What are the specific courses that I must take if I join the NROTC program?

Navy Option:

  • Two Calculus Courses
  • Two Calculus-based Physics Courses
  • Two writing intensive English courses
  • One American Military History or National Security Policy course
  • One Regional/Cultural Studies course
  • Eight Naval Science courses (one per semester)[c1]


​Marine Option:

  • Two writing intensive English courses
  • One American Military History or National Security Policy course
  • Six Naval Science courses[c2]


Note: AP credits can fulfill some of these requirements. However, at least one Calculus and one Physics course must be taken in the collegiate environment.

What types of academic support does the NROTC unit provide?
The NROTC unit provides professional tutoring in calculus and physics at no cost to the student. Additionally, we require all incoming freshman and anyone struggling to participate in weekly study hours. Each midshipman is also assigned to a class advisor. The class advisor is an active duty lieutenant who provides advice about school and NROTC while keeping the big picture in mind. The advisor will ensure each midshipman is on track to complete degree and program requirements.