NROTC Boston University
Hosted at Boston University · Boston, MA
The NROTC Boston University commissions U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps officers at Boston University.
Quick facts
About this program
Headquartered on the Boston University campus in Boston, NROTC Boston University is the local accession point into the U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps. Founded in 1941, the unit has graduated officers across every major service era since.
Sister-school participation is a real piece of this unit. Midshipmen from Tufts University, Harvard University, and Boston College contract through NROTC Boston University and travel to Boston University for the military-side requirements while keeping their core degree at the partner.
On the scholarship side: NROTC Navy Option (4-year), NROTC Marine Option, NROTC Nurse Option (where offered) are all live channels at NROTC Boston University. Academically, Boston 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tufts University , MA | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Harvard University , MA | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Boston College , MA | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
Scholarships available
See the Navy scholarship overview for the full slate of scholarships activatable at NROTC Boston University.
Academic programs at Boston University
Cadets at NROTC Boston University pursue degrees across Boston University's undergraduate catalog. Branch-preferred fields (engineering, foreign language, nursing, computer science) often carry scholarship benefits. See Boston University's profile →
Training & summer
NROTC midshipmen complete a summer cruise each year — CORTRAMID for first-year mids, then enlisted/junior-officer cruises for upperclassmen. Marine option mids attend Mountain Warfare Training and OCS.
Contact & location
Address: Boston, MA
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is NROTC Boston University located?
- NROTC Boston University is hosted at Boston University in Boston, MA.
- Can students at other schools join NROTC Boston University?
- Yes — NROTC Boston University accepts cross-town and partner students from 3 other institutions, including Tufts University, Harvard University, Boston College. See the cross-town partners table for distance and enrollment paths.
- Can I commission through NROTC Boston University as any major?
- Navy programs accept students from most academic majors at Boston University. Some scholarships and commissioning options (e.g., nursing, engineering, foreign-language) carry major requirements — confirm with the unit before declaring.
- When was NROTC Boston University founded?
- NROTC Boston University was established in 1941.
- How do I contact NROTC Boston University?
- See the contact section for current cadre information.
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