ROTC at Oglethorpe University
Atlanta, GA · private nonprofit
Yes, through cross-town: Oglethorpe University students join Air Force ROTC at Georgia Institute of Technology.
Cross-town & partner options
Oglethorpe University students can also join these branches. They travel to the partner school for training.
Air Force/Space Force ROTCCross-town · 7.9 miCross-enroll students take Aerospace Studies courses at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus.
ROTC outcomes
Students at Oglethorpe University in ROTC, from any branch and any unit. Averages per academic year, AY2011–AY2021.
- Fewer than 1 officer commissioned per year, all services
- Fewer than 1 student starts ROTC here each year
Source: GAO, GAO-23-105857 (campus data, AY2011–AY2021). GAO counted cadets and commissions by the school the student attended. Numbers for recent years can differ.
Admissions
| Admission rate | 88% |
|---|---|
| SAT range (25th–75th) | 1,090–1,310 |
| ACT range (25th–75th) | 22–31 |
| Test policy | Test-optional |
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 | $47,590 |
|---|---|
| Out-of-state tuition | $47,590 |
| Average net price | $32,000 |
| 6-year graduation rate | 54% |
Tuition and net price: College Scorecard. You can usually combine an ROTC scholarship with other aid from Oglethorpe University. Ask the unit and the financial aid office to confirm how the aid combines.
Academic programs
Oglethorpe University has 1,352 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: Oglethorpe University takes part.
| Level | Program | School pays (per year) |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | All programs | Up to $12,500 |
| Graduate | All programs | Up to $12,500 |
| Doctorate | All programs | Up to $12,500 |
Source: VA GI Bill Comparison Tool, checked Oct 14, 2026. Confirm amounts with the school's veterans office before you enroll.
ROTC at Oglethorpe University: FAQ
Does Oglethorpe University have ROTC?
Yes, through cross-town: Oglethorpe University students join Air Force ROTC at Georgia Institute of Technology.
Which ROTC branches can Oglethorpe University students join?
Air Force ROTC (cross-town at Georgia Institute of Technology, 8 mi).
Is ROTC at Oglethorpe University on campus or cross-town?
Air Force ROTC is cross-town: cadets enroll at Oglethorpe University and train with the unit at Georgia Institute of Technology.
School links and location
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- Official site
oglethorpe.edu
- Admissions
oglethorpe.edu
- Apply
apply.oglethorpe.edu
- Financial aid
hub.oglethorpe.edu
- Net price calculator
Estimate your cost before ROTC money is applied
Location: Atlanta, GA 30319-2797
IPEDS UNITID: 140696
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