How demanding is the NROTC program?

[phrogdriver]

Texas A&M has a stereotype of being "gay." I visited the campus and found this to be very untrue. Oh and Bevo, clinging even tighter to guns and religion is what MANY Aggies do as well, including myself

Technically, though, that is a "gay" picture. Yes, it's gay in a good, hot girl-on-girl way, but nonetheless those two ladies look like they're into some same-sex lovin'. Not really beating the "gay" charge with that one.

 

[Swanee]

Technically, though, that is a "gay" picture. Yes, it's gay in a good, hot girl-on-girl way, but nonetheless those two ladies look like they're into some same-sex lovin'. Not really beating the "gay" charge with that one.

That's just good old-fashioned team work!

 

[JTB7]

I spend a good 15-20 hours a week with the unit, it is demanding. Learn how to manage time and you will be fine. With the new teired(selecting engineering majors) systems, take a lot of AP classes in high school and do sports, etc. This will teach you to manage time and will prepare you for college life. If you dont do so hot, you can always go to a community college for a year and re-apply. Prepare for it physically by just doing he same shit the PFA or PFT has you do, google is your friend for great workouts

 

[Wudgles]

I'd say the answer varies based on where you go to school. Obviously, someplace with a corps of cadets will be more time-intensive than a smaller school with a smaller battalion. Academics play a big part in it, too. I went to Vanderbilt, and the NROTC requirements were slightly more relaxed than other places because the coursework was so hard (Xtown was Belmont for nursing options, which isn't a joke school, either). The thought process is something to the effect of "You're no good to the Navy if you can't pass your classes, so we won't overload you with miscellaneous BS." We still had class, lab, PT, and other mandatory events, but emphasis was put on academics first.

Anywhere from 15-25 hours is probably the norm, with the 25 hours mark coming if you're high up in the battalion leadership OR a 4/C earning your place (translation: "Being voluntold to do stuff"). Also, I'm counting the 3 hour a week NROTC class + mandatory BN PT (also varies by school) + 3 hour lab as part of those 15-25 hours. Just be where you're supposed to be when you're supposed to be, stay on top of school work, keep your PT up, don't get into trouble, and NROTC won't be a hassle at all. It's MORE than manageable.

 

[cameron172]

Anywhere from 15-25 hours is probably the norm, with the 25 hours mark coming if you're high up in the battalion leadership OR a 4/C earning your place (translation: "Being voluntold to do stuff"). Also, I'm counting the 3 hour a week NROTC class + mandatory BN PT (also varies by school) + 3 hour lab as part of those 15-25 hours.

Not to mention the one Naval Science class per semester you're required to take, which takes 3, sometimes 4, credit hours that usually doesn't go toward your major per semester. Some units also require additional classes like world cultures or military history.

Yes it's very demanding, but it can definately be a great experience, especially if you do extracurriculars like pistol team or aviation club!

 

[Wudgles]

Not to mention the one Naval Science class per semester you're required to take, which takes 3, sometimes 4, credit hours that usually doesn't go toward your major per semester.

Also, I'm counting the 3 hour a week NROTC class + mandatory BN PT (also varies by school) + 3 hour lab as part of those 15-25 hours. Just be where you're supposed to be when you're supposed to be, stay on top of school work, keep your PT up, don't get into trouble, and NROTC won't be a hassle at all. It's MORE than manageable.

Read things before you reference them as a quote.

 

[cameron172]

Read things before you reference them as a quote.

I did. I thought you were referencing the 3 hour drill period one a week. I was referring to the Leadership& Mgt courses, Weapons Systems, Navigation, etc. Sorry for the misunderstanding.

 

[EM1toNFO]

It's not that bad at all.

BTW, thanks for the help with those midterms this morning cameron...

 

[cameron172]

It's not that bad at all.

BTW, thanks for the help with those midterms this morning cameron...

Haha, anytime EM1. I knew it would just be a matter of time before someone found me on here.

 

[darrensmit123]

Idiot spammer with no life.

 

[MIDNJAC]

First question is what is NROTC an answer is The Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps.This Program running in the United State for Navy force and Marine Force..In this program person to know about navy and take a training for navy .This program is purpose is possible rapid expansion of the military in the case of an unforeseen emergency.In this program student study many valuable e skill and learning leadership exprience.

Obvious troll is obvious

 

[Orange Angel]

To ALL high school kid reading this thread,

I'm less then a year from finishing up at a NROTC Command. Through out my years and through networking over summer cruises (you'll learn about those later) every NROTC program differs slightly from others as far as demand. Even my unit's demands changed with a new CO 2 years in the program, and new LTs almost yearly throughout my time here, but all groups you join change with time. It sound like you would be successful in any NROTC program as long as you understand that you will not have the "normal" college experience. Being in any military organization, while pursuing your undergraduate degree, will make you grow up faster, act more mature sooner, make smarter decisions, and overall learn the skills you will need to be an Officer in the U.S. Navy. If you don't learn these lessons, then you'll probably lose your scholarship, or just be dropped from the program.

As far as contact, I was in close contact with a Chief whom was the local NROTC representative of my hometown area.

Weekends are yours with exceptions to some unit activities (few and far between). As a freshman, I was ordered to be on the Drill Team first quarter, and we marched in the Veteran's Day Parade in a near by major city. Currently, the only weekend unit activities involve ones that I plan as the Vice President of the Naval Aviation Club, which usually involve paintballing, pot lucks, or BBQs.

 

[MIDNJAC]

To ALL high school kid reading this thread,

I'm less then a year from finishing up at a NROTC Command. Through out my years and through networking over summer cruises (you'll learn about those later) every NROTC program differs slightly from others as far as demand. Even my unit's demands changed with a new CO 2 years in the program, and new LTs almost yearly throughout my time here, but all groups you join change with time. It sound like you would be successful in any NROTC program as long as you understand that you will not have the "normal" college experience. Being in any military organization, while pursuing your undergraduate degree, will make you grow up faster, act more mature sooner, make smarter decisions, and overall learn the skills you will need to be an Officer in the U.S. Navy. If you don't learn these lessons, then you'll probably lose your scholarship, or just be dropped from the program.

As far as contact, I was in close contact with a Chief whom was the local NROTC representative of my hometown area.

Weekends are yours with exceptions to some unit activities (few and far between). As a freshman, I was ordered to be on the Drill Team first quarter, and we marched in the Veteran's Day Parade in a near by major city. Currently, the only weekend unit activities involve ones that I plan as the Vice President of the Naval Aviation Club, which usually involve paintballing, pot lucks, or BBQs.

Same chief that makes chow during orientation week?

 

[rotorhead1871]

Talk to one of the LT's at whatever NROTC unit you're thinking about going to and find out what he recommends and when the scholarship deadlines are, and your options for joining your freshman year without a scholarship. Heck, I joined up (CP) my first day at Ohio State. If you get a scholarship (and it may be less than a four-year), it will require some higher math, so be ready for that. Otherwise, being in NROTC is not very demanding academically or physically. You're not PT-ing every day, although I suppose different units can have different PT programs going on. You will, I believe, be required to pass the regular PT standards. You even mentioning "advanced PE" in your post worries me, but as long as you run a bit, do some situps and pushups, the unit should be able to do the rest of the work and get you to where you need to be.

For the most part, you're a regular student who drills after school once a week, has an extra class to take every quarter/semester, and has other commitments (NROTC clubs/obligations), and also will have some or all summers dedicated to cruise-type activities. Other than that, you are a regular student, with the caveat that ultimately, you're accountable to your unit. So behave accordingly.

I don't know what your grades are like, but be prepared to keep a decent gpa--I believe the scholarships require a min to keep them. And usually if you fail or withdraw from a class, you may find yourself in NROTC study hall every day, if your unit has one of those. But generally speaking, IMO, ROTC is the absolute easiest and most painless way of getting a commission.

AOC was great too....down to pensacola for 16 weeks....out to Saufley....then Whiting....then Ellyson......then wings.....all toll....started may of 71.....commissioned Aug 71 ....wings oct 72.....boy was that the life....actually takes a lot less time than ROTC as they take your summers too. dont know if the AOC program is around still though.....check it out.... and GOOD LUCK!

 

[picklesuit]

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