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ROTC Scholarships

Army ROTC Pacer Detachment

About ROTC Scholarships

The Army Military Science Scholarship Program awards full-time, eligible cadets with four different scholarships on a competitive basis. Cadets entering the Advanced Course need to make a commitment to serve in either the Active Army, Reserves, or National Guard. Normally this commitment is made by the choice of scholarships taken. Alternatively, cadets may delay their decision to serve the military through the non-scholarship program, where they will get a stipend instead.

Two-Year Scholarship

For students with two years left in school

Do you have two years remaining in college? Are you among the select few that have the ability and drive to become leaders but did not initially take the Army ROTC classes? You can still join ROTC by attending Basic Camp between your sophomore and junior years; completing the last two years of ROTC, earning your degree, and ultimately commissioning as an officer in the United States Army.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Be a U.S. citizen or legal U.S. resident.
  • Be between 17 and 30 years old.
  • Be enrolled in college full-time in pursuit of a baccalaureate or advanced degree and have at least two years of school remaining.
  • Have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. To be competitive, a 3.0 or higher is required.
  • Meet military medical qualification standards.
  • Have no civil convictions (unless waiver is approved).
  • Have no more than three dependents. unless waiver is approved

Military Obligation

  • Attend a 5-week Advanced Camp between your 3rd and 4th Year at Fort Knox, Kentucky.
  • Accept a Commission to serve active duty, National Guard, or Army Reserve upon degree completion.
  • Serve in the military for a period of 8 years. This may be fulfilled by:
    • Serving active duty, if selected, for 4 years followed by 4 years of service in the Individual Ready Reserve (IRR)/National Guard/Army Reserve. Term of service begins upon arrival at Basic Officer Leadership Course.
    • Serve 8 years in the National Guard/Army Reserves that includes a 3-6 month active duty term for initial training. Terms of obligation begins at time of commissioning.

Campus-Based Scholarship

For students without other ROTC scholarships

Campus-based scholarships are offered to students who were not offered or did not apply for the High School ROTC Scholarship or Green to Gold program. These scholarships may range in length from 2-4 years. Scholarships pay for full tuition and mandatory fees, for both resident and non-resident students. You may elect to receive $5,000 per semester instead of receiving the tuition and fees money. Scholarship awardees also receive a book allowance of $600 per semester (not to include summer) and a tax-free monthly stipend of $420 to defray the cost of living. Applications are initiated by the Department of Military Science, Army ROTC at MSU. Those applicants advancing to further scholarship consideration are scheduled for a medical examination and a personal or board interview.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen.
  • Must not reach 31 years of age by December 31 of the year you will graduate from college.
  • If you are taking or have taken college courses you must be considered an academic sophomore for the 3-Year and an academic junior for the 2-year Scholarship, and have the same number of years remaining for a baccalaureate degree upon enrollment.
  • Have a minimum high school GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
  • Score a minimum of 920 on the SAT and 19 on the ACT.
  • Satisfactory explanation of any record of arrest and/or civil conviction.
  • Have no moral or personal conviction against bearing arms or supporting and defending the Constitution of the United States.

Personal or Board Interview

This interview is conducted in person at the Department of Military Science, Army ROTC at MSU. Army ROTC is located in Hamilton Hall.

Medical Examination

Individuals selected for an interview will be contacted and scheduled for a medical examination by the Department of Defense Medical Examination Review Board (DoDMERB). Your medical condition is not a consideration in the selection of winners; however, all winners must be medically qualified and enrolled to receive scholarship benefits. While the examination is usually in Bozeman, any travel to and from the examination is at your own expense.

Military Obligation

If you are selected for an ROTC Scholarship, you are required to:

  • Sign a contract with the Secretary of the Army.
  • Attend a 5-week Advanced Camp between your 3rd and 4th Year at Ft Knox, Kentucky.
  • Accept a Commission to serve on Army active duty, National Guard, or Army Reserves upon degree completion.
  • Serve in the military for a period of 8 years. This may be fulfilled by:
    • Serving active duty, if selected, for 4 years followed by 4 years of service in the Individual Ready Reserve(IRR)/National Guard/Army Reserves. Term of service begins upon arrival at the Basic Officer Leadership Course.
    • Serve 8 years in the National Guard/Army Reserves, including a 3-6 month active duty term for initial training. Terms of obligation begin at the time of commissioning.

Green-to-Gold Scholarship

For students who are active-duty enlisted members of the Army

The Green to Gold program provides selected active-duty enlisted members of the Army an opportunity to complete their baccalaureate degree requirements and obtain a commission through participation in the ROTC program. If you are currently on active duty and are accepted by a college or university, then you can compete for a Green to Gold scholarship. There are a variety of Green to Gold Scholarships that range widely in length and type of benefits.

Eligibility Requirements

  • U.S. Citizen.
  • Age - Be under 31 years of age on 31 December of the year you complete all requirements for a commission and a college baccalaureate degree. This is a statutory requirement and there are no waivers authorized.
  • Cannot have been convicted of a Domestic Violence Crime.
  • Have a minimum of 2 years Active Duty as well as 3 months of active duty for every one month of specialized training (waiver can be requested).
  • GT score of 110 or greater.
  • Pass the APFT within the last 6 months with a score of 180 or higher, a minimum of 60 points in each event.
  • Be a High School Graduate or equivalent.
  • Cumulative High School or College GPA of 2.5
  • Letter of Acceptance to School of Choice offering Army ROTC.
  • Letter of Acceptance from the Professor of Military Science of that Army ROTC Battalion.
  • Favorable National Agency Check (or have initiated the action).
  • DODMERB Medical Qualification or recent MEPS medical qualification.
  • Be eligible to reenlist.
  • Not be a conscientious objector.
  • No more than 3 dependents including spouse.

Military Obligation

  • Attend a 5-week Advanced Camp between your 3rd and 4th Year at Fort Knox, Kentucky.
  • Accept a Commission to serve active duty, National Guard, or Army Reserve upon degree completion.
  • Serve in the military for a period of 8 years. This may be fulfilled by:
    • Serving active duty, if selected, for 4 years followed by 4 years of service in the Inactive Ready Reserve (IRR)/National Guard/Army Reserve. Term of service begins upon arrival at Basic Officer Leadership Course.
    • Serve 8 years in the National Guard/Army Reserves that includes a 3-6 month active duty term for initial training. Terms of obligation begins at time of commissioning.

Guaranteed Reserve Forces Duty Scholarships

For students who want to serve in the Army Reserve

The GRFD program is designed for cadets who are interested in obtaining a commission in the U.S. Army Reserves or National Guard with a guarantee for a reserve component assignment. This scholarship could be part of the simultaneous membership program (SMP), which cover full tuition and mandatory fees, and range in length up to 4 years. Scholarship awardees also receive a book allowance of $600 per semester (not including summer) and a monthly stipend of $420. These Cadets also receive weekend drill and annual training pay as participants in the Simultaneous Membership Program (SMP).

Eligibility Requirements

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen.
  • Must not reach 31 years of age by December 31of the year you will graduate from college.
  • Have a minimum High school GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
  • Score a minimum of 920 on the SAT and 19 on the ACT.
  • Satisfactory explain any record of arrest and/or civil conviction.
  • Have no moral or personal conviction against bearing arms or supporting and defending the Constitution of the United States.
  • Must complete the ROTC Basic Course requirements or Basic Training.
  • Must be willing to participate in the SMP program with a Guard or Reserve unit. If you do not belong to a unit, you must obtain a letter of acceptance to the unit, stating that they will accept you as an SMP cadet.
  • Must be medically qualified.

Military Obligation

If you are selected for a GRFD scholarship, you are required to sign a GRFD contract, guaranteeing service in the National Guard or U.S. Army Reserve upon commissioning.

  • Serve 8 years in a National Guard or Reserve unit that includes 3-6 months active duty for initial training. Terms of obligation begins at time of commissioning.
  • Attend a 5-week Advanced Camp between your 3rd and 4th Year at Fort Knox, Kentucky.
  • Accept a Commission to serve active duty, National Guard, or Army Reserve upon degree completion.
  • Serve as an SMP cadet in the unit of your choice with an available SMP slot

Dedicated Army National Guard Scholarships

For students who want to serve in the Army Reserve

This scholarship is specific to those students who wish to serve in the National Guard upon commissioning. Dedicated ARNG scholarships cover full tuition and mandatory fees. Scholarship awardees also receive a book allowance of $600 per semester (not including summer) and a monthly stipend of $420. These cadets also receive weekend drill and annual training pay as participants in the Simultaneous Membership Program (SMP).

Eligibility Requirements

  • U.S. Citizen.
  • Must not reach 31 years of age by December 31of the year you will graduate from college.
  • Have a minimum high school GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
  • Score a minimum of 920 on the SAT or 19 on the ACT.
  • Satisfactory explain any record of arrest and/or civil conviction.
  • Have no moral or personal conviction against bearing arms or supporting and defending the Constitution of the United States.
  • Must complete the ROTC Basic Course requirements or Basic Training.
  • Must be willing to participate in the SMP program with the National Guard. If you do not belong to a unit, you must obtain a letter of acceptance to the unit, stating that they will accept you as an SMP cadet.
  • Must be medically qualified.

Military Obligation

  • Sign a contract guaranteeing service in the National Guard upon commissioning.
  • Serve 8 years in the National Guard which includes 3-6 months active duty for initial training. Terms of obligation begins at time of commissioning.
  • Attend the 5-week Advanced Camp between your 3rd and 4th year at Fort Knox, Kentucky.
  • Serve as an SMP cadet in the unit of your choice with an available SMP slot.

Non-Scholarhip

For students who join ROTC without a scholarship

The Benefits

A non-scholarship cadet receives a monthly stipend of $420.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Be enrolled in college and have completed at least 30 credits
  • Under 35 years of age, upon gradation
  • Agree to accept a commission in the U.S. Army
  • Attend the five-week Leaders Training Course or have completed the first and second year of Military Science or equivalent
  • Must meet physical fitness
  • Medically qualify

Cadets entering the Advanced Course need to make a commitment to serve in either the Active Army, Reserves, or National Guard. Normally this commitment is made by the choice of scholarships taken. Some cadets, may opt not to take a scholarship. By doing this they delay the decision about serving in the Active Army or in the Reserves or National Guard until just before their senior year when they will be contracted to serve. On the other hand, cadets who have already made the decision to commit service to the US Army can apply for scholarships.

Do you have what it takes?

Reach out to let us know of your interest. The link below will take you to The Jaguar Battalion on the Augusta University website.

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Augusta University is the host ROTC program and USCA functions as a detachment.