NROTC Norfolk State University
Hosted at Norfolk State University · , VA
NROTC Norfolk State University is the NROTC unit at Norfolk State University in Virginia.
Quick facts
About this program
Run by cadre at Norfolk State University, NROTC Norfolk State University is the NROTC unit for Virginia and surrounding Virginia. The program dates to 1984.
Cross-town agreements bring Old Dominion University and Hampton University into the unit's footprint. Most cross-town midshipmen keep their primary academics at the partner school and travel to Norfolk State University for ROTC class and lab.
The unit runs all standard NROTC scholarship channels: NROTC Navy Option (4-year), NROTC Marine Option, NROTC Nurse Option (where offered). Major-wise, midshipmen here cluster around engineering and physical sciences and mathematics and applied analytics, with cadre encouraging technical degrees where the cadet's career interests fit.
Cross-town partners
| Institution | Relationship | Distance | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Dominion University , VA | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Hampton University Hampton, VA | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
Scholarships available
See the Navy scholarship overview for the full slate of scholarships activatable at NROTC Norfolk State University.
Academic programs at Norfolk State University
Cadets at NROTC Norfolk State University pursue degrees across Norfolk State University's undergraduate catalog. Branch-preferred fields (engineering, foreign language, nursing, computer science) often carry scholarship benefits. See Norfolk State 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: , VA
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is NROTC Norfolk State University located?
- NROTC Norfolk State University is hosted at Norfolk State University in , VA.
- Can students at other schools join NROTC Norfolk State University?
- Yes — NROTC Norfolk State University accepts cross-town and partner students from 2 other institutions, including Old Dominion University, Hampton University. See the cross-town partners table for distance and enrollment paths.
- Can I commission through NROTC Norfolk State University as any major?
- Navy programs accept students from most academic majors at Norfolk State University. Some scholarships and commissioning options (e.g., nursing, engineering, foreign-language) carry major requirements — confirm with the unit before declaring.
- When was NROTC Norfolk State University founded?
- NROTC Norfolk State University was established in 1984.
- How do I contact NROTC Norfolk State University?
- See the contact section for current cadre information.
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