ROTC at Amherst College
Amherst, MA · private nonprofit
Cross-town & partner options
Amherst College students can also reach these branches by commuting to a partner school's unit.
Army ROTCCross-town · 1.0 miCross-enroll students take Military Science courses at University of Massachusetts Amherst.
Air Force/Space Force ROTCCross-town · 1.0 miCross-enroll students take Aerospace Studies courses at University of Massachusetts-Amherst.
Admissions
| Admission rate | 9% |
|---|---|
| SAT range (25th–75th) | 1,490–1,580 |
| ACT range (25th–75th) | 33–35 |
| Test policy | Test-optional |
Most recent College Scorecard figures. ROTC scholarship boards weigh academics separately from the school's own admission decision.
Cost & financial aid (with ROTC)
| In-state tuition | $70,480 |
|---|---|
| Out-of-state tuition | $70,480 |
| Average net price | $32,000 |
| Yellow Ribbon participating | YesMax contribution $12,000 |
| 6-year graduation rate | 94% |
ROTC scholarships at Amherst College stack with most institutional aid and the GI Bill where Yellow Ribbon applies. Confirm packaging with your unit and the financial aid office.
Academic programs
Amherst College enrolls 1,911 undergraduates across the catalog. ROTC cadets pursue degrees in any major; some scholarships and commissioning options carry preferred fields.
Veteran & military student support
Contact & location
- Official site
amherst.edu
- Admissions
amherst.edu
- Apply
amherst.edu
- Financial aid
amherst.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: Amherst, MA 01002-5000
IPEDS UNITID: 164465
Not affiliated with or endorsed by the U.S. Department of Defense or any branch of the U.S. military.