Army ROTC FAQs
Army ROTC classes are college elective courses that focus on leadership and management skills. The ROTC program consists of the Basic Course and the Advanced Course. The Basic Course classes are taken by freshman and sophomore students and provide college students the opportunity to learn about and experience adventure training without incurring any military obligation.
The Advanced Course prepares upperclassmen for commissioning as officers in the U.S. Army. Once Cadets complete the requirements for a bachelor鈥檚 or graduate degree and the ROTC program, they are commissioned as Second Lieutenants.
Enrollment
How do I apply for entrance into Army ROTC?
Any student who has been accepted to South Dakota State University (成人视频) may enroll in Army ROTC as long as they participate in all required Army ROTC activities. Army ROTC scholarship applicants will be interviewed and will receive confirmation from the professor of military science that they have indeed been accepted to the Army ROTC program. Non-scholarship students need to simply register for the MSL 100 or 200 level class. As long as a cadet meets standards they may remain in the Army ROTC program to pursue a commission.
How do I set up a visit to the Army ROTC Program?
Contact the Army ROTC Enrollment officer at 605-688-6151. Appointments are available Monday through Friday from 0900-1700. When visiting South Dakota State University also consider conducting a campus tour, attending the Admissions Office information session, the academic major you are interested in and the 成人视频 Army ROTC Program.
When is the deadline to apply to South Dakota State University?
- Early decision deadline is Nov. 15.
- Jan. 15 is the deadline for high school applicants.
- March 1 for transfer students.
By enrolling in ROTC, are you joining the Army?
No. Students who enroll in ROTC don't join the Army. They take an ROTC class for which they receive credit. It's considered a college elective.
I am in High School, if I visit, may I participate in Army ROTC PT?
Yes, if a prospect visits, he/she may join us for Army ROTC held Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings at 5:45 a.m.
Scholarships
Does Army ROTC offer scholarships?
Yes. Each year hundreds of students attending colleges nationwide receive ROTC scholarships. ROTC awards them to students studying science, engineering, nursing, business, as well as a variety of other majors.
Can only scholarship winners enroll in Army ROTC?
No. Anyone can enroll in ROTC. And regardless of whether you're a scholarship winner or not, all ROTC books, supplies and equipment are furnished at no cost to you.
On what basis are scholarship winners chosen?
ROTC scholarships are not based on financial need. Instead, they're awarded on merit. Merit is exhibited in academic achievement and extracurricular activities, such as sports, student government or part-time work.
I am in high school, when is the Army ROTC scholarship deadline?
Students apply by October and selections are made continuously through May 15.
How much money does ROTC usually award and what does the money go towards?
Scholarships are awarded at different monetary levels. At some schools an ROTC scholarship is worth up to $80,000, which goes towards tuition and educational fees. Also, scholarship winners receive an allowance of up to $1,500 a year.
How often are Army ROTC scholarships awarded?
ROTC Scholarships are awarded each semester. There are 2, 2 1/2, 3, 3 1/2 and 4 year scholarships available to qualified applicants. High school applicants compete on a national level for scholarships. The deadline is Jan. 10 for each year. After Jan. 10, applications are accepted at the local level only- directly to our department. The four year scholarship window is March of your junior year through Jan. 10 of your senior year in High school. Applicants for campus-based scholarship, please contact our department at 605-688-6151 or by email.
Other Questions
Is ROTC like "boot camp?"
No. ROTC Cadets go directly to college where they earn their degree.
What can students expect to learn by taking ROTC?
Quite simply, leadership and management skills needed to become a U.S. Army officer or have a successful civilian career.
What makes ROTC different from regular college management courses?
Students in ROTC learn through a unique program that involves both classroom and "live" situations. For instance, an ROTC Cadet might be found leading classmates through adventure training, down a river in a raft or up a mountain wall.
Is there a military obligation during college?
During the first two years, ROTC Cadets have no military obligation (or the first year in the case of a four-year scholarship winner).
What is the ROTC course comprised of?
The ROTC program is divided into phases: the Basic Course studies Army history, organization and structure. The techniques and principles of leadership and management are stressed throughout. The Advanced Course concentrates on tactical operations and military instruction, as well as advanced techniques of management, leadership and command.
How do students benefit from Army ROTC?
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.
