Spartan Battalion (Aurora)
Hosted at Aurora University · Aurora, IL
Spartan Battalion (Aurora) runs Army ROTC at Aurora University for cadets across Illinois.
Quick facts
About this program
For cadets at Aurora University, the path to a commission runs through Spartan Battalion (Aurora). The unit goes by the Spartan. The battalion reports up through U.S. Army Cadet Command, and graduates pin on as second lieutenants.
Beyond Aurora University, the unit serves cadets from Waubonsee Community College, North Central College, and Benedictine University 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, Aurora 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waubonsee Community College , IL | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| North Central College , IL | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Benedictine University , IL | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
Scholarships available
See the Army scholarship overview for the full slate of scholarships activatable at Spartan Battalion (Aurora).
Academic programs at Aurora University
Cadets at Spartan Battalion (Aurora) pursue degrees across Aurora University's undergraduate catalog. Branch-preferred fields (engineering, foreign language, nursing, computer science) often carry scholarship benefits. See Aurora 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: Aurora, IL
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Spartan Battalion (Aurora) located?
- Spartan Battalion (Aurora) is hosted at Aurora University in Aurora, IL.
- Can students at other schools join Spartan Battalion (Aurora)?
- Yes — Spartan Battalion (Aurora) accepts cross-town and partner students from 3 other institutions, including Waubonsee Community College, North Central College, Benedictine University. See the cross-town partners table for distance and enrollment paths.
- Can I commission through Spartan Battalion (Aurora) as any major?
- Army programs accept students from most academic majors at Aurora 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 Spartan Battalion (Aurora)?
- See the contact section for current cadre information.
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