NROTC University of Kansas
Hosted at University of Kansas · Lawrence, KS
NROTC in Lawrence, KS runs out of University of Kansas as the NROTC University of Kansas.
Quick facts
About this program
For midshipmen at University of Kansas, the path to a commission runs through NROTC University of Kansas. 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 Kansas, the unit serves midshipmen from Haskell Indian Nations 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 NROTC menu: NROTC Navy Option (4-year), NROTC Marine Option, NROTC Nurse Option (where offered). Academically, University of Kansas is known for mathematics and applied analytics alongside engineering and physical sciences, which gives midshipmen a meaningful range of degree paths under the same commissioning umbrella.
Cross-town partners
| Institution | Relationship | Distance | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haskell Indian Nations University , KS | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
Scholarships available
See the Navy scholarship overview for the full slate of scholarships activatable at NROTC University of Kansas.
Academic programs at University of Kansas
Cadets at NROTC University of Kansas pursue degrees across University of Kansas's undergraduate catalog. Branch-preferred fields (engineering, foreign language, nursing, computer science) often carry scholarship benefits. See University of Kansas'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: Lawrence, KS
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is NROTC University of Kansas located?
- NROTC University of Kansas is hosted at University of Kansas in Lawrence, KS.
- Can students at other schools join NROTC University of Kansas?
- Yes — NROTC University of Kansas accepts cross-town and partner students from 1 other institution, including Haskell Indian Nations University. See the cross-town partners table for distance and enrollment paths.
- Can I commission through NROTC University of Kansas as any major?
- Navy programs accept students from most academic majors at University of Kansas. 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 Kansas founded?
- NROTC University of Kansas was established in 1946.
- How do I contact NROTC University of Kansas?
- See the contact section for current cadre information.
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