NROTC Vanderbilt University
Hosted at Vanderbilt University · , TN
NROTC Vanderbilt University trains midshipmen at Vanderbilt University for service in the U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps.
Quick facts
About this program
Headquartered on the Vanderbilt University campus in Tennessee, NROTC Vanderbilt University is the local accession point into the U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps. Founded in 1949, the unit has graduated officers across every major service era since.
Sister-school participation is a real piece of this unit. Midshipmen from Middle Tennessee State University, Belmont University, Lipscomb University, and Fisk University contract through NROTC Vanderbilt University and travel to Vanderbilt 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 Vanderbilt University. Academically, Vanderbilt 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro, TN | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Belmont University , TN | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Lipscomb University , TN | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Fisk University , TN | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Trevecca Nazarene University , TN | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
Scholarships available
See the Navy scholarship overview for the full slate of scholarships activatable at NROTC Vanderbilt University.
Academic programs at Vanderbilt University
Cadets at NROTC Vanderbilt University pursue degrees across Vanderbilt University's undergraduate catalog. Branch-preferred fields (engineering, foreign language, nursing, computer science) often carry scholarship benefits. See Vanderbilt 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: , TN
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is NROTC Vanderbilt University located?
- NROTC Vanderbilt University is hosted at Vanderbilt University in , TN.
- Can students at other schools join NROTC Vanderbilt University?
- Yes — NROTC Vanderbilt University accepts cross-town and partner students from 5 other institutions, including Middle Tennessee State University, Belmont University, Lipscomb University, Fisk University. See the cross-town partners table for distance and enrollment paths.
- Can I commission through NROTC Vanderbilt University as any major?
- Navy programs accept students from most academic majors at Vanderbilt University. Some scholarships and commissioning options (e.g., nursing, engineering, foreign-language) carry major requirements — confirm with the unit before declaring.
- When was NROTC Vanderbilt University founded?
- NROTC Vanderbilt University was established in 1949.
- How do I contact NROTC Vanderbilt University?
- See the contact section for current cadre information.
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