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I'm almost sure I have seen this question answered previously in this forum, but I was unable to locate the string utilizing the search function. I also did not find the answer after reviewing the AROTC contract (DA Form 597-3). I seem to recall that there is a time limit after initial...

I can't believe it has been almost 5 years since we first found this site, when DS was just submitting his various applications. He graduated Saturday with his degree in Mechanical Engineering, and later that evening commissioned as a 2LT. Since he requested and received Army Reserve he was...

DS is an MS4, finishing up his senior year. However, since he is an engineering major, he will require one extra semester in order to complete his degree. His 104R since his freshman year has ALWAYS reflected this extra semester, and has always been approved by the PMS. As such, I was always...

DS is entering his MS4 year, but because he is an engineering major he will need an extra semester to finish his degree. That last semester is covered on his 104R, so he should be fine on his scholarship being extended. Does anyone know if his stipend will extend through that extra semester as...

Just dropped DS off at airport enroute to LDAC. Airline made him pay $60 baggage fee for his duffel bags - said the military waiver did not apply because he "only" has a Reserve ID. Showed them his orders, but it made no difference. Make sure your cadets are prepared to pay the fee at check-in...

DS is in first regiment for the new LDAC at Ft. Knox. Battalion gave him orders with flight arrangements to Louisville, but no mention as to what he should do when he gets there. I realize that no one yet knows how things will be done for Knox, but I told him that based upon my experience they...

DS got his orders and travel info for AROTC LDAC today. They told him he needs to go to a military installation near our home and obtain an ID (CAC) card prior to departure. We live near major Navy bases so that's no problem, but they gave him no paperwork to take in order to obtain the CAC...

Tried to search but didn't find this specific answer. Does a contracted AROTC cadet receive his or her monthly stipend for the entire year, or do the payments cease during the summer months? Thanks

According to an article this morning on the Army's official website, Army.mil, a determination has been made that the current 3 event Army Physical Fitness Test will be retained for the forseeable future. While a new 5 event APFT has been extensively tested for the past year, and many felt that...

Is the PMS still the approval authority for a freshman AROTC 3 year AD to change majors, or does it have to go to Cadet Command? Thanks

I apologize because I know this has been discussed, but I guess I'm too stupid to effective utilize the search function on this site. Do contracted ROTC cadets receive a regular military ID card? Are they entitled to any military benefits other than their scholarship award and stipend, e.g...

Son's DoDMERB status changed last night. He was already qualified for one of the academies, but now they have added US Army ROTC as a new agency, and it indicates "under DoDMERB Review." I recall that for prior boards folks have posted that the DoDMERB change was the first indication of good...

Objee, Now that the application deadline for RA has passed, would you be willing to provide us with the number of applicants to be considered (EA1 deferrals, EA2 deferrals, and reg admission) and the approximate number of spots remaining to be filled? Thanks

If an AROTC 4 yr scholarship recipient elects initially to use their scholarship for room and board rather than tuition, can they change that election in the second or subsequent years to tuition payment, or are they stuck with the initial election for the entire 4 years? (Tried researching old...

We have searched and read through some of the old threads looking for the answer to how the various payments are made. It appears that the monthly stipend and the book allowance are directly deposited into the cadet's private bank account, but the tuition payments are made directly to the...

Would appreciate some help understanding one aspect of the AROTC scholarship. Have attempted a forum search but the answer still isn't clear to me. We realize that NROTC awards scholarships on the basis of tiers AND schools, and that AFROTC awards by type but recipient can go to any school...

Son applied only to his first choice service academy, thereby putting "all his eggs in one basket." He has strong credentials, but of course so does everyone else. Unfortunately, he was not selected for early admission, but he will be considered again during the regular admission period. He...

I realize that most of the questions in this particular forum relate to scholarships, but we were hoping that some of you may be able to answer a question based on your ROTC experience. Son is an applicant to a service academy, but is preparing his backup plan should he not receive an...

Just FYI, the December 2010 issue of Proceedings magazine, the professional naval journal published by the U. S. Naval Institute, is their annual "Merchant Marine" issue. I just got mine, and found numerous articles that might be of interest to USMMA cadets and parents. I'm not positive, but...

Son got a big, fat envelope from USCGA admissions today. Thinking that summer1942 might have been on to something when he/she posted that the Early Action One letters were coming out sooner than expected, we ripped into it to find...a beautiful, glossy brochure inviting son to consider applying...