NROTC University of Wisconsin-Madison
Hosted at University of Wisconsin–Madison · Madison, WI
NROTC University of Wisconsin-Madison draws midshipmen from University of Wisconsin–Madison and surrounding Wisconsin campuses.
Quick facts
About this program
For midshipmen at University of Wisconsin–Madison, the path to a commission runs through NROTC University of Wisconsin-Madison. 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 Wisconsin–Madison, the unit serves midshipmen from Marquette University and Edgewater College 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 Wisconsin–Madison is known for mathematics and applied analytics alongside international affairs and language study, which gives midshipmen a meaningful range of degree paths under the same commissioning umbrella.
Cross-town partners
| Institution | Relationship | Distance | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marquette University Milwaukee, WI | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Edgewater College , WI | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
Scholarships available
See the Navy scholarship overview for the full slate of scholarships activatable at NROTC University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Academic programs at University of Wisconsin–Madison
Cadets at NROTC University of Wisconsin-Madison pursue degrees across University of Wisconsin–Madison's undergraduate catalog. Branch-preferred fields (engineering, foreign language, nursing, computer science) often carry scholarship benefits. See University of Wisconsin–Madison'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: Madison, WI
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is NROTC University of Wisconsin-Madison located?
- NROTC University of Wisconsin-Madison is hosted at University of Wisconsin–Madison in Madison, WI.
- Can students at other schools join NROTC University of Wisconsin-Madison?
- Yes — NROTC University of Wisconsin-Madison accepts cross-town and partner students from 2 other institutions, including Marquette University, Edgewater College. See the cross-town partners table for distance and enrollment paths.
- Can I commission through NROTC University of Wisconsin-Madison as any major?
- Navy programs accept students from most academic majors at University of Wisconsin–Madison. 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 Wisconsin-Madison founded?
- NROTC University of Wisconsin-Madison was established in 1935.
- How do I contact NROTC University of Wisconsin-Madison?
- See the contact section for current cadre information.
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