The ROTC experience is a character builder that strengthens self-discipline, courage, integrity and physical stamina. The skill you develop for successful command are the same skills you'll need for success in the corporate world. ROTC programs produce more than 70 percent of the newly commissioned lieutenants entering the active Army each year. Stephen F. Austin State University Army ROTC commissions cadets in all , Branches of the U. S. Army, including Infantry, Armor, Army Nurse Corps, and Military Police.
Many students delay active duty until completion of law, medical or graduate programs.
Those students who do not want to serve on active duty may be guaranteed Reserve or National Guard duty. The Four Year Program Army ROTC has open enrollment for all SFA freshman and sophomores. The four-year Army ROTC program is divides into two parts called the basic course and the advanced course. The basic course is usually taken during the first two years of college and is offered with no military obligation on your part. It covers subjects such as leadership development, military history and the customs and traditions of the service.