Army ROTC

**What makes Army ROTC different?** The Army has a wide range of careers in more places around the world than any other U.S. military branch. Army ROTC offers mentorship, shadowing opportunities, and real-world leadership training while still having the full college experience. Army Officer salaries are generally comparable with mid- to senior-level corporate executives. However, when you consider [additional benefits](https://www.goarmy.com/benefits/while-you-serve) like free health care for full-time Soldiers, as well as allowances for housing and food, opportunities to get an advanced degree without incurring debt, 30 days paid leave every year, and more financial benefits, the Army is more competitive than similar civilian careers. Take a look at these [pay tables](https://www.goarmy.com/benefits/while-you-serve/money-pay) to see current salaries. **If I enroll in Army ROTC, what is my future service obligation?** Enrolling in the ROTC Basic Course (the first two years of college) does not obligate you to serve unless you receive a scholarship. If you received a four-year ROTC scholarship, you must agree to serve four years full-time as an Army Officer after you graduate and then either extend your contract for four more years or serve four more years with the Individual Ready Reserve (IRR) where you’ll return to civilian life but need to be ready to help in a national emergency. If you received ROTC scholarships, you will potentially have a four-year full-time or eight-year part-time employment contract.