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BALL STATE UNIVERSITY ARMY ROTC

GO ARMY.COM! See how you can make a difference in the US Army!     BALL STATE UNIVERSITY ARMY ROTC   US Army ROTC  

 

  You've learned your basic soldiering skills. Now learn how to LEAD THE WAY!

The Simultaneous Membership Program (SMP) is designed to commission prior-enlisted soldiers into the National Guard and Army Reserve.

You will continue to serve part time--one weekend per month and two weeks each year--with your unit while going to school full time.  As a cadet, you become a soldier in training--a non-deployable asset until you graduate and receive your commission. 

Discover how you can become a soldier in the Army National Guard at http://www.1800goguard.com! 

Contact SSG Porter at 765-285-1637 or Ms. Sandoval at 765-285-4674 for answers to questions or concerns.

Cadets learn to be Platoon Leaders and gain valuable experience leading troops and making command decisions--qualities that many employers look for!

As an SMP Cadet, you could be earning approximately $1,200/month without getting a job after all of your classes!

 

REQUIREMENTS:

  • SOPHOMORE STANDING (30 Credit Hours)

  • Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 (on 4.0 scale)

  • Pass Army Physical Fitness Test

For More Information, call 1-800-552-7721 or Email SSG Porter or Ms. Sandoval.

 

SCHOLARSHIPS

 

 

Cadets earn E5  pay (unless you've already obtained a higher pay status) and shadow officers while receiving additional training while serving with your units.  You will gain more experience and learn more about leading troops through your involvement with your unit.  You may even be put into leadership positions within your unit!

 
 

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In addition to your drill pay, cadets also receive monthly stipends from ROTC!  

Sophomores receive $350/month.

Juniors receive $450/month.

Seniors receive $500/month.

 

 

SCHOLARSHIPS

As a Cadet serving with the National Guard or Army Reserve, you are eligible to receive the Montgomery GI Bill (Approximately $288/month Tax Free!) + a $350 kicker. 

 

So here's the breakdown of monthly earnings:

E5 Drill Pay: $242
GI Bill: $297
Stipend: $350, 450, or $500
Kicker:                             $350               
TOTAL: $1,239 / $1,339 / $1,389

In addition to the MGIB (Montgomery GI Bill) and the stipends, cadets serving with the Army National Guard may also receive 100% Tuition Assistance through the National Guard Supplemental Grant (NGSG).  Additionally, the National Guard also offers a Student Loan Repayment Program up to $20,000. 

SCHOLARSHIPS

Upon receiving your commission, you will receive a $10,000 commissioning bonus.

 

 

SCHOLARSHIPS

 

 

 

Cadets in the Simultaneous Membership Program may still choose to serve on active duty once they commission, but SMP cadets commissioning into the Army National Guard or Army Reserve may be guaranteed their branch assignment and be assigned to a unit of their choice.

 

 

Local Units:

76th Separate Infantry Brigade  

 

For more information, contact SSG Porter at 1(800) 552-7721

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