And regardless of whether you're a scholarship winner or not, all ROTC books, supplies and equipment are furnished at not cost to you. A. Scholarships are awarded once a year. Students apply by November 15 and selections are made continuously thru May 15. Four-year scholarship applications must be requested between March 1 and November 1. In college and after graduation, cadets find that the training and experience that they have received are assets - whether pursuing an Army or civilian career.
Employers place high regard on the management and leadership skills that ROTC instructors stress.
Plus, ROTC looks great on a resume. When cadets complete the ROTC course, upon graduation, they become commissioned officers in the U.S. Army. The commitment ROTC requires from the individual increases each year. Freshmen year it is very easy and simple. But again exceptions can and will be made when you are involved in athletics.