ROTC at University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit, MI · private nonprofit
No — we have no ROTC program or cross-town agreement on record for University of Detroit Mercy. The nearest host schools are Eastern Michigan University (Army, 27 mi), University of Michigan (Army, Navy and Air Force, 32 mi) and University of Toledo (Army, 58 mi).
Nearest ROTC programs to University of Detroit Mercy
We have no ROTC unit or cross-town agreement on record for University of Detroit Mercy. Some schools arrange cross-town enrollment on request, so ask a nearby unit. If you know of a program here, tell us.
- University of Michigan32.2 mi away (straight line)
Army ROTC
Navy/Marine ROTC
Air Force/Space Force ROTC
ROTC outcomes
Students at University of Detroit Mercy 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 | 75% |
|---|---|
| SAT range (25th–75th) | 1,030–1,260 |
| ACT range (25th–75th) | 22–28 |
| 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 | $32,946 |
|---|---|
| Out-of-state tuition | $32,946 |
| Average net price | $32,000 |
| 6-year graduation rate | 67% |
Tuition and net price: College Scorecard. You can usually combine an ROTC scholarship with other aid from University of Detroit Mercy. Ask the unit and the financial aid office to confirm how the aid combines.
Academic programs
University of Detroit Mercy has 2,438 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: University of Detroit Mercy takes part. Undergraduate contributions have no dollar cap.
| Level | Program | School pays (per year) |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | MCNICHOLS CAMPUS | Unlimited |
| Graduate | MCNICHOLS CAMPUS | Unlimited |
| Doctorate | SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY | Up to $10,000 |
| Doctorate | SCHOOL OF LAW | Up to $10,000 |
| Doctorate | SCHOOL OF OPTOMETRY | Up to $7,500 |
Source: VA GI Bill Comparison Tool, checked Oct 14, 2026. Confirm amounts with the school's veterans office before you enroll.
ROTC at University of Detroit Mercy: FAQ
Does University of Detroit Mercy have ROTC?
No — we have no ROTC program or cross-town agreement on record for University of Detroit Mercy. The nearest host schools are Eastern Michigan University (Army, 27 mi), University of Michigan (Army, Navy and Air Force, 32 mi) and University of Toledo (Army, 58 mi).
Where is the nearest ROTC program to University of Detroit Mercy?
The nearest schools that host an ROTC unit are Eastern Michigan University (Army, 27 mi), University of Michigan (Army, Navy and Air Force, 32 mi) and University of Toledo (Army, 58 mi). Ask each unit whether it takes cross-town students from University of Detroit Mercy.
School links and location
These links belong to University of Detroit Mercy. 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
udmercy.edu
- Admissions
udmercy.edu
- Apply
udmercy.edu
- Financial aid
udmercy.edu
- Net price calculator
Estimate your cost before ROTC money is applied
- Veteran & military services
Campus office for GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon, and military students
Location: Detroit, MI 48221-3038
IPEDS UNITID: 169716
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