Q: What is ROTC?
A: ROTC is a college-based, officer commissioning program, predominantly in the United States.
Q: Am I obligated to serve in the Army if I join the ROTC program at UCA?
A: There is no obligation to serve in the Army unless you sign a contract. That being said, you will be required to make a decision and either sign a contract or drop the course by the end of your junior year. We have many students take the course to “get a feel for it” and then make a decision after a semester or two in the program.
Q: What is the curriculum like for ROTC?
A: It focuses on leadership development, problem-solving, strategic planning, and professional ethics. There is physical training from 0600-0700 Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Additionally, there is a two-hour leadership lab Thursday from 1500-1700.
Q: I am a high school student interested in joining ROTC, what should my next steps be?
A: The only requirement to join ROTC at UCA is to be currently enrolled at UCA main campus or one of the partner schools. It is advised to apply for the Army ROTC Scholarship which is a tuition scholarship that can be applied for by high school juniors and seniors. The application portal can be found at https://www.goarmy.com/rotc/high-school-students/four-year-scholarship.html.
Q: I am almost done with the Army ROTC Scholarship and need to complete my PMS interview. How do I get one scheduled with UCA ROTC?
A: The best way to schedule a PMS Interview is to call 501-450-3145.
Q: I am an Active Duty Soldier hoping to do the Green to Gold option. What steps do I need to take to accomplish this?
A: There are multiple routes to do the Green to Gold option. The best place to start is here: https://www.goarmy.com/rotc/enlisted-soldiers.html. What you need from our end is a PMS signature on your completed CC 104-R (contact rtillman@uca.edu for assistance) and a letter of acceptance from the PMS. In order to obtain the signature and PMS acceptance letter, you must email us the following documents at rtillman@uca.edu:
SRB
CC 174R containing CO and BN CDR Letters of Recommendation
UCA Letter of Acceptance for entry in requested semester
NCOER – currently showing as draft due to being reviewed by DA for final approval