Trojan Battalion (Anderson)
Hosted at Anderson University · Anderson, SC
Trojan Battalion (Anderson) draws cadets from Anderson University and surrounding South Carolina campuses.
Quick facts
About this program
For cadets at Anderson University, the path to a commission runs through Trojan Battalion (Anderson). The unit goes by the Trojan. The battalion reports up through U.S. Army Cadet Command, and graduates pin on as second lieutenants.
Beyond Anderson University, the unit serves cadets from Clemson University, Tri-County Technical College, and Erskine College under cross-enrollment agreements. Field training, drill, and Military Science classes run at the host; partner-school cadets manage the commute.
Scholarship-wise, expect the full Army ROTC menu: AROTC 4-Year National, AROTC 3-Year Advanced, Minuteman (Reserve/Guard), Green-to-Gold (prior-enlisted). Academically, Anderson University is known for mathematics and applied analytics alongside computer science and cybersecurity, which gives cadets a meaningful range of degree paths under the same commissioning umbrella.
Cross-town partners
| Institution | Relationship | Distance | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clemson University Clemson, SC | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Tri-County Technical College , SC | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Erskine College , SC | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
Scholarships available
See the Army scholarship overview for the full slate of scholarships activatable at Trojan Battalion (Anderson).
Academic programs at Anderson University
Cadets at Trojan Battalion (Anderson) pursue degrees across Anderson University's undergraduate catalog. Branch-preferred fields (engineering, foreign language, nursing, computer science) often carry scholarship benefits. See Anderson University's profile →
Training & summer
Army cadets attend Cadet Summer Training (CST) at Fort Knox between their MS-III and MS-IV years for Advanced Camp, plus optional CULP overseas, Airborne, and Air Assault schools.
Contact & location
Address: Anderson, SC
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Trojan Battalion (Anderson) located?
- Trojan Battalion (Anderson) is hosted at Anderson University in Anderson, SC.
- Can students at other schools join Trojan Battalion (Anderson)?
- Yes — Trojan Battalion (Anderson) accepts cross-town and partner students from 3 other institutions, including Clemson University, Tri-County Technical College, Erskine College. See the cross-town partners table for distance and enrollment paths.
- Can I commission through Trojan Battalion (Anderson) as any major?
- Army programs accept students from most academic majors at Anderson University. Some scholarships and commissioning options (e.g., nursing, engineering, foreign-language) carry major requirements — confirm with the unit before declaring.
- How do I contact Trojan Battalion (Anderson)?
- See the contact section for current cadre information.
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