ROTC at Swarthmore College
Swarthmore, PA · private nonprofit
Cross-town & partner options
Swarthmore College students can also reach these branches by commuting to a partner school's unit.
Navy/Marine ROTCCross-town · 9.1 miCross-enroll students take Naval Science courses at University of Pennsylvania.
Air Force/Space Force ROTCCross-town · 9.1 miCross-enroll students take Aerospace Studies courses at University of Pennsylvania.
Admissions
| Admission rate | 7% |
|---|---|
| SAT range (25th–75th) | 1,490–1,560 |
| 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 | $65,494 |
|---|---|
| Out-of-state tuition | $65,494 |
| Average net price | $32,000 |
| Yellow Ribbon participating | YesMax contribution $12,000 |
| 6-year graduation rate | 92% |
ROTC scholarships at Swarthmore 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
Swarthmore College enrolls 1,613 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
swarthmore.edu
- Admissions
swarthmore.edu
- Apply
swarthmore.edu
- Financial aid
swarthmore.edu
- Net price calculator
Estimate your cost before ROTC money is applied
Location: Swarthmore, PA 19081
IPEDS UNITID: 216287
Not affiliated with or endorsed by the U.S. Department of Defense or any branch of the U.S. military.