Is there an ETS window for the Green-to-Gold non-scholarship option? Is there a deadline for this fall?

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 03 May 2019 11:11:11 -0400

I’ve been looking to do the green to gold non-scholarship option, but I can’t find a lot of information on it, and when I ask individuals it’s always contradictory. Is there an ETS window you must be in, or can you just submit the packet regardless of ETS time? Is there a deadline for this fall and what is that deadline? If so, when is the deadline for this spring? I know it’s the only option that allows you to start in the fall or spring. Any other information would be greatly appreciated!!

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made May 3 at 2019 11:37 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 03 May 2019 11:37:56 -0400

When you do G2G there is no ETS timeline, you're separated from the Army once you're approved.
There is no semester deadline, because the school determines that. You have to find and be accepted by an ROTC program. That's determined by the school you're joining, not the Army.

Response by LTC Eugene Chu made May 3 at 2019 1:55 PM

LTC Eugene Chu — Fri, 03 May 2019 13:55:18 -0400

SFC Private RallyPoint Member is correct. G2G involves early discharge for ROTC. You primarily need to have two years of enlisted service (maybe waiverable, check with school's ROTC recruiting officer) along with competitive record. ETS window only matters if your obligation is up before specific school semester start date.

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made May 3 at 2019 2:33 PM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 03 May 2019 14:33:06 -0400

Thank you both for your responses, SFC and Sir!