Florida State University's Army Reserve Officers' Training Corps is a college elective that teaches cadets the skills needed to be successful leaders and Army officers. The program combines classroom time with hands-on experience for cadets to learn leadership and tactical skills. Because it's an elective, students can try it out as a freshman and sophomore (MS-I and MS-II) without incurring any obligation to serve in the military. If cadets decide they are up to the challenge of leading in the world's best armed forces, they continue on to the advanced courses (MS-III) and (MS-IV) of Army ROTC while completing their degree.
For cadets who choose to contract, Army ROTC has many additional benefits. By contracting, cadets are ensured a job for four years (or more) in even the worst job market. Contracted cadets are also provided a monthly stipend to aid with college expenses (based on year in college). Cadets who study a critical language are given a further stipend each semester to reward them for challenging themselves. Additionally, contracted cadets have the opportunity to compete for Army scholarships. These scholarships come in many different lengths, so cadets may easily be under scholarship for the remainder of their time at FSU.
Upon successful completion of all Army ROTC and baccalaureate degree requirements, cadets are commissioned as second lieutenants in the United States Army, Army Reserves or National Guard. Whatever cadets decide, the experience they gain in Army ROTC gives them the confidence to be a success in college and beyond.