How Competitive Is The Program? What Are The Requirements?

The Navy ROTC scholarship is highly competitive. You must meet a number of requirements, including:

Must be a U.S. citizen
Must be a high school graduate
Meet the required SAT and/or ACT scores. The minimum SAT scores are 550 Critical Reading, 540 Math (1100 combined), and the minimum ACT scores are 21 Math, 22 English (44 combined).*
Be between 17-23 years of age by Sept. 1 of the year starting college
Have no criminal record
Be physically/medically qualified by Navy standards
Be admitted to an approved NROTC college or university

Check out the NROTC’s site for a full list of requirements for program entrance, SAT/ACT eligibility, specifics on academic/physical/medical, military commitment, and more.

Although the Navy ROTC scholarship is highly competitive, if you are dedicated, motivated and resourceful, there is a place for you here.

APPLY & LEARN MORE

You may start the application process during the second semester of your junior year of high school. Apply and learn more about the Navy ROTC program on their website. The earlier you submit your application, the better your chance of attending the school of your choice.

Interested in other ways to serve in the Navy? Learn more about other educational opportunities, career options, and other ways to become a Commissioned Officer.