Enrich your PennWest University experience even more by enrolling in the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC). You’ll master your leadership skills while learning what it’s like to become an officer in the U.S. Army.

Whether you attend classes on campus or 100% online, you'll receive the career-boosting education you need and the flexibility and support you deserve. We serve veterans, eligible dependents, service members of the National Guard and Reserve, and active-duty service members by helping them:

Why ROTC at PennWest?

Each campus’ Department of Military Science provides a program of leadership development which prepares college men and women for service as Officers in the United States Army. After graduation, they serve as commissioned officers on active duty, or as an officer in an Army Reserve or National Guard unit.

Program Objectives

The primary objective of the ROTC program is to commission the future officer leadership of the U.S. Army. In peace or war, this is one of the most important missions that can be undertaken. Upon completing the ROTC Program, you will be commissioned as a second lieutenant, with the promise of an active career in the armed forces for the next 20 to 30 years.

Benefits of ROTC

If you complete the Advanced ROTC program, you will achieve three significant accomplishments during your collegiate career:

Whether you are getting ready to embark on your academic career, want to earn an advanced degree, or are interested in a certificate to expand your job opportunities, it’s an exciting time to be at PennWest. You’ll find experienced faculty mentors, and programs and courses tailored just for you.

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