Rowan College School of Engineering is a good example. Because Rowan's engineering program was totally new, with no track record and no accreditation until its first class graduates in the year 2000, the school needed a way to attract quality students. By putting on a uniform you can pick up tuition assistance before, during, or after active duty, as well as for participation in the Reserves or National Guard. And these benefits are NOT based on need. Each branch of the military, except for the Marines, has its own academy.
Military academies are highly competitive, but they're tuition free for students who are admitted.
To earn a place, you'll need to earn good grades and high SAT scores, participate in extracurricular activities, and demonstrate leadership skill and athletic excellence. Most appointments are made by U.S. senators and representatives, so you need to let your elected officials know about your desire to enter one of these academies. Scholarship recipients are expected to participate in summer training while in college and to fulfill a service commitment after college. The Army, Navy, and Marines each offer ROTC Specialized programs such as the Army ROTC Nursing program ROTC is not offered at all colleges. The Montgomery GI Bill provides financial support for people pursuing a college education after they have completed their military service.