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ROTC Partnership
Grand Valley State University's agreement with the Reserve Officer’s Training Corp program at Western Michigan University provides the opportunity for students to take 1 to 3 credit hours per semester of military science courses through Western Michigan’s Grand Rapids location. ROTC students will also participate in Physical Training at least 3 days per week with other GVSU ROTC cadets.
Benefits of ROTC:
- Gain valuable leadership experience
- Receive additional tuition assistance
- Earn your undergraduate degree while preparing for an officer career in the United States Army
- If currently in the National Guard or Army Reserves, ROTC member has opportunity to drill with current unit at E-5 pay while shadowing current officer leadership
Eligibility for ROTC:
- Must have at least 4 full semesters remaining at GVSU (for Junior and Senior level and Master’s Students). Summer semester do not count as ROTC requires some summer training requirements
- May enter at Junior level if student already has past military experience or already accomplished basic training
- Must be free of legal restrictions, no major physical ailments that would prevent military service
- Must be a US citizen
Commitment after completing ROTC program:
- If selected for Active duty, you will serve full time in the active Army for 3 years (4 years for scholarship winners)
- If selected or you choose for Reserve Duty, you may choose to serve part-time the U.S. Army Reserve or Army National Guard while pursuing a civilian career for 6 years (8 years for scholarship winners)
If the Army ROTC program sounds like a good fit for you, please contact:
Primary point of contact: Billy Clayton
ROTC Scholarship and Enrollment Officer
Western Michigan University
269-387-8122
Email: billy.clayton@wmich.edu
Secondary point of contact: Captain Kenneth Stoodt, Assistant Professor of Military Science
Department of Military Science and Leadership
Western Michigan University
Grand Rapids - Beltline Campus
2333 E Beltline Ave SE
(616) 771-9496
Email: kenneth.stoodt@wmich.edu
For additional information, visit Western Michigan University's ROTC page at: www.wmich.edu/rotc