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ROTC at Bradley University

Peoria, IL

Yes, through cross-town: Bradley University students join Army ROTC at Illinois State University.

Bradley University

Cross-town & partner options

Bradley University students can also join these branches. They travel to the partner school for training.

ROTC outcomes

Students at Bradley University in ROTC, from any branch and any unit. Averages per academic year, AY2011–AY2021.

  • About 2.3 officers commissioned per year, all services
  • About 5.3 students start 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.

Cost & financial aid (with ROTC)

In-state tuition—
Out-of-state tuition—
Average net price—
6-year graduation rate—

Tuition and net price: College Scorecard. You can usually combine an ROTC scholarship with other aid from Bradley University. Ask the unit and the financial aid office to confirm how the aid combines.

Academic programs

Bradley University has undergraduate students. 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: Bradley University takes part.

LevelProgramSchool pays (per year)
UndergraduateAll programsUp to $5,000
GraduateAll programsUp to $5,000
DoctorateAll programsUp to $5,000
DoD Tuition Assistance MOU

Source: VA GI Bill Comparison Tool, checked Oct 14, 2026. Confirm amounts with the school's veterans office before you enroll.

ROTC at Bradley University: FAQ

Does Bradley University have ROTC?

Yes, through cross-town: Bradley University students join Army ROTC at Illinois State University.

Which ROTC branches can Bradley University students join?

Army ROTC (cross-town at Illinois State University, 35 mi).

Is ROTC at Bradley University on campus or cross-town?

Army ROTC is cross-town: cadets enroll at Bradley University and train with the unit at Illinois State University.

School links and location

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Location: Peoria, IL 61625

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IPEDS UNITID: 143358

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