How can I enroll in Army ROTC?

Contact LTC Chuck Arneson about how you too can become a Cadet at Wright State.
Phone him at (937) 775-3841 or email him at
charles.arneson@wright.edu

Introduction

Thank you for your interest in Wright State Army ROTC! I am LTC Chuck Arneson, the Admission and Scholarship Officer for the Military Science Department at Wright State University. As you know Army ROTC is a unique and special program that allows qualified college students to earn a commission as an US Army Officer while completing their college degree. You take an Army ROTC class just like any other college class, it’s that simple. You don’t sign a contract, enlist, or join the military; you take an AROTC course to earn college credit for most degree programs. However there are misconceptions about the AROTC program, the most common ones are: 1) “enlisting” - you aren't enlisting or join the US Army (that would occur at the time of your commission and graduation), normally there isn't any obligation until you start your junior year, and 2) “Boot Camp” - you don't go to Army Basic Training or "Boot Camp", in fact over 85% of the training is done on campus during the school year. The first two years of the program is called the Basic Course, and anyone can take AROTC these classes. To continue in the program, which is called the Advanced Course, you must qualify based on academics, being physically fit, medically qualified, high moral and ethic character, a strong desire to earn your commission, and demonstrated leadership potential.

If you believe you are academically competitive, want to achieve your mental and physical potential, and possess a desire to serve your country as a US Army Officer take a Military Science class this quarter. As an example, an incoming freshman attending the Summer On-Campus Advising and Registration (SOAR) the best plan is to register for the freshmen Military Science course, MIL 111, Introduction to Military Science I. By taking the military science class and participating more fully in the other leadership development training we offer you an opportunity to prove yourself and pre-qualify for a possible on-campus scholarship that pays for tuition and fees, a $900 book allowance, and a $300 to $500 tax-free monthly stipend during the school year. Moreover, we have campus based three and two year scholarships for college freshmen and sophomore students that take the challenge and demonstrate they have scholar, athlete, and leader potential.

I would recommend you call me to discuss your personal situation and needs over the phone and/or schedule an appointment on campus in my office. My work phone number is 937-775-3841 or you can reach me through my cell phone at (937) 416-3488. This way we can answer your questions directly, and if you are interested in the Advanced Course, ensure you are qualified to earn a commission. We know everyone’s situation and needs are unique therefore when we sit down to talk with you we listen and help you design a program that best fits your schedule and lifestyle. Our pledge to you is always be available to discuss your individual situation and understand your needs and goals to determine if our prestigious leadership development program is right for you. Thanks for you interest, now let Army ROTC help you achieve your mental and physical best by taking the next step of visiting our department at 328 Fawcett Hall and talking to an instructor!

To learn more about all the opportunities AROTC offers students go to: Army ROTC.