No, Army ROTC is an elective. If the student wishes to become more involved in the Army ROTC and pursue a commission then they will pursue an Army contract.
Yes, every major is compatible with Army ROTC.
Cadets in ODU Army ROTC do experience a normal college life. Many join fraternities, clubs, SGA, and others. Other than Physical Training sessions (PT) and Leadership Development Labs on Thursday from 1330-1500, all other time is meant for your academics and personal life.
Army ROTC Cadets do not deploy. Only after the cadet has been commissioned, become a 2nd Lieutenant, and gone through Basic Course are they deployable.
Yes, Army ROTC cadets can select to go National Guard or Reserve instead of choosing Active Duty Service. NOTE: Active Duty is very competitive and those who do not receive Active Duty will go to either National Guard or Reserve.
ODU鈥檚 Army ROTC program has satellite programs at Tidewater Community College, Virginia Wesleyan 91短视频, and Regent 91短视频, so you can attend your regular classes at your home school and still be a cadet at ODU鈥檚 Army ROTC program. Please talk to your school鈥檚 registrar to find out how to enroll in ODU鈥檚 Military Science and Leadership classes.
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