Frequently Asked Questions
What sort of time commitment is ROTC at Dartmouth?

A 3 Hour Military Lab each week. This is our "hands on" training. Mil Labs consist of going to rifle range to practice Marksmanship, preforming mock missions with paintball equipment, and learning various skills such as knot ties and buddy carries.

A 1 Hour Classroom Session each week. Here you'll start at the basic customs and courtesies of the army and move through to basic squad-size unit tactics and army leadership.

1 Hour PT, three times a week. Not only will you do basic physical training, but we also engage in other team-building activities. This is also a time to review and practice the skills learned in the classroom and in the Mil lab.

Can I just come out to a "Mil Lab" or class just to see what its like?

Of course! Blitz "DartmouthROTC" to get in touch with Chris Koppel '09 (Chris.Koppel@dartmouth.edu)and he'll answer any questions and let you know when you should come by.

 How long do I have to "try it out" before I need to commitment?

You do not need to contract with the army until your Junior year. If you would like to recieve a scholarship, however, you must commit and contract with the army. 4 Year Scholarship winners may back out of their contract until the end of their first year.
For More FAQS:
please visit http://www.rotc.monroe.army.mil/faqs/

Scholarship Information

Apply for ROTC four year scholarship
> https://schlr4yr.usarmyrotc.com/rotc/Schlr4yr/index.htm

Scholarship info and service obligations
> http://www.rotc.monroe.army.mil/scholarship_HPD2/index.asp

> http://www.rotc.monroe.army.mil/helpdesk/enrollments-1/service%20obligations.htm

Scholarship Eligibility Requirements

Participation

Participation in the Dartmouth College Army ROTC program is open to all students attending Dartmouth College.


Enrollment in the Basic Course (Freshman and Sophomore Years)

Students must meet the general eligibility criteria listed below to enroll in the Army ROTC program Basic Course. Detailed criteria are prescribed in a number of Army publications. These criteria are subject to periodic change. Inquiries into eligibility based on individual circumstances may be submitted to the Dartmouth College Army ROTC Enrollment Eligibility Officer. Applicants must:

1. Be a citizen of the United States.
2. Be medically qualified.
3. Satisfactorily explain any record of arrest and/or civil conviction (no felony convictions).
4. Be enrolled in and attending a full-time course of instruction toward a baccalaureate or advanced degree in a recognized academic field of study.
5. Be under 30 years of age at the time of commissioning


Enrollment in the Advanced Course (Junior and Senior Years)

Students must meet the general eligibility criteria listed below to contract in the Army ROTC program Advanced Course. Detailed criteria are prescribed in a number of Army publications. These criteria are subject to periodic change. Inquiries into eligibility based on individual circumstances may be submitted to the Dartmouth College Army ROTC Enrollment Eligibility Officer.

1. Meet all of the eligibility criteria required for Basic Course enrollment.
2. Satisfy the requirements of the Basic Course (Complete the ROTC Basic Course, Attend ROTC Basic Camp, or Receive placement credit based on JROTC or prior military training or service).
3. Possess at least a 2.0 GPA.
4. Satisfactorily complete a Modified Army Physical Fitness Test.
5. Satisfactorily complete the English Comprehension Level Test (Applicable only to students who have English as a second language).
6. Be of good moral character.
7. Possess the potential to become an effective Army leader.
8. Agree to accept a commission as an officer in the Regular Army, Army National Guard, or Army Reserve.