Army ROTC

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Army ROTC

The Department of Military Science at Wofford awards scholarships to the most outstanding applicants. In keeping with our high standards of excellence, candidates are selected for scholastic as well as extracurricular accomplishments and not on the basis of financial need. Scholarship benefits are awarded in annual amounts for full tuition and fees. In addition to the awarded scholarship, each winner receives a flat rate of $1,200 annually for books and supplies, as well as a tax-free monthly stipend of $300 as a first-year student, $350 as a sophomore, $450 as a junior and $500 as a senior.

Students offered an Army ROTC scholarship will qualify for the WC ROTC scholarship valued at the current cost of room and board,less any other grants and/or scholarships the student is eligible to receive. This will encompass both three and four-year scholarships. The WC ROTC scholarship funds will be awarded to first-year students for the three-year scholarship awardees to assists with costs until the student begins receiving tuition and fees during sophomore year.

NOTE: Students are expected to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid each academic year.

Requirements:

  • Be a U.S. Citizen
  • Be at least 17 years old before the scholarship is effective
  • Be under 27 years old on June 30 of the year you expect to graduate and receive your commission (An age extension of up to three years may be granted to veterans who qualify)
  • Be a high school graduate or have equivalent credit
  • Participate in leadership, extracurricular or athletic activities
  • Pursue an Army-approved academic major
  • Agree to accept a commission as an officer in the Regular Army, Army National Guard, or U.S. Army Reserve
  • Meet required physical standards
  • Other requirements apply depending on the type of scholarship for which you apply. For more information, contact your professor of Military Science.

Four-Year Scholarships

The four-year scholarship is awarded to students starting college as a freshman. The student must have a minimum 1,000 SAT or composite 19 ACT, but selection is highly competitive, and these are the minimum scores. In addition, he/she must have good high school cumulative unweighted grade point average (generally 3.5 or higher) and be admitted into Wofford as a full-time student. Additional consideration is given to students who demonstrate leadership potential in extracurricular activities such as athletics, religious organizations, Boy or Girl Scouting or a part-time job.

The deadline for four-year scholarship applications is Jan. 15 of the applicant’s senior year in high school.

Three-Year Scholarships

The three-year scholarship is awarded to students who have completed one year of college. Performance in academic studies (including military science, if already enrolled in ROTC), successfully passing the Army Physical Fitness Test, a personal interview and observation by the PMS, and motivation towards an Army career are considered for selection.

Two-Year Scholarships

The requirements for the two-year scholarship are the same as the three-year scholarship.

Guaranteed Reserve Forces Scholarships

The requirements for this scholarship are the same as for other scholarships. However, this scholarship guarantees your service in the United States Army Reserve or National Guard and not in the Regular Army.

The Army ROTC Basic Camp Scholarships

Cadet Command Basic Camp provides an additional opportunity for students who have missed the first and second years of ROTC to fulfill required training. Successful graduates are eligible for a two-year scholarship to finish their academic career. Learn more about the Basic Camp Scholarship.

Active Duty Green to Gold Scholarship

If enlisted in the Army, you may qualify for a four, three or two-year scholarship. Green to Gold applicants, in addition to the requirements above, must complete two years of active duty prior to discharge and three months of service for every month of specialized training received. Applicants need a score of 180 or higher with a minimum of 60 points in each event on the Army Physical Fitness Test, a cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale for all previous college work, a GT score of 110 or higher and other selection criteria as prescribed by regulation. The professor of Military Science must also recommend you for the scholarship. SAT/ACT minimum is not required to apply for a two-year scholarship.

For more information on Wofford ROTC, contact Simon Stricklin.

Apply for a 4-year Army ROTC Scholarship.