Joining Army ROTC Curriculum
How you join the Army ROTC depends on your your personal situation. You can get started enrolling while you are still in high school, are currently attending college, or if you are an enlisted army soldier.
High School Seniors
If you're still in high school and you're interested in joining Army ROTC, you can find schools that carry an Army ROTC program or talk to your academic advisor.
Many universities and colleges in the country offer Army ROTC. Search ROTC programs and contact that school's Military Science department for more information on their particular program.
Current College Students
If you're interested in joining Army ROTC and you are in college, you can start by taking an Army ROTC basic elective course.
If you have at least two or more years remaining toward your undergraduate degree, but not enough time to complete the Basic Course, you can enter the Army ROTC Advanced Course by completing the Leader's Training Course held at Fort Knox, Kentucky, during the summer.
Talk to your campus Military Science department about other ways to join Army ROTC and incentives available, including opportunities to compete for two-, three-, or four-year scholarships.
Enlisted Army Servicemembers
If you are an enlisted Soldier in the Army and interested in becoming an Officer, find out more about the Army’s Green to Gold program.
Serve While You Learn
The Simultaneous Membership Program allows you to attend Army ROTC and serve in the U.S. Army Reserve or Army National Guard at the same time. It gives you an opportunity for additional training and experience. Cadets serve as Officer trainees in the Reserve or National Guard while completing college. You can earn Reserve/Guard pay and benefits in addition to your Army ROTC allowances.
Army ROTC Related Topics
- Army ROTC Overview
- Joining Army ROTC
- Army ROTC Programs and Scholarships
- Army ROTC Nurse Program
- Enlisted Army ROTC Opportunities
- Army ROTC Curriculum
- Army Officer Profiles
- Army Career Paths
- Officer Service Obligation
