Crusader Battalion (Valparaiso)
Hosted at Valparaiso University · Valparaiso, IN
Crusader Battalion (Valparaiso) trains cadets at Valparaiso University for service in the U.S. Army.
Quick facts
About this program
Headquartered on the Valparaiso University campus in Valparaiso, Crusader Battalion (Valparaiso) is the local accession point into the U.S. Army.
Sister-school participation is a real piece of this battalion. Cadets from Purdue University Northwest, Indiana University Northwest, and Saint Joseph's College contract through Crusader Battalion (Valparaiso) and travel to Valparaiso University for the military-side requirements while keeping their core degree at the partner.
On the scholarship side: AROTC 4-Year National, AROTC 3-Year Advanced, Minuteman (Reserve/Guard) are all live channels at Crusader Battalion (Valparaiso). Academically, Valparaiso University is well-regarded for international affairs and language study — a track that pairs well with ROTC's emphasis on technical and leadership majors.
Cross-town partners
| Institution | Relationship | Distance | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purdue University Northwest , IN | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Indiana University Northwest , IN | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Saint Joseph's College , IN | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
Scholarships available
See the Army scholarship overview for the full slate of scholarships activatable at Crusader Battalion (Valparaiso).
Academic programs at Valparaiso University
Cadets at Crusader Battalion (Valparaiso) pursue degrees across Valparaiso University's undergraduate catalog. Branch-preferred fields (engineering, foreign language, nursing, computer science) often carry scholarship benefits. See Valparaiso 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: Valparaiso, IN
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Crusader Battalion (Valparaiso) located?
- Crusader Battalion (Valparaiso) is hosted at Valparaiso University in Valparaiso, IN.
- Can students at other schools join Crusader Battalion (Valparaiso)?
- Yes — Crusader Battalion (Valparaiso) accepts cross-town and partner students from 3 other institutions, including Purdue University Northwest, Indiana University Northwest, Saint Joseph's College. See the cross-town partners table for distance and enrollment paths.
- Can I commission through Crusader Battalion (Valparaiso) as any major?
- Army programs accept students from most academic majors at Valparaiso 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 Crusader Battalion (Valparaiso)?
- See the contact section for current cadre information.
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