A detailed description of the available financial benefits and scholarships can be found in the appropriate sections in the general introduction to the Military Officer Education Programs. Each year the Navy awards four year scholarships for study at the University of Michigan to approximately 30 students chosen on the basis of selections made by a national committee which convenes weekly November through March. The two-year scholarship covers the final two years of college. The scholarships are awarded to students who have displayed exceptional academic potential. Criteria for eligibility vary between the several programs offered.
Details are available from the program chairman.
Course of Study. In addition, all students are required to elect a specific core of college courses including calculus and physics. Depending upon the program in which they are enrolled, and the specialty they choose, graduates' service obligation vary from four to eight years. Introduction to Naval Science. Seapower and Maritime Affairs.