NROTC University of Colorado Boulder
Hosted at University of Colorado Boulder · Boulder, CO
NROTC in Boulder, CO runs out of University of Colorado Boulder as the NROTC University of Colorado Boulder.
Quick facts
About this program
For midshipmen at University of Colorado Boulder, the path to a commission runs through NROTC University of Colorado Boulder. The unit reports up through Naval Service Training Command, and graduates pin on as second lieutenants, ensigns, or Marine Corps second lieutenants.
Beyond University of Colorado Boulder, the unit serves midshipmen from Colorado State University, Metropolitan State University of Denver, Regis University, and United States Air Force Academy 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 NROTC menu: NROTC Navy Option (4-year), NROTC Marine Option, NROTC Nurse Option (where offered). Academically, University of Colorado Boulder is known for mathematics and applied analytics alongside computer science and cybersecurity, which gives midshipmen a meaningful range of degree paths under the same commissioning umbrella.
Cross-town partners
| Institution | Relationship | Distance | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado State University Fort Collins, CO | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Metropolitan State University of Denver , CO | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Regis University , CO | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| United States Air Force Academy , CO | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
Scholarships available
See the Navy scholarship overview for the full slate of scholarships activatable at NROTC University of Colorado Boulder.
Academic programs at University of Colorado Boulder
Cadets at NROTC University of Colorado Boulder pursue degrees across University of Colorado Boulder's undergraduate catalog. Branch-preferred fields (engineering, foreign language, nursing, computer science) often carry scholarship benefits. See University of Colorado Boulder'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: Boulder, CO
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is NROTC University of Colorado Boulder located?
- NROTC University of Colorado Boulder is hosted at University of Colorado Boulder in Boulder, CO.
- Can students at other schools join NROTC University of Colorado Boulder?
- Yes — NROTC University of Colorado Boulder accepts cross-town and partner students from 4 other institutions, including Colorado State University, Metropolitan State University of Denver, Regis University, United States Air Force Academy. See the cross-town partners table for distance and enrollment paths.
- Can I commission through NROTC University of Colorado Boulder as any major?
- Navy programs accept students from most academic majors at University of Colorado Boulder. Some scholarships and commissioning options (e.g., nursing, engineering, foreign-language) carry major requirements — confirm with the unit before declaring.
- When was NROTC University of Colorado Boulder founded?
- NROTC University of Colorado Boulder was established in 1968.
- How do I contact NROTC University of Colorado Boulder?
- See the contact section for current cadre information.
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