Guidance sought

[2022 Mom]

Newbie here. DS is a rising senior and plans to apply to NROTC-MO and AROTC. He started NRTOC-MO application and sent email to contact given by HS Counselor but has not heard back. A friend received same contact info when seeking info about Navy ROTC - could that be correct? Under the impression that for Marine option application has to be reviewed by Marine before submitting and PT test conducted by Marine (no AD or HS Coach).

DS would like to be considered for 1st board so would like to finish everything this summer. SATs, GPA and PT (just finishing Track season) are all good right now. How long does it normally take from contact to interview, PT, etc ?

Thank you in advance for your guidance - I am sure there will be more questions

 

[VisionofConflux]

My advice after going through the AROTC scholarship process is to put forth your best application rather than aim to be on the first of many boards held throughout the academic year.

 

[2022 Mom]

Absolutely! He is not just rushing to be first but that he is in a good place right now and this summer. He is taking SATs again tomorrow so that should probably wrap it up for those. GPA is great with AP and IB classes and established club positions (NHS, Pres and VP of different clubs, Captain in XC) set for this upcoming Senior year so not much will change. Just coming off Track season so in good shape right now for PT. He will also apply for AROTC also when it opens on June 12.

Waiting to hear from Marine recruiter before submitting application. Any idea how long that generally takes? I imagine summer is a busy time for them just don't want to "waste" time if he should have reached out somewhere else.

TIA

 

[kinnem]

You might try reaching out to your nearest recruiting station. When doing so make clear he's interested in NROTC and not in enlisting. Also, don't fall for the trope that enlisting will increase your DS's odds of being selected for a scholarship. There's always a few recruiters out there who care more about meeting their quota, which is, in fact, what they're paid to do.

Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps - Home Page

 

[Capt MJ]

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Newbie here. DS is a rising senior and plans to apply to NROTC-MO and AROTC. He started NRTOC-MO application and sent email to contact given by HS Counselor but has not heard back. A friend received same contact info when seeking info about Navy ROTC - could that be correct? Under the impression that for Marine option application has to be reviewed by Marine before submitting and PT test conducted by Marine (no AD or HS Coach).

DS would like to be considered for 1st board so would like to finish everything this summer. SATs, GPA and PT (just finishing Track season) are all good right now. How long does it normally take from contact to interview, PT, etc ?

Thank you in advance for your guidance - I am sure there will be more questions

This is the link to get to a Marine Officer contact. The local shopping center recruiting office staff will be focused on enlisted personnel recruitment and may not be the best source for officer programs. A Marine Corps Selection Officer is the right contact.

Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps - Home Page

 

[airborne1030]

My DD was selected for both scholarships. You will work with a Marine recruiter with the NROTC-MO. However, you do not need to enlist. @kinnem is correct in that they will encourage your DS to enlist in order to improve his chances. Enlisting is not a requirement.

With the NROTC-MO, it’s likely your DS will start the process earlier. Also, all NROTC-MO scholarships are 4 year scholarships, and pilot slots are projected 4 years out by the USMC, which is promising if your son is interested in being a pilot.

Physical fitness is key to be selected, and they expect midshipmen to striving for a max score on the PFT. I would not submit an application until his PFT is as close to maxing it as possible. Plus, have him practice for the NROTC-MO board interview.

 

[KingZunzie]

From my experience, and from talking to others, NROTC-MO recruiter experiences are varied. Lots of frustration with more than a few. My advice is to be persistent and knowledgeable. It's great that your DS is starting early, so he should be all set, but don't be afraid to follow up with emails and calls. Unfortunately, if your DS is not on top of it, things may fall through the cracks. That said, some recruiters are fantastic, and make the process go smoothly.

 

[NJROTC-CC]

My DS just started his NROTC-MO scholarship application. Once he registered and started the application he was given a recruiting contact who is an officer program recruiter, a Navy Captain in a city across the State. This is not a local enlisted recruiter who might try to entice DS to enlist. The assigned recruiter will be your contact to ask questions. Your local high school guidance counselor most likely doesn’t know beans about the process. Ours sure doesn’t. Also, as mentioned, don’t finalyze and submit the application until ready to take the PRT because they can call him any time and he needs to be ready.

 

[EEBTTF]

My advice after going through the AROTC scholarship process is to put forth your best application rather than aim to be on the first of many boards held throughout the academic year.

NROTC-MO is different than AROTC. There are only 2 Boards and your application is reviewed at each Board (unlike AROTC where you are only reviewed once). You can also re-take the PFT and/or SAT/ACT in between boards. With that being said, I would strive to get the best package together for the 1st Board if possible. The majority of MO scholarships are awarded on the 2nd Board.

 

[2022 Mom]

You might try reaching out to your nearest recruiting station. When doing so make clear he's interested in NROTC and not in enlisting. Also, don't fall for the trope that enlisting will increase your DS's odds of being selected for a scholarship. There's always a few recruiters out there who care more about meeting their quota, which is, in fact, what they're paid to do.

Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps - Home Page

Thank you for the tip!

 

[NJROTC-CC]

Thank you for the tip!

You might try reaching out to your nearest recruiting station. When doing so make clear he's interested in NROTC and not in enlisting. Also, don't fall for the trope that enlisting will increase your DS's odds of being selected for a scholarship. There's always a few recruiters out there who care more about meeting their quota, which is, in fact, what they're paid to do.

Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps - Home Page

Sorry to disagree, but don’t reach out to a local recruiter. Either start the application and they will assign an officers recruiter, or you can contact Navy ROTC in Pensacola and find out who the officers recruiter is in your area. The local recruiters have one goal. Get boots to Paris Island or San Diego.

 

[2022 Mom]

My DD was selected for both scholarships. You will work with a Marine recruiter with the NROTC-MO. However, you do not need to enlist. @kinnem is correct in that they will encourage your DS to enlist in order to improve his chances. Enlisting is not a requirement.

With the NROTC-MO, it’s likely your DS will start the process earlier. Also, all NROTC-MO scholarships are 4 year scholarships, and pilot slots are projected 4 years out by the USMC, which is promising if your son is interested in being a pilot.

Physical fitness is key to be selected, and they expect midshipmen to striving for a max score on the PFT. I would not submit an application until his PFT is as close to maxing it as possible. Plus, have him practice for the NROTC-MO board interview.

Thank you very much!

 

[2022 Mom]

Sorry to disagree, but don’t reach out to a local recruiter. Either start the application and they will assign an officers recruiter, or you can contact Navy ROTC in Pensacola and find out who the officers recruiter is in your area. The local recruiters have one goal. Get boots to Paris Island or San Diego.

Well, not off to a good start - two numbers from the link above (the map) for Locate a Coordinator - in Maryland are "No Longer in Service".
The Quantico number is no response (but it is Saturday) but no "leave a message, or press #1" . Does anyone know if there is a NROTC-MO Coordinator at the Naval Academy as we are closest to the Academy? I do not see the Pensacola listed on the coordinator map for Florida either. I am sensing the frustration mentioned above already.

 

[EEBTTF]

Sorry to disagree, but don’t reach out to a local recruiter. Either start the application and they will assign an officers recruiter, or you can contact Navy ROTC in Pensacola and find out who the officers recruiter is in your area. The local recruiters have one goal. Get boots to Paris Island or San Diego.

@kinnem is correct. It is a good practice to reach out to your local RSS to introduce yourself, work-out with the poolees... The local RSS will most likely be handling a portion of your paperwork as well. It is also likely that they will be involved in evaluating your PFT. Another point is that, in most cases, your local RSS will fall up under the Coordinator that you are assigned to. They will be fully aware of your purpose being there. Just make sure you are clear on your intent when contacting them

My DS had a great experience and found his time at the local RSS invaluable in his application process.

 

[EEBTTF]

Well, not off to a good start - two numbers from the link above (the map) for Locate a Coordinator - in Maryland are "No Longer in Service".
The Quantico number is no response (but it is Saturday) but no "leave a message, or press #1" . Does anyone know if there is a NROTC-MO Coordinator at the Naval Academy as we are closest to the Academy? I do not see the Pensacola listed on the coordinator map for Florida either. I am sensing the frustration mentioned above already.

There is most likely not a NROTC-MO Coordinator at USNA. This is the time of year that many positions are changing out - so there may be some new Coordinators transitioning in. Are you in USMC District 1 or 4 (assuming you are near Annapolis). The District staff should be able to point you in the right direction.

 

[Capt MJ]

Well, not off to a good start - two numbers from the link above (the map) for Locate a Coordinator - in Maryland are "No Longer in Service".
The Quantico number is no response (but it is Saturday) but no "leave a message, or press #1" . Does anyone know if there is a NROTC-MO Coordinator at the Naval Academy as we are closest to the Academy? I do not see the Pensacola listed on the coordinator map for Florida either. I am sensing the frustration mentioned above already.

See link below. The nearest Marine regional/district recruiting staff is in Baltimore. There is a pull down for officer selection contacts. Failing that, your son should try to get someone on the phone in Baltimore, preferably an officer, who deals with NROTC, and your son should be clear on his desire for immediate college and the NROTC-MO path.

1st Marine Corps District

 

[2022 Mom]

There is most likely not a NROTC-MO Coordinator at USNA. This is the time of year that many positions are changing out - so there may be some new Coordinators transitioning in. Are you in USMC District 1 or 4 (assuming you are near Annapolis). The District staff should be able to point you in the right direction.

Actually, I was wondering if we were District 1 or District 4 too - We do live closer to Annapolis than Baltimore.

One link: 1st Marine Corps District > Units > Recruiting Station Baltimore - opens to this page with no tel number yet under "Contact us tab" brings me to District 1 in NY page.



The Locate a Recruiter link: https://www.netc.navy.mil/Commands/Naval-Service-Training-Command/NROTC/Locate-Coordinator/
opens to a page listing all stations - this is the closest to us - says Baltimore but with an Elkridge, MD address- and the tel number is not in Service.



I am sorry for all the questions and challenges. Did someone say this process can be frustrating. Yikes. I cannot even find a POC to get started. Help!

 

[2022 Mom]

Actually, I was wondering if we were District 1 or District 4 too - We do live closer to Annapolis than Baltimore.

One link: 1st Marine Corps District > Units > Recruiting Station Baltimore - opens to this page with no tel number yet under "Contact us tab" brings me to District 1 in NY page.

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The Locate a Recruiter link: https://www.netc.navy.mil/Commands/Naval-Service-Training-Command/NROTC/Locate-Coordinator/
opens to a page listing all stations - this is the closest to us - says Baltimore but with an Elkridge, MD address- and the tel number is not in Service.

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I am sorry for all the questions and challenges. Did someone say this process can be frustrating. Yikes. I cannot even find a POC to get started. Help!

One has Baltimore as 1st marine District but the other one has Baltimore as 4th MC District

 

[EEBTTF]

One has Baltimore as 1st marine District but the other one has Baltimore as 4th MC District

Maybe just call The RS in Baltimore. They can point you in the right direction.

For clarification - what questions do you have that you need to contact a coordinator at this point? Has your DS started the application? As has been stated above, once you actually start the application, you will be sent an email assigning you with a Coordinator. Once your application is submitted and complete, you will be contacted to schedule your PFT and interview. My DS had very little contact if any with his Coordinator prior to application submission. He did have a lot of interaction with the staff at the local RSS. The local staff were the ones that helped with all of the extra paperwork that is required once your application is submitted. Please let me know if you have specific questions about the process, I will be glad to assist.

 

[2022 Mom]

Maybe just call The RS in Baltimore. They can point you in the right direction.

For clarification - what questions do you have that you need to contact a coordinator at this point? Has your DS started the application? As has been stated above, once you actually start the application, you will be sent an email assigning you with a Coordinator. Once your application is submitted and complete, you will be contacted to schedule your PFT and interview. My DS had very little contact if any with his Coordinator prior to application submission. He did have a lot of interaction with the staff at the local RSS. The local staff were the ones that helped with all of the extra paperwork that is required once your application is submitted. Please let me know if you have specific questions about the process, I will be glad to assist.

Thank you so much for your offer to assist. It is much appreciated. My reasoning for contact/liaison soon was that I thought I read somewhere that the Marine officer had to review and or sign off on your application before it can be submitted.

If that is not the case then he is almost ready to submit with the knowledge that he needs to be prepared for the PFT and interview at any time. Thank you .

2 more quick questions please....
1. DS took the SATs today and looks like results won't come out until mid July. If he submits his application before that, Is he allowed to "update" his application with the newer scores if they are better?
2. Does NROTC-MO and or AROTC superscore SATs?

Thank you all!