{"id":1958,"date":"2025-03-18T16:19:50","date_gmt":"2025-03-18T16:19:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/rotc\/?page_id=1958"},"modified":"2026-03-06T21:37:50","modified_gmt":"2026-03-06T21:37:50","slug":"army-rotc-home-page","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/rotc\/army-rotc-home-page\/","title":{"rendered":"Army ROTC"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Army ROTC 5th Brigade<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"forging-future-leaders-ec58e31f-4fca-432e-867c-99cda445e893\">Forging Future Leaders<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a4bbb454f4e946cd88a006b4347728b3\">Tarleton State University&#8217;s Army ROTC program is part of the 5th Brigade, which oversees Army ROTC programs across multiple states, including Texas. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9e2842afc5301628e87d240dae31483b\">Our mission is to guide Tarleton State students in developing leadership skills essential for commissioning as officers in the United States Army. Through comprehensive training and academic excellence, our program offers a pathway to serve in one of the world&#8217;s most esteemed military forces. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-e3bf784459bea24cadecc3bae8661bfb\">Our cadets excel in many fields, including military leadership, engineering, and healthcare. The training we provide emphasizes core values such as integrity, personal excellence, and selfless service. These principles, combined with the rigorous academic environment at Tarleton State University, cultivate well-rounded leaders prepared to advance the Army&#8217;s mission. As part of the 5th Brigade, Tarleton State students benefit from extensive resources and support, positioning them to become the leaders of tomorrow&#8217;s Army.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-testimonial advgb-testimonial-wrapper\" id=\"advgb-testimonial-abc36343-4502-4ac4-9bbf-3688b7bbb5ab\"><div class=\"advgb-testimonial advgb-avatar-top\"><div class=\"advgb-testimonial-item\"><div class=\"advgb-testimonial-avatar-group\"><div class=\"advgb-testimonial-avatar\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/rotc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/264\/2025\/03\/Cadet-Head-Shots-2024-LH_-62-267x400.jpg);border-radius:50%;border-width:undefinedpx;width:120px;height:120px\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"advgb-testimonial-info\"><h4 class=\"advgb-testimonial-name\" style=\"color:#000000\">Kore Scott<\/h4><p class=\"advgb-testimonial-position\" style=\"color:#4f2d7f\">Army ROTC MS4 &#8211; TEXAN Corps of CADETS EXECUTIVE COMMANDER<\/p><p class=\"advgb-testimonial-desc\" style=\"color:#4f2d7f\">&#8220;Army ROTC has given me the training and discipline I need to be ready for whatever comes next. My favorite part has been the people\u2014working with a team that pushes each other to be better every day.&#8221;<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a054c8e62d6fccede2ce1750e9c06a0f\">Eligibility Requirements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9b4a0c5b94b5b4e80f4905f85d600ba1\">In order to be eligible for AROTC, applicants must meet the following qualifications:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-20d1a58d054aed68582f2e5d85b28801\">Must agree to accept a commission and serve in the Army on Active Duty or in a Reserve Component; either the Army Reserve or the Army National Guard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-913e5b44bdcf34a9130b0d831db5556f\">Must be a U.S. Citizen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1dd09a9ac80e7f8b829e21458e75e6b7\">Must not have reached 29<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;birthday during anticipated graduation and commissioning year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9df827b90f19ed47ec2bc558dbfe2e11\">Incoming freshman must have a high school GPA of at least 2.5, and a minimum SAT score of 920 (math\/reading) or 19 on the ACT.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3c70e44f73972f4004944f57cc861d4e\">Applicants with prior military service may be eligible for age adjustments for the amount of time equal to their prior service, on a month-by-month basis, for a maximum of 36 months if they will not reach their 29<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;birthday by December 31<sup>st<\/sup>&nbsp;of their anticipated graduation and commissioning year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8f7b95e1c97879e2bec4a328a3873c97\">Must not have moral obligations or personal convictions that prevent conscientious bearing of arms, supporting and defending the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, both foreign and domestic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">AROTC Commissioning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-tarleton-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6b329f34c98ed6ae92533811ae12b6ac\">Upon successful completion of the AROTC Program and baccalaureate or graduate degree, a Cadet is commissioned a Second Lieutenant in the U.S. Army. In some instances, active service can be delayed by students continuing in post-baccalaureate degree programs. Cadets can serve in the Army National Guard, Army Reserve, or compete for Active Duty depending on the scholarship program. Normal active duty service obligation is four years and ARNG\/USAR service obligation is six years.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.goarmy.com\/careers-and-jobs\/find-your-path\/army-officers\/rotc.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn more about Army ROTC commissioning.<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"quick-links-0108de46-5859-4c17-859a-5546be3b4def\">Quick Links<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-tarleton-purple-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8213ebf63ad13af5971e72715b7bc432\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goarmy.com\/rotc.html\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.goarmy.com\/rotc.html\">Army ROTC Official Website<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-tarleton-purple-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4a63cce89ad7e691b65c4c66af3f8539\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goarmy.com\/rotc\/scholarships.html\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.goarmy.com\/rotc\/scholarships.html\">Army ROTC Scholarships<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-tarleton-purple-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-40aadc4ce7552103988d19e61b836972\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ausa.org\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.ausa.org\/\">The Association of the United States Army (AUSA)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-tarleton-purple-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-494e590a54d7e42159cb2aac31d787b5\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cadetcommand.army.mil\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.cadetcommand.army.mil\/\">U.S. Army Cadet Command (ROTC)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-tarleton-purple-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-210b1409a604a73086630b7f62c60142\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalguard.com\/rotc\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.nationalguard.com\/rotc\">National Guard ROTC Scholarships<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-tarleton-purple-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b5bd3ac441b59867ea2cc476ec69c7cd\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/GoArmy\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/GoArmy\">ROTC Cadet Experience (YouTube)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-tarleton-purple-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3a0aa36eb5a680752667017972a38064\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.military.com\/join-armed-forces\/army-rotc\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.military.com\/join-armed-forces\/army-rotc\">Army ROTC Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"695\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/rotc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/264\/2025\/03\/53861421026_1489da94e8_o-1024x695.jpg\" alt=\"Army ROTC learning how to use gun with instructor.\" class=\"wp-image-2009 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/rotc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/264\/2025\/03\/53861421026_1489da94e8_o-1024x695.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/rotc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/264\/2025\/03\/53861421026_1489da94e8_o-300x204.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/rotc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/264\/2025\/03\/53861421026_1489da94e8_o-589x400.jpg 589w, https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/rotc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/264\/2025\/03\/53861421026_1489da94e8_o-768x521.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/rotc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/264\/2025\/03\/53861421026_1489da94e8_o-1536x1043.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/rotc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/264\/2025\/03\/53861421026_1489da94e8_o-1568x1064.jpg 1568w, https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/rotc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/264\/2025\/03\/53861421026_1489da94e8_o.jpg 1591w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n<style class=\"advgb-styles-renderer\">#advgb-testimonial-abc36343-4502-4ac4-9bbf-3688b7bbb5ab .slick-dots li button:before{color:#000 !important;}<\/style>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Army ROTC 5th Brigade Forging Future Leaders Tarleton State University&#8217;s Army ROTC program is part of the 5th Brigade, which oversees Army ROTC programs across multiple states, including Texas. 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