AROTC: How can I be selected?

James M — Fri, 02 Feb 2018 07:20:12 -0500

What are the things They consider reviewing you? What are other tips I should know? What are other things to know?

Response by CPT Enrique M. made Feb 2 at 2018 7:24 AM

CPT Enrique M. — Fri, 02 Feb 2018 07:24:12 -0500

Good grades, passing your apft, good moral compass, attending rotc , volunteering for things in rotc. Be a leader and not be a show off. Work well with others , take initiative. The real question is what is the branch you want to go in?

Response by LCDR Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 2 at 2018 2:34 PM

LCDR Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 02 Feb 2018 14:34:02 -0500

When I was pursing entry into a commissioning source, ROTC (the scholarship, not the elective) was looking for the following:
1. Academic excellence in high school: Most applicants are top 10% of graduating class, 3.8+GPA, high SAT/ACT scores.
2. Physical fitness: Be prepared to not only "pass", but exceed current PFT standards for the service branch to which ROTC you are applying. In "my day", it was competitive, because only so many slots were available, so you had to beat out at least everyone beyond the last available slot.
3. Extracurricular Activity: You had to prove community involvement, volunteer activity, etc. They're looking for people who like to be challenged and willingly accept responsibility without reward.
4. Clean Record: Subjective at best, but it goes without saying that priors and other "marks" won't help your application. I assume some (if not most) convictions would be immediately disqualifying.
5. Medical Clearance: They are sourcing future officers for the Armed Forces. Know which branch and designator you're pursuing, and know what conditions would impede you. Less is always more.
6. Interviews: If you don't do well under pressure, practice...a lot. My Army ROTC interview was very intense.

At the end of the day, lots of information is published on this subject. Start by learning all you can on official websites, and don't be afraid to contact a liaison officer who can answer questions.
https://www.goarmy.com/rotc.html

Bear in mind that you're embarking on a long road...it can take several years from start to finish to get your "butter bars". Be patient, focused, and above all...diligent.

Best wishes, and good luck.

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