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There are several ways to become an Army Officer: OCS, Direct Commission, and ROTC. What many people don't know is that there is an Early Commissioning Program at the New Mexico Military Institute. Cadets going through this program become 2nd Lieutenants in two years compared to the traditional four year ROTC program and in some cases the five or six year prep/academy path. All are good, however, for some the Military Junior College is a good fit to get the same commission.
There are four other MJC's in the USA and each have their advantages. Just like the four year programs it is important to compare the schools to find the best fit. In terms of size, facilities, quality, opportunities, and cost NMMI is VERY competitive!
As the western most military college in the United States NMMI is geographically unique (Roswell, NM ...yes home of the 1947 Roswell Incident UFO crash). We hosted students from 48 different states and 16 different countries in SY2010-2011. In addition, we have sponsored preps from each of the five service academies, some who are dual track meaning they are "prepping" while enrolled in the ECP in the event they are not selected for an academy appoinment.
If you are interested in learning more about this unique opportunity then check us out at www.nmmi.edu/rotc
There are four other MJC's in the USA and each have their advantages. Just like the four year programs it is important to compare the schools to find the best fit. In terms of size, facilities, quality, opportunities, and cost NMMI is VERY competitive!
As the western most military college in the United States NMMI is geographically unique (Roswell, NM ...yes home of the 1947 Roswell Incident UFO crash). We hosted students from 48 different states and 16 different countries in SY2010-2011. In addition, we have sponsored preps from each of the five service academies, some who are dual track meaning they are "prepping" while enrolled in the ECP in the event they are not selected for an academy appoinment.
If you are interested in learning more about this unique opportunity then check us out at www.nmmi.edu/rotc