Does WVU have an ROTC program?

Let’s Go Mountaineers! Army ROTC (Reserve Officers’ Training Corps) is one of the best leadership courses in the country and can be a part of your college curriculum. Being a student at West Virginia University and learning to become a leader will make your college experience even richer and prepare you for the future.

What percentage of ROTC get scholarships?

About 2500 applicants were awarded a scholarship. About 25% of those were 4-year scholarships and 75% were 3-year scholarships. There is not much variation between candidates in Scholar, Athletics and Leadership, the CBEF, or the Physical Fitness test.

Does ROTC scholarship count as military service?

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.

Is ROTC a full scholarship?

High school students who apply for an ROTC program are eligible for scholarships covering the full cost of tuition, fees and textbooks for four years, plus a monthly stipend for personal expenses. When you accept an ROTC scholarship, you are legally bound to serve in the military for a certain number of years.

What can I do with West Virginia University ROTC?

Being a student at West Virginia University and learning to become a leader will make your college experience even richer and prepare you for the future. What is ROTC? Army ROTC provides individuals with the tools, training and experiences they need to become Officers in the U.S. Army.

Are there any colleges that offer Navy ROTC scholarships?

All academic institutions included in this article are colleges with NROTC scholarships. Public and private universities participate in NROTC and are known as Navy ROTC Colleges. These institutions prepare students across the country for careers as Navy officers.

What are the requirements for a West Virginia college scholarship?

Recipients must be graduates of a West Virginia High School. These scholarships range from $1000 to $50,000, and are intended to help students offset the cost of attending college or post-secondary vocational/technical school.

How to get a Navy Reserve Officer Training Corps scholarship?

You must be within Navy or Marine Corps height/weight standards when you report. Apply for and gain admission to an approved Navy ROTC college or university. Admission to an Navy ROTC institution is not required during the selection process; however, notification of admission must be received before the scholarship can be activated.