Army ROTC

If interested in applying for an ROTC scholarship you can apply for a scholarship by visiting the Go Army website. Four year scholarships that can be applied toward tuition and fees or room and board are often available. No commitment to the Army is made until a scholarship is fully accepted.

If you are interested in just participating in ROTC with no military obligation, it is as simple as registering for a college class. During initial enrollment at one of the CUNY colleges, be sure to register for a military science course at either the City College of New York, Medgar Evers College, or York College. Students not attending these colleges, can still take the military science course at these colleges through the e-permit system. Contact the Director of CUNY ROTC at 718-262-3774 or at rotc@ccny.cuny.edu with any questions.

If you’re interested in joining Army ROTC and you are already in college, you can begin by participating in the Army ROTC Basic Course by enrolling in a military science course at either the City College of New York, Medgar Evers College, or York College. Students not attending these colleges, can still take the military science course at these colleges through the e-permit system. 

If you have two or more years remaining toward your undergraduate degree, but not enough time to complete the Army ROTC Basic Course, you may enter the Advanced Course upon completion of the Leader’s Training Course at Ft. Knox, KY. The Leader’s Training Course is for college students who want to complete Army ROTC training in two years (usually the final two years of college). Scholarships are also often available for current college students and may cover up to 2 or 3 years of tuition and fees or room and board. 

Please contact the Director of CUNY ROTC, LTC Juan Howie, at 718-262-3774 or at rotc@ccny.cuny.edu for more information about joining Army ROTC as a current student.

Nursing students who are also Army ROTC Cadets have an opportunity for a unique summer nursing experience. The paid, three-week Nurse Summer Training Program assigns Cadets to Army hospitals throughout the U.S. and Germany.

The program introduces you to the Army Medical Department (AMEDD) and to the roles and responsibilities of an Army Nurse Corps Officer. Under the supervision of an experienced Army Nurse Corps Officer, you will obtain hands-on experience. Your one-on-one clinical experience will allow you to hone your clinical skills, develop your problem-solving techniques and become comfortable with developing your professional skills as a member of the U.S. Army Healthcare Team. 

Please contact the Director of CUNY ROTC, LTC Juan Howie, at 718-262-3774 or at rotc@ccny.cuny.edu for more information about joining Army ROTC as a nursing student.

If you are interested in joining Army ROTC as a graduate student, you may be eligible to attend the Leader Training Course and participate in the Advanced Course during your final two years as a graduate student.

Contact the Director of CUNY ROTC, LTC Juan Howie, at 718-262-3774 or at rotc@ccny.cuny.edu for more information about joining Army ROTC as a graduate student.

Soldiers who are currently in the National Guard or U.S. Army Reserve can participate in the Army ROTC through the Simultaneous Membership Program (SMP). Cadets in the SMP serve as Officer trainees in the Reserve or National Guard while completing college. SMP Cadets can earn their Reserve/Guard pay and benefits in addition to Army ROTC allowances.

Soldiers who are currently on Active Duty may be eligible for Green-to-Gold programs or other scholarship opportunities to complete college and earn their commission as an Officer.

Please contact the Director of CUNY ROTC, LTC Juan Howie, at 718-262-3774 or at rotc@ccny.cuny.edu for more information about joining Army ROTC as a Soldier with prior military experience.