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Military Science

Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC)

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The Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC) program prepares high school students for leadership roles while making them aware of their rights, responsibilities, and privileges as American citizens. JROTC programs provide instruction and rewarding opportunities that will benefit the student, community, and nation by teaching young adults self-discipline, self-confidence, and leadership skills. JROTC programs are conducted at accredited secondary schools by instructors who are retired Air Force, Army, Marine Corps, and Navy officers and enlisted personnel.

Prince William County Public Schools is proud to host nine programs representing the Air Force, Army, Marine Corps, and Navy. Students who attend a high school that does not host one of the programs may be eligible to transfer to a high school that hosts a JROTC program.

PWCS students are encouraged to begin JROTC in ninth grade to leverage the maximum benefit of this program.

Learn more about the Military Science program in the High School Course Catalog.

JROTC Programs

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to join the military after graduation?

Absolutely no military obligation is required; however, upon graduation, students can gain advanced military pay grades.

Can students zoned for Brentsville District, Colgan, Gainesville, and Patriot High School Schools Participate in JROTC?

Yes.

Students zoned for Brentsville District, Colgan, Gainesville, and Patriot High Schools can transfer to a high school that offers JROTC through the Specialty Program application process.

  • Students zoned for Brentsville District and Gainesville High Schools can transfer to Unity Reed High School to participate in the Air Force JROTC program.
  • Students zoned for Colgan High School can transfer to Osbourn Park High School to participate in the Navy JROTC program.
  • Students zoned for Patriot High School can transfer to Battlefield High School to participate in the Air Force JROTC program.

Have More Questions?

For questions related to Military Science (JROTC) programs, please contact Career and Technical Education at 703-791-7297.

Scholarship Information

Each year, more than 51,000 high school students from across the country enter to win a share of the $2.2 million in educational scholarships and incentives awarded through the VFW's Voice of Democracy audio-essay competition. Visit the Veterans of Foreign Wars website for more information.

Reserve Officers' Training Corps scholarships and military academy appointments may be available for qualified students.