a Navy Doctor or Dentist. Navy Nurse Corps Option - For students interested in a pursuing a bachelor of science in nursing, a Nurse Option program is available. Upon graduation, Nurse Option midshipmen are commissioned as Ensigns in the Navy Nurse Corps. Marine option midshipmen will be commissioned as Second Lieutenants in the United States Marine Corps upon graduation. Program Requirements Academic Requirements - Midshipmen must meet several academic requirements above and beyond that required for their selected major.
Academic requirements differ between the different programs and program options.
Naval Science Classes - Midshipmen are required to take Naval Science courses dealing with a variety of different subjects related to the Navy or Marine Corps. All Navy option midshipmen are required to take math and science courses. College Program midshipmen are required to take two semesters of math and two semesters of physical science. Both Scholarship and College Program Navy option midshipmen are also required to take one class in Computer Science. The PRT consists of situps, pushups, and a 1.5 mile run or 500 yard swim.