ROTC Scholarship Program

The Department of the Army grants scholarships to selected outstanding students enrolled in the ROTC Program. The scholarships, ranging from two to four years, include full tuition and laboratory fees, approximately $300 a year for textbooks, and a living allowance of up to $1,000 for each academic year that the scholarship is in effect. In addition, ROTC scholarship students receive approximately $700 for attending Advanced Camp.

Organizations

Pershing Rifle Society: This military society was organized at the University during the 1958-59 school year. It takes pride in its membership and strives for leadership, sharpness, neatness, and individual and unit achievements. Its members are carefully selected by a Board of senior members. The Precision Drill Team is an integral part of the Society. The Pershing Rifle Society is recognized throughout the US as Company P-16 of the 16th Regiment.

Association of the United States Army (AUSA): This Society, organized at the University in 1959, is open to all cadets. AUSA has assumed the basic task of enhancing the public image of the ROTC through civil activities and public information campaigns. AUSA participates in annual Blood and Cancer Fund Drives, high school orientations, and other civic action projects. The Sponsor Platoon is responsible for civil activities, public information, and recruiting. The Bulldog Platoon is responsible for operational plans and training. AUSA is recognized throughout the US by the designation of Bulldog Company.

C.I. Rangers: Founded in 1962, the C.I. Rangers is a military society which develops physical fitness and mental alertness, fosters “esprit de corps” among all ROTC cadets, develops military skills and tactical expertise in order to complement the tactical training and leadership training offered by the ROTC Program. It improves leadership and management abilities, as well as the English language proficiency of its members insuring their success in the ROTC Program, at Advanced Camp, and as commissioned officers. It also supports the ROTC program at detachment ceremonies, demonstrations, and recruiting/retention activities.



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ARMY ROTC
PO BOX 9026
Mayagüez PR 00681

Major Raul Padilla , Enrollment Officer
Army ROTC Detachment
Phone: 787.833.0171/0054
email: rpadilla@uprm.edu

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