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Military College Scholarship Opportunities Meeting Set for Students, Parents

February 22, 2024

Join the CMCSS JROTC leadership and other representatives to discuss ROTC scholarships and how to attend a military college. Students will have the opportunity to hear from and ask questions to a representative from the Army Nursing Program, a West Point graduate, and representatives from Junior Military Colleges who can provide detailed perspectives on the student experience.

Event Details:
April 2 – 3, 2024
5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Central Services South (1312 Highway 48)

What is a Military College?

Senior Military Colleges

The Citadel, Virginia Tech, Texas A&M, Virginia Military Institute, University of North Georgia, Norwich University

Six Senior Military Colleges (SMC) in the nation have Army ROTC programs which are part of a Corps of Cadets.

Why Choose a Senior Military College?

  • Graduates of Senior Military Colleges are Cadets who will be assessed onto Active Duty upon recommendation from their Professor of Military Science, they do not have to compete nationally for Active Duty.
  • Full tuition scholarships are available for those who qualify
  • Paid a personal stipend of $420/month while attending class
  • Paid a book allowance of $1,200 per year
  • SMC’s are steeped in tradition and offer students an organized lifestyle, enhanced leadership training, and superb training facilities
  • Cadets may choose to commission into the Army Reserves or the National Guard through the Guaranteed Reserve Forces Duty option
  • Cadets quickly take on leadership roles and experience every level of leadership from top to bottom

Military Junior Colleges

Marion Military Institute, Valley Forge Military College, Georgia Military College, New Mexico Military Institute

Only four Military Junior Colleges (MJC) offer the unique opportunity to become an Army Officer in only two years.

Why Choose a Military Junior College?

  • Cadets can become an Army Officer in only two years through the MJC Early Commissioning Program (ECP)
  • Full tuition scholarships are available
  • Paid a book allowance of $1,200 per year
  • Paid a personal stipen of $420/month while attending class
  • Paid as a Cadet/E-5 in the Army Reserve or National Guard if enrolled in Simultaneous Membership Program (over $300/month)
  • MJC ECP Commissioned Officers qulaify for the Education Assistance Program, which pays full tuition and fees for the remaining two years at the follow on college and degree you choose OR elect to receive $10,000/year room and board
  • MJC Commissionionees earn time in service during their Junior and Senior year of college for promotions and retirement purposes
  • Values and character are emphasized from day one through graudation.
  • Respect for others is a key to succeeding at a MJC
  • MJCs instill pride and self-confidence through team-building, promotions, and leadership roles

 

For more information, including schools and locations, text MCINFO to 462769 (GOARMY) or visit this website.

Presenter’s Contact Information
Glen A. Johnson
Recruiting Operations Officer
1st BDE, USACC
Cell: 270.300.7522
Office: 502.624.1904
[email protected]