How is ROTC different from enlisting as a private?
ROTC is the most common way for a college student to receive a commission into the officer corps of the Army. A person cannot just enlist to become an officer. While all individuals who wish to serve their country must meet the basic educational and physical requirements, officers must also possess a baccalaureate degree, and some preparatory instruction in small unit leadership, planning, and management. College students enrolled in these Military Science courses assume the rank of Cadet and are trained in the fundamentals of military leadership. Officers are the leaders of the Army. In addition to leading, they direct and provide vision and structure to the Army.
