Frequently Asked Questions about Army ROTC
Q: What exactly does ROTC stand for?
A: ROTC stands for Reserve Officers' Training Corps
Q: Why is there ROTC?
A: ROTC commissions the majority of the U.S. Army's officers. Students who commit to military service may receive scholarships, monthly subsistence stipends, and other incentives to help them in college. Cadets who earn a commission may serve on active duty or may choose to serve in the National Guard or Army Reserve.
Q: What is the ROTC training schedule?
A: The standard ROTC training schedule consists of three weekly PT sessions, one monthly lab, a 'field training exercise', FTX, each semester, and two social functions. At the labs, cadets will learn and practice skills ranging from basic drill and ceremony to light infantry tactics. All of these skills play an important role at the semester's FTX. Finally, the social functions are a fun time to bond with peers and instructors in a formal, but relaxed, environment.
Q:What other colleges are associated with the OHIO ROTC program
A: OU is a host school. This means that the Bobcat Battalion is the headquarters for Army ROTC in South East Ohio. Currently, students attending Ohio University and Hocking College may participate in the Army ROTC program.
Q: Will there be time to participate in sports or other non-Army ROTC activities?
A: Yes. Army ROTC Battalion looks at you as a student first. We encourage our cadets to pursue activities outside of Army ROTC. We currently have cadets in our program who compete on a number of college-level varsity athletic teams. The Army ROTC program is centered on the concept of the "Scholar-Athlete-Leader." Academic success is the cadets' and our first priority.
Q: Is there a lot of responsibility in ROTC?
A: Yes, all cadets must learn to deal with military and personal responsibility if they're going to be successful in school or in the ROTC program. Time management skills and task prioritization are essential elements of the ROTC curriculum. Cadets will also be responsible for leading groups of younger cadets and keeping them informed about ROTC events. The most emphasized aspect of ROTC training is leadership. The backbone of the armed forces is strong leadership at all levels, and therefore leadership training is essential within the program. Because of the leadership skills inherent in military training, many soldiers find it easy to find jobs after they've completed their military obligation.
Q: Will I need to major in ROTC if I accept a scholarship?
A: For the most part, ROTC students can choose a major in any course of study. In some cases, though, ROTC offers scholarships in academic majors needed to meet the needs of that branch. For example, Air Force ROTC has a special scholarship for students majoring in electrical engineering or meteorology. Q: How much does OU and the Army pay for?A: Ohio University and the Army pay for 12 quarters worth of books, forty months of stipend (10 months a year for four years), room grant, and tuition with a combined total of $75,856 worth of education being paid for.
Q: What makes OHIO Army ROTC different from regular college management courses?
A: 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.
Q: What is the ROTC course comprised of?
A: The ROTC program is divided into phases: The Basic Course (Freshman and Sophomore Years) studies Army history, organization and structure. The techniques and principles of leadership and management are stressed throughout. The Advanced Course (Junior and Senior Years) concentrates on tactical operations and military instruction, as well as advanced techniques of management, leadership, and command.
Q: How do students benefit from OHIO Army ROTC?
A: 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.
Q: What if I don't like ROTC?
A: If you've been awarded an ROTC scholarship, but decide this path is not for you, you can quit the program after your first year without any obligations.
Q: Can women participate in ROTC and apply for scholarships?
A: ROTC is an equal opportunity program, and encourages participation without regard to gender, race, origin, or religious affiliation.
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