ROTC at Bluefield University
Bluefield, VA · private nonprofit
No — we have no ROTC program or cross-town agreement on record for Bluefield University. The nearest host schools are Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Army, Navy and Air Force, 46 mi), Appalachian State University (Army, 75 mi) and West Virginia State University (Army, 83 mi).
Nearest ROTC programs to Bluefield University
We have no ROTC unit or cross-town agreement on record for Bluefield University. Some schools arrange cross-town enrollment on request, so ask a nearby unit. If you know of a program here, tell us.
- Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University45.8 mi away (straight line)
Army ROTC
Navy/Marine ROTC
Air Force/Space Force ROTC
Admissions
| Admission rate | 59% |
|---|---|
| SAT range (25th–75th) | 1,100–1,330 |
| ACT range (25th–75th) | 23–30 |
| Test policy | Considered if submitted |
These are the most recent College Scorecard figures. The school decides admission. An ROTC scholarship board judges your academics on its own, in a separate process.
Cost & financial aid (with ROTC)
| In-state tuition | $26,770 |
|---|---|
| Out-of-state tuition | $26,770 |
| Average net price | $32,000 |
| 6-year graduation rate | 18% |
Tuition and net price: College Scorecard. You can usually combine an ROTC scholarship with other aid from Bluefield University. Ask the unit and the financial aid office to confirm how the aid combines.
Academic programs
Bluefield University has 614 undergraduates. ROTC cadets can study almost any major. Some scholarships and commissioning options prefer certain fields.
Yellow Ribbon & veteran support
Yellow Ribbon is a GI Bill benefit for veterans and eligible dependents, not an ROTC scholarship. The school pays part of the tuition above the GI Bill cap, and VA matches it.
Yellow Ribbon: Bluefield University takes part. Undergraduate contributions have no dollar cap.
| Level | Program | School pays (per year) |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | College | Unlimited |
Source: VA GI Bill Comparison Tool, checked Oct 14, 2026. Confirm amounts with the school's veterans office before you enroll.
ROTC at Bluefield University: FAQ
Does Bluefield University have ROTC?
No — we have no ROTC program or cross-town agreement on record for Bluefield University. The nearest host schools are Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Army, Navy and Air Force, 46 mi), Appalachian State University (Army, 75 mi) and West Virginia State University (Army, 83 mi).
Where is the nearest ROTC program to Bluefield University?
The nearest schools that host an ROTC unit are Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Army, Navy and Air Force, 46 mi), Appalachian State University (Army, 75 mi) and West Virginia State University (Army, 83 mi). Ask each unit whether it takes cross-town students from Bluefield University.
School links and location
These links belong to Bluefield University. To ask about an ROTC program, open that program above and use the unit's own contact details. ROTCScholar is not the school and not the unit.
- Official site
bluefield.edu
- Admissions
bluefield.edu
- Apply
bluefield.edu
- Financial aid
bluefield.edu
- Net price calculator
Estimate your cost before ROTC money is applied
Location: Bluefield, VA 24605
IPEDS UNITID: 231554
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