Aggie Battalion (NDSU)
Hosted at North Dakota State University · Fargo, ND
Aggie Battalion (NDSU) draws cadets from North Dakota State University and surrounding North Dakota campuses.
Quick facts
About this program
For cadets at North Dakota State University, the path to a commission runs through Aggie Battalion (NDSU). The unit goes by the Bison. The battalion reports up through U.S. Army Cadet Command, and graduates pin on as second lieutenants.
Beyond North Dakota State University, the unit serves cadets from Concordia College, Minnesota State University Moorhead, North Dakota State College of Science, and University of Mary 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, North Dakota State 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concordia College , ND | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Minnesota State University Moorhead , ND | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| North Dakota State College of Science Wahpeton, ND | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| University of Mary Bismarck, ND | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
Scholarships available
Scholarship route obligating service in the Army Reserve or National Guard rather than active duty.
Service obligation: 8 years
Active-duty enlisted soldiers transition to officer via ROTC with several scholarship options (2-year, 3-year, 4-year).
Service obligation: 8 years
On-campus scholarship awarded to enrolled cadets at the start of their MS-II year.
Service obligation: 6 years
High-school senior scholarship covering full tuition + books at most public schools or up to a fixed amount at private schools. Requires a competitive board score, fitness test, and SAT/ACT minimums.
Service obligation: 8 years
Academic programs at North Dakota State University
Cadets at Aggie Battalion (NDSU) pursue degrees across North Dakota State University's undergraduate catalog. Branch-preferred fields (engineering, foreign language, nursing, computer science) often carry scholarship benefits. See North Dakota State 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: Fargo, ND
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Aggie Battalion (NDSU) located?
- Aggie Battalion (NDSU) is hosted at North Dakota State University in Fargo, ND.
- Can students at other schools join Aggie Battalion (NDSU)?
- Yes — Aggie Battalion (NDSU) accepts cross-town and partner students from 4 other institutions, including Concordia College, Minnesota State University Moorhead, North Dakota State College of Science, University of Mary. See the cross-town partners table for distance and enrollment paths.
- Can I commission through Aggie Battalion (NDSU) as any major?
- Army programs accept students from most academic majors at North Dakota State 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 Aggie Battalion (NDSU)?
- See the contact section for current cadre information.
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