To become a ROTC ranger, cadets must undergo a grueling semester of candidacy, where their physical and mental capability are stretched to the limit. A high PT test score must be obtained, and candidates must learn various skills, including patrolling, ambush, grenade throwing, ruck marches, weapons proficiency, and more.
Rangers also have their own special training, which includes extra exercises and urban warfare.
Upon completion of the requirements, they are inducted as ROTC rangers. ROTC rangers are allowed to distinctive black berets or black patrol caps instead of the standard BDU cap. This year's Ranger Challenge is hosted by Princeton University and was held October 18-20th at Fort Dix, New Jersey. Congratulations to this years winners, the University of Pittsburgh, VFMC, and Lehigh Univ.