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James Madison University
Army ROTC
Nursing Program
The James Madison University
Army ROTC
Nursing Program
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ARMY NURSE CORPS
MISSION
All actions and tasks must
lead and work toward
promoting the wellness of
Warriors and their families,
supporting the delivery of
Warrior and family healthcare,
and all those entrusted to our
care and ultimately,
positioning the Army Nurse
Corps as a force multiplier for
the future of military medicine.
Our Mission
The James Madison University “Duke”
Battalion commissions 24 Line and 2
Nurse Second Lieutenants during
fiscal year 2015 to meet US Army
leadership requirements, who can
think creatively and adaptively to lead
small unit organizations, who can
thrive in uncertainty and who will
develop the character to be better
citizens, committed to life long service
to both their community and nation
through military service.
Endstate:
An effective Army ROTC Program who turns
willing young adults into tomorrow’s leaders of
the Army, who are armed with lifelong skills to
adapt, learn, and contribute through selfless
service to their nation and community.
Perceptions Vs Reality
Reality
Perception
Nursing Program Benefits
ARMY ROTC SCHOLARSHIP
Four, three and two-year
scholarships are available.
The Army ROTC scholarship
pays 100% of tuition/fees
plus $1200/year for books.
ROTC – JMU Nursing
Partnership
Specialty Certifications
Critical Care
Emergency Nursing
OB/GYN
Preoperative
Psych/Mental Health
Community Health
6 dedicated upper program
slots
3 – Fall
3 - Spring
STIPEND
All contracted students
receive a tax-free stipend for
10 months out of the year.
$300/ month for freshmen
$350/month for sophomores
$450/month for juniors
$500/month for seniors
ROTC Time Commitment
• Classroom: 1-3 hours per week (MS level dependent).
(MSCI 101 – 1 credit class)
• Leadership Lab: 2 hours per week (hands on training).
(MSCI 100 – 1 credit lab)
• Physical Fitness Training: 3-5 hours per week.
• Cadet Company Meetings: 1 hour per week.
• Weekly Study Time & Extracurricular Events: 2-4 hours.
• Total Commitment Per Week: 9-18 hours
(dependent on MS level and leadership position).
• Leader Training Exercises (LTX): 1 weekend per
semester.
• Mandatory Summer training courses: CIET/CLC
Other Nursing Cadet Benefits
• NSTP (Nurse Summer Training Program)
• One-time payment to cover cost of
required uniforms, lab coat, shoes,
accessories, and equipment.
• Army pays for NCLEX-RN review course
(ranges from $250 - $400).
• Army pays for NCLEX-RN Test.
• Summer Cadet Leader training.
Nurse Summer Training Program
(NSTP)
Typically attends after completion of
CLC between junior and senior year
120hr Clinical Opportunity
College Credit
1:1 training with RN in a military
hospital setting
Learn junior officer role
Specialty Tracks
Critical Care Nursing
Operating Room Nursing
OB/GYN Course
Public Health Nursing
Emergency Room Nursing
Psych/Mental Health Nursing
30 Locations Worldwide
Womack Army Medical Center
Madigan Army Medical Center
FT Bragg, NC
FT Lewis, WA
Tripler Army Medical Center
Brooke Army Medical Center
Honolulu, HI
San Antonio, TX
Graduate Degree Education
(If you qualify)
Fully Funded
5 Degree Fields
- Family Nurse Practitioner
- Nurse Midwife
- Nurse Anesthetist
- Healthcare Administration
- Clinical Nurse Specialist (6 Areas)
Doctorate Degree in Nursing Science,
Education, or Administration
Basic General Requirements
• Be a US Citizen
• Be at least 17 years of age, no older than 31
• Minimum College GPA of 3.0
• Pass the Army Physical Fitness Test
• Pass the Army’s medical exam
Army Service Obligations
8 year service commitment
Active Duty (Full time Army Nurse)
US Army Reserves (Full Time Civilian Nurse –
Part Time Army Nurse)
You choose your path based on career goals.
Questions?
Developing Tomorrow’s Nurse Leaders…
Today!
HOOAH!
Everyone always talks about having that unique college
experience; ROTC will provide you the opportunity to do things
you never thought possible!
ARMY NURSE CORPS MISSION
All actions and tasks must lead and work
toward promoting the wellness of
Warriors and their families, supporting
the delivery of Warrior and family
healthcare, and all those entrusted to
our care and ultimately, positioning the
Army Nurse Corps as a force multiplier
for the future of military medicine.
For Additional Information:
www.goarmy.com/rotc
www.jmu.edu/rotc
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