About
Virginia Tech's Corps of Cadets is a leadership development program whose mission is to graduate leaders of exemplary character and equip them with the values and skills essential for success. With prestigious alumni that include seven Medal of Honor winners and over 100 graduates promoted to General and Flag Officer rank, we also foster leadership that can be applied successfully in business, industry, and public service.
The Corps upholds the university values of Duty, Brotherhood, Service, Honor, Sacrifice, Loyalty, Leadership, and Ut Prosim. Being part of this great tradition will lay a foundation for a fulfilling and productive college career, friendships that will last a lifetime, and future leadership opportunities.
Navy ROTC requires midshipmen to take two semesters each of scientific notation Calculus and Calculus-based Physics, regardless of major. These courses must be taken at Virginia Tech - for more details on the classes that fulfill these requirements, please see the current handbook.
Marine Option midshipmen are not required to complete the technical requirements of Navy Option students.
However, all students are required to complete the full complement of Naval Science courses, including MN 1004 - Intro to Naval Science which first-year cadets should enroll in.
From squad leaders to cadre positions to regimental posts, being part of Naval ROTC at Virginia Tech affords students a number of opportunities to grow as a leader and develop valuable skills for future military and civilian success.
Students who complete the required Naval Science and specified academic courses, successfully complete Summer Training Cruise requirements, qualify as at least a Third Class swimmer, meet physical and medical standards, and earn an accredited baccalaureate degree are eligible for an active commission in the U.S. Navy. The Professor of Naval Science must submit a recommendation for any student to be commissioned.
Marine Option students are also required to have a favorable MOI recommendation to receive a commission.
