Army ROTC

York Technical College Army ROTC

York Technical College offers eligible first‑time freshmen a guided introduction to the Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) through a partnership with Winthrop University Army ROTC, the South Carolina Army National Guard, and the Greater Charlotte Consortium.

Students remain fully enrolled at York Technical College while completing their associate degree and participate in Military Science (MLSC) courses at Winthrop University. ROTC participation is designed to complement academic study, and no military commitment is required during the freshman year.

Why Students Choose Army ROTC

• Academics First: Students prioritize degree completion at York Tech while ROTC courses fit within a planned schedule.
  
  
• Low‑Risk Entry: No service obligation is required during the freshman year.
  
  
• Structured Leadership Development: Supervised instruction reinforces accountability, time management, and teamwork.
  
  
• Cost‑Conscious Opportunity: Through the Greater Charlotte Consortium, eligible students may take ROTC courses at Winthrop with tuition waived.
  
  
• Clear Pathways: Students may continue toward commissioning as an Army Officer or apply leadership experience to civilian careers and university transfer.
  
  

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Student Eligibility

• Must be a first-time freshman starting in fall.
• Must take a minimum of 12 credit hours.
• No prior military experience required.

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Steps to Enroll

Step 1: Apply online by completing through the Apply webpage.

Step 2: Connect with Admissions at York Technical College. We’ll help you get started and answer any questions. Schedule a time to meet with our Admissions Team by emailing enrollmentservices@yorktech.edu.

Step 3: Enroll in at least 12 credit hours at York Tech. 
Note: The ROTC Program begins each fall semester.

Step 4: Plan Your Schedule Around ROTC Training at Winthrop University. Be sure your class schedule allows time for required ROTC commitments:

• Tuesday: 8:00 a.m. to 8:50 a.m.
• Wednesday: 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
• Physical Training (PT): Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday from 6:00 AM – 6:50 AM
  
  

Step 5: Complete the Greater Charlotte Consortium application.

Step 6: Receive registration confirmation from the York Technical College Registrar.