How does homeschooling affect NROTC

[Spatz]

Hey,
I would like to know how homeschooling changes your chances at being accepted into the NROTC program. Most colleges don't seem to accept it nearly as much, and I'm interested in seeing how NROTC sees it.

Thanks,
Spatz

 

[croakerfish]

Hey,
I would like to know how homeschooling changes your chances at being accepted into the NROTC program. Most colleges don't seem to accept it nearly as much, and I'm interested in seeing how NROTC sees it.

Thanks,
Spatz

As long as you have a diploma and a GPA from somewhere it should be fine. If you are off the grid or something it could be a problem.

 

[Spatz]

Thanks for replying!
What about an NROTC scholarship, does the same apply for this as well? I've also heard that they look for things like leadership as well, but with homeschooling, there isn't much of a chance for leadership/school politics and the like on a school level. What can I do to raise my chances in this aspect?

Thanks,
Spatz

 

[croakerfish]

Thanks for replying!
What about an NROTC scholarship, does the same apply for this as well? I've also heard that they look for things like leadership as well, but with homeschooling, there isn't much of a chance for leadership/school politics and the like on a school level. What can I do to raise my chances in this aspect?

Thanks,
Spatz

I would recommend extracurricular stuff like Boy Scouts to get some leadership. You’re right, in your case school alone won’t cut it.

 

[ea6bflyr]

Thanks for replying!
What about an NROTC scholarship, does the same apply for this as well? I've also heard that they look for things like leadership as well, but with homeschooling, there isn't much of a chance for leadership/school politics and the like on a school level. What can I do to raise my chances in this aspect?

Thanks,
Spatz

Leadership can come from many activities: church, athletics, clubs, community centers, and anywhere you can volunteer hours. Volunteer to run an activity, then put it on your application. Some of these volunteer activities may also result in a favorable Letter of Recommendation. Go, do good things.

 

[Spatz]

Leadership can come from many activities: church, athletics, clubs, community centers, and anywhere you can volunteer hours. Volunteer to run an activity, then put it on your application. Some of these volunteer activities may also result in a favorable Letter of Recommendation. Go, do good things.

This makes sense, thanks! I'm involved in several of these things actively, so this certainly helps. Much appreciated!

 

[exNavyOffRec]

This makes sense, thanks! I'm involved in several of these things actively, so this certainly helps. Much appreciated!

How long until you graduate HS.

I worked with several home school students that completed college and went in via OCS, they all did fantastic in college.

 

[Spatz]

How long until you graduate HS.

I worked with several home school students that completed college and went in via OCS, they all did fantastic in college.

I'm in my first year, but I wanted to make sure that I know what I should while I still have time to do something about it.

 

[exNavyOffRec]

I'm in my first year, but I wanted to make sure that I know what I should while I still have time to do something about it.

Good on you for asking early.

 

[ABMD]

Hey,
I would like to know how homeschooling changes your chances at being accepted into the NROTC program. Most colleges don't seem to accept it nearly as much, and I'm interested in seeing how NROTC sees it.

Thanks,
Spatz

As a former-homeschooler, I didn’t have a problem getting into any college, undergrad or grad and it wasn’t an issue when I received my commission (I didn’t attend OCS though). There are umbrellas and co-ops that deal directly with the state for your diploma and state graduation requirements.