If a cadet takes JROTC in 9th grade, are they required to take it every year they attend school?
NO! There is no requirement to take more than one semester at a time, however, 2-4 years of JROTC will mean extra pay and higher rank should the cadet decide to enter the service at a later date. It is also a factor in competition for ROTC scholarships and Service Academy appointments at the college level. Q: Are there any financial obligations when a cadet joins? A: NO! Except for the dry cleaning of the uniform– all uniform issue and accessories are free of charge and will be on temporary loan to the cadet for as long as they are enrolled in the JROTC program. Orientation trips to military installations are paid for by the Marine Corps (includes transportation, food, and lodging). Q: Are there any physical requirements in JROTC? A: YES! Physical training is conducted one day per week. A physical fitness test is conducted every six weeks for score. The events include: maximum pull-ups (male)/maximum hang-time (chin over bar) (female); maximum sit-ups in 2 minutes (male and female); 6
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