Cornell University, Army ROTC

Army Scholarships

Army Scholarships are a great way to pay for your education, and they aren't just for Freshmen! There are many scholarship programs available, find out which is right for you:

If you are a high school student planning on attending a four year college click here.

If you are a currently attending a four year college or are planning on entering a two year masters program click here.

If you are an Active Duty Soldier and would like to begin or complete a college education click here.

If you are in the National Guard or Reserves and would like a guaranteed Reserve or Guard commission click here.

Scholarships for High School Students
High School Students can apply online for a four year Army ROTC Scholarship. This Scholarship includes full tuition in a four year undergraduate program, $1200 per year in book money, and a monthly stipend that increases each academic year.

Monthly Stipend Values:
1st Year: $300 per month
2nd Year: $350 per month
3rd Year: $450 per month
4th Year: $500 per month

At Cornell University's current tuition rates this total scholarship package is worth more than $149,000 dollars! At Elmira College, the school will supplement our full tuition scholarship with an additional grant for living expenses making the package total value more than $165,000!

We understand that choosing to serve in the military is a hard decision to make for many High School Seniors, but we try to make the decision easier. If you recieve a four year scholarship and later decide that you are not cut out for Army life, you can quit the program before the end of your freshman year with no obligation to serve in the Army and no requirement to repay.

Although we would like to give every ROTC student a scholarship, they are competitive. Our Scholarships are all merit based and not need based. We evaluate students according to three merit categories: Scholar, Athlete, and Leader. We encourage all of our applicants to not only strive for academic excellence, but participate in clubs and sports, as well as student government and volunteer groups. There are also minimum requirements for scholarship applicants. In order to recieve a scholarship you must meet the following standards:

Scholarship Minimum Requirements:
Be a U.S. citizen
Be between ages 17 and 31
Have a high school cummulative GPA of at least 2.50
Have a high school diploma or equivalent
Score a minimum of 920 on the SAT or 19 on the ACT
Meet physical standards
Agree to accept a commission and serve in the Army on Active, Reserve, or National Guard Duty

Apply Today! Applying for the Scholarship is not in anyway binding. If you recieve the scholarship you can always decline it at a later date. The Scholarship application is available online. Click here to get started!
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Scholarships for College Students
If you are currently enrolled in a four year institution or are enrolled in a two year institution with a planned transfer to a four year institution you may be eligible for a four, three, or two year full tuition scholarship. This scholarship is identical to the four year scholarship we offer high school students and includes full tuition and student fees, $1200 per year for books, and up to $500 per month in tax free stipend.

In order to recieve this scholarship you must meet the following requirements:

Scholarship Minimum Requirements:
Be a U.S. citizen
Be between ages 17 and 31
Have a college cummulative GPA of at least 2.50
Have a high school diploma or equivalent
Score a minimum of 920 on the SAT or 19 on the ACT
Meet physical standards
Agree to accept a commission and serve in the Army on Active, Reserve, or National Guard Duty

You may also be required to complete the Leaders Training Course in order to qualify. Click here for more information regarding the Leaders Training Course.

If you are attending or plan to transfer to Cornell University, Ithaca College, Elmira College, Wells College, Binghamton University, or SUNY Cortland, contact us to begin the scholarship application process.
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Scholarships for Active Duty Soldiers
As an active duty soldier you may be eligible for a commission through the Green to Gold Program. The Green to Gold program allows you to obtain your baccalaureate degree through one of two methods.

1) Green to Gold Scholarship Option - For Soldiers who are considering leaving active duty to attend college.
2) Green to Gold Active Duty Option - For Soldiers who want to remain on active duty and attend college.

Soldiers who have two to four years of college remaining to complete their degree are considered for a two to four year scholarship. The benefits of this scholarship are:

Green to Gold Scholarship Benefits:
Tuition or room and board support
Additional money for textbooks, supplies, and equipment
A monthly stipend increasing each academic year
If qualified, Mongomery G.I. Bill / Army College Fund benifits

In order to recieve a Green to Gold Scholarship, you must meet the following requirements:

Green to Gold Scholarship Requirements:
U.S. Citizen
Less than 31 years of age on 31 December of the year you complete all commissioning and baccalaureate degree requirements
Cannot have been convicted in a domestic violence crime
Have a minimum of 2 years Active Duty as well as 3 months of active duty for every one month of specialized training (waiverable)
GT score of 110 or greater
Pass the APFT within the last six months with a score of 180 or higher (60/60/60)
Be a High School Graduate or equivalent
Cumulative High School or College GPA of 2.5
Letter of Acceptance to Cornell or a partnership school
Letter of Acceptance from the Professor of Military Science at Cornell
Favorable National Agency Check
DODMERB Medical Qualification
Be eligible for Reenlistment
Not be a conscientious objector
No more than 3 dependents including spouse (waiverable)

If you are interested in participating in the Green to Gold program contact us right away, and we will help you get started.
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Guaranteed Reserve/National Guard Scholarships
If you are an enlisted soldier in the Reserves or National Guard a Guaranteed Reserve Scholarship may be the best option for you. As a National Guard or Reserve Soldier attending Cornell or one of our partnership schools, you can participate in the simultaneous membership program. This program will allow you to earn your commission through ROTC and continue drilling with your unit. Upon graduation you will then continue to serve in the National Guard and Reserve components of the Army. This is a great opportunity for any Reservist who would like to become an officer. Simultaneous Membership Program Benefits include:

SMP Benefits:
Earn a commission while going to college, and serve in a Reserve Component Unit
Hands-on management/leadership training
$450-500/month ROTC stipend plus $242/month drill pay
An opportunity to win a two-year or three-year full tuition scholarship

In order to recieve a Guaranteed Reserve Forces Scholarship you must meet the following requirements:

Reserve Force Scholarship Requirements:
Be a full time student, with 4 semesters remaining
Have a 2.5 or higher cumulative GPA
Be recommended by the Professor of Military Science
Be a US Citizen
Meet required medical and physical fitness standards

If you are interested in a Guaranteed Reserve Forces Scholarship Contact Us and we will help you get started. [ top ]

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Ithaca, NY 14853
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