When you enroll in Army ROTC programming as a high school senior, you have time to participate in the program without obligation. You’ll develop life-long friendships with other cadets. And, you will have the ability to decide if you want to commit to the program your junior year.
If you know it’s something you will do, it’s also a great time to apply for ROTC scholarships.
During the fall of your senior year, apply to IU Indianapolis or your university of choice. Partner institutions include Butler University, Franklin College, Ivy Tech Community College, Marian University, and the University of Indianapolis.
Each university has different admission and scholarship application requirements and procedures. You’ll want to carefully research your choices, associated deadlines, and academic programs. Regardless of your applications or desired major, the earlier you apply, the better chances you have to be admitted and to receive scholarships.
You do not need to receive a scholarship to join, but we strongly encourage you to apply to the Army’s ROTC scholarship program. You may be eligible for opportunities that will help pay your tuition.
Once admitted, you may enroll in the corresponding class for your university. Remember, the first two years are open enrollment, and you may take the classes without obligation unless you received a scholarship. This gives you the option of seeing if becoming a military officer is the right path for you.
University | Course Name | Course Number |
IU Indianapolis | Intro to Military Science | MIL G101 |
Butler | Intro to Military Science | MIL RZ101 |
Marian | Foundations of Officership | MIL G101 |
UIndy | Special Topics: Intro to Leadership | KINS 480-04 |
Franklin | Intro to Military Science | MIL G101 |
Ivy Tech | Intro to Military Science | MIL G101 |
Cadet Paxson Von Kerens
BS ’18, Electrical Engineering Technology
Cadet Paxson Von Kerens has received plenty of real-world training through his time with IU Indianapolis' ROTC program. Set to graduate in May 2018, Von Kerens has benefited from a broad scope of military experience during his college career.
