Phoenix Battalion
Hosted at Elon University · , NC
Phoenix Battalion runs Army ROTC at Elon University for cadets across North Carolina.
Quick facts
About this program
For cadets at Elon University, the path to a commission runs through Phoenix Battalion. The unit goes by the Phoenix. The battalion reports up through U.S. Army Cadet Command, and graduates pin on as second lieutenants.
Beyond Elon University, the unit serves cadets from High Point University, Greensboro College, North Carolina A&T, and UNC Greensboro 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, Elon University is known for mathematics and applied analytics alongside international affairs and language study, which gives cadets a meaningful range of degree paths under the same commissioning umbrella.
Cross-town partners
| Institution | Relationship | Distance | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Point University , NC | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Greensboro College , NC | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| North Carolina A&T , NC | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| UNC Greensboro , NC | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
Scholarships available
See the Army scholarship overview for the full slate of scholarships activatable at Phoenix Battalion.
Academic programs at Elon University
Cadets at Phoenix Battalion pursue degrees across Elon University's undergraduate catalog. Branch-preferred fields (engineering, foreign language, nursing, computer science) often carry scholarship benefits. See Elon 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: , NC
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Phoenix Battalion located?
- Phoenix Battalion is hosted at Elon University in , NC.
- Can students at other schools join Phoenix Battalion?
- Yes — Phoenix Battalion accepts cross-town and partner students from 4 other institutions, including High Point University, Greensboro College, North Carolina A&T, UNC Greensboro. See the cross-town partners table for distance and enrollment paths.
- Can I commission through Phoenix Battalion as any major?
- Army programs accept students from most academic majors at Elon 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 Phoenix Battalion?
- See the contact section for current cadre information.
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