Duck Battalion
Hosted at University of Oregon · Eugene, OR
Duck Battalion runs Army ROTC at University of Oregon for cadets across Oregon.
Quick facts
About this program
For cadets at University of Oregon, the path to a commission runs through Duck Battalion. The unit goes by the Duck. The battalion reports up through U.S. Army Cadet Command, and graduates pin on as second lieutenants.
Beyond University of Oregon, the unit serves cadets from Oregon State University (extension), Lane Community College, and Bushnell 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, University of Oregon is known for mathematics and applied analytics alongside engineering and physical sciences, which gives cadets a meaningful range of degree paths under the same commissioning umbrella.
Cross-town partners
| Institution | Relationship | Distance | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oregon State University (extension) Corvallis, OR | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Lane Community College , OR | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Bushnell University , OR | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
Scholarships available
See the Army scholarship overview for the full slate of scholarships activatable at Duck Battalion.
Academic programs at University of Oregon
Cadets at Duck Battalion pursue degrees across University of Oregon's undergraduate catalog. Branch-preferred fields (engineering, foreign language, nursing, computer science) often carry scholarship benefits. See University of Oregon'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: Eugene, OR
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Duck Battalion located?
- Duck Battalion is hosted at University of Oregon in Eugene, OR.
- Can students at other schools join Duck Battalion?
- Yes — Duck Battalion accepts cross-town and partner students from 3 other institutions, including Oregon State University (extension), Lane Community College, Bushnell University. See the cross-town partners table for distance and enrollment paths.
- Can I commission through Duck Battalion as any major?
- Army programs accept students from most academic majors at University of Oregon. Some scholarships and commissioning options (e.g., nursing, engineering, foreign-language) carry major requirements — confirm with the unit before declaring.
- How do I contact Duck Battalion?
- See the contact section for current cadre information.
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