| Do I have to join the Army to take ROTC classes? |
No There is no military obligation during the basic ROTC courses (MS1 and MS2 years). |
| Can I do ROTC and the National Guard? |
Yes Through the Simultaneous membership program, students can participate in both. |
| Can I join ROTC after freshman year? |
Yes ROTC accepts sophomores, transfers, and prior service students. |
| Does ROTC delay graduation? |
No ROTC is designed to fit within a four-year degree plan. |
| Can I serve a religious mission while in ROTC? |
Yes ROTC offers deferment and planning options. |
| Do prior enlisted students have to repeat basic training? |
No Prior service members typically receive advanced placement. |
| Do I have to attend Basic Camp if I join ROTC as a freshman? |
No Freshmen who complete MS I & MS II do not need Basic Camp. |
| Does Basic Camp replace Basic Training? |
No Basic Camp is for ROTC cadets, while Basic Training is for enlisted Soldiers. |
| Do all ROTC cadets attend Cadet Summer Training? |
Yes Cadet Summer training is required to commission. |
| If I'm prior enlisted, do I attend Basic Camp? |
Usually No Prior service members often receive credit based on experience. |
| Does attending Basic Camp mean I'm in the Army? |
No There is no enlistment or obligation until you contract and sign up for the advance
ROTC courses (MS3 and MS4 years). |
