Army ROTC
Army ROTC is a national college program that prepares you to lead as an Army Officer while you earn your degree! Since 1916, the ROTC program has been the largest avenue for those wishing to become Army Officers and continues to commission half a million Officers yearly. ROTC allows college students to work towards a degree of their choosing and have the full college experience while at the same time receiving the best leadership training and experience in the country!
In Army ROTC, you’ll hone your physical fitness and leadership skills, and have opportunities for mentorship and real-world experience. Whether you’re planning a career in the Army or the Civilian World, Army ROTC prepares you for the future and arms you for success!
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Why Army ROTC at Stetson University?
When it comes to preparing for the future, few organizations match Army ROTC. From day one, you’ll be maximizing your potential and building your confidence, self-discipline, leadership ability, and teamwork skills that will help you in any path you choose. Additionally, Army ROTC offers the full college experience, paid tuition, and immediate employment upon graduation in the Active Duty Army, Army Reserve, or National Guard. Throughout your time in college, you’ll benefit from unique mentorship and training from a corps of highly experienced Army Officers and Soldiers. If you are interested in learning, check out our program on Instagram or reach out to our recruiter
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"Army ROTC pushes me to be the best version of myself physically, mentally, and as a leader. It’s been a transformative experience that has instilled in me values of integrity, selfless service, and teamwork, all of which I will carry with me throughout my career and life."
Cliff Deitelbaum ’27, Corporate Finance, Accounting, and Professional Sales
"ROTC has been instrumental in my success at Stetson and beyond, shaping my leadership skills, discipline, and ability to manage complex responsibilities effectively. The program has taught me how to lead with confidence and make decisive choices under pressure, allowing me to succeed as a Student and Soldier."
Erik Eisold ’25, Finance
Career Outcomes
Joining the Army ROTC Program and completing the course means committing several years of service in the Active Duty Army, Army Reserve, or Army National Guard. You may choose to serve in several different branches of the Army ranging from Combat Arms Branches to Logistics and Combat Support Branches. After your service in the Active Duty Army or choose to serve in the Reserve or Guard, the skills you learned can be used in numerous different careers in the Civilian Sector.
Army ROTC is led and instructed by several Active Duty members of the US Army with decades of experience ranging from Aviation, Logistics, and beyond. These cadre instruct and mentor cadets in leadership, professionalism, tactics, and more throughout their time in Army ROTC.
- LTC Jerome Reitano, Professor of Military Science
- MSG Johnathan Avery, Assistant Professor of Military Science
Army ROTC cadets will have several obligations as part of the program:
- Attend Physical Training three days a week (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday)
- Attend weekly Leadership Labs
- Attend weekly Military Science Classes (Count as regular elective classes with credits)
- Maintain at least a 2.0 GPA
Cadet Summer Training
- Every summer, the Junior Classes of every Army ROTC in the nation are sent to Fort Knox, KY, to be assessed on their Individual Soldier Skills and Leadership Ability
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