Benefits & Scholarships

Benefits of Army ROTC

Army ROTC is a college elective that teaches you the skills needed for a successful career. You'll combine classroom time with hands-on experience, and learn leadership and management skills. Additionally, because it's an elective, you can try it out for up to two years. Whatever you decide, the experience you'll have in Army ROTC will give you the confidence you need to be a success in college and beyond. Whether you choose a career in the Army or the corporate world, Army ROTC is "the smartest college course you can take."

  • Free tuition, fees, room and board through ROTC scholarship
  • Develop leadership and management skills through specialized curriculum
  • Graduate as a commissioned officer in the U.S. Army
  • Active Duty Commission as a 2nd Lieutenant
  • Reserve Commission as a 2nd Lieutenant
  • National Guard Commission as a 2nd Lieutenant
  • Minor in Leadership Studies

ROTC Scholarships 

Although no scholarship is required to participate in the Mohawk Battalion, these scholarship opportunities will help fund your college career. Upon graduation, you will embark on an exciting career as an Officer on active duty, in the United States Army Reserves, or the National Guard. 

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National-Based Scholarship (3-Year, 4-Year) & Campus-Based Scholarship (2-Year, 3-Year)

Benefits

Pays for tuition and fees for the award period

Valued in excess of $200,000 for a 4-year award

$1,200.00 Stipend for textbooks

Monthly stipend of $420.00*

How to Apply

High School Seniors: Complete the Army ROTC scholarship application at http://www.goarmy.com/rotc/scholarships.html
 

Application decisions are made throughout the academic year on 15 October, 16 January, and 16 March
 

Apply to Siena College, UAlbany, RPI, Union College, Russell Sage College, or Hudson Valley Community College

Contact the Mohawk Army-ROTC Office

MAJ Quinlan is currently handling recruiting. Please email squinlan@siena.edu or calling (518) 783-2477. 

Campus-Based Students: For 4-year*, 3-year, and 2-year campus-based scholarships, contact your Army ROTC instructor.

Note: 4-year campus-based scholarships may be awarded to students based on availability.

*All Contracted Cadets, both scholarship and non-scholarship qualify for the monthly stipend.  

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