Commissioning Opportunities
Students have been called to ORU for the purpose of building the skill sets and expertise to ultimately go out and impact the world. Should you sense the call to military service during your time at ORU, rest assured that options are available through partnerships with the Air Force, Army, and Navy branches.
Opting to serve in any of these branches could offer financial assistance during your time at ORU or potentially provide options for loan repayment. Click on the respective branch below to access further information.
As always, our Veterans Experience Director is available to speak with you if you have any questions and offer counsel as you pray through this decision in your life.
“Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?” And I said, “Here am I. Send me!” (Isaiah 6:8).
ORU has established a partnership with the USMC, which offers the Platoon Leader Class
(PLC) Program.
PLC is a commissioning program offered to college undergraduates. PLC candidates attend Officer Candidates School (OCS), where they are evaluated for their potential to become future officers in the Marine Corps. Those who demonstrate mental agility, physical stamina, and the ability to assert and hone leadership skills successfully graduate OCS, complete their baccalaureate degree, and are given the opportunity to accept a commission in the United States Marine Corps.
Benefits:
- Commissioned as a Second Lieutenant upon graduation.
- Non-binding contract.
- No active-duty requirements if dis-enrolled from the program.
- $1,575-$3,150 per school year education assistance is available under the Financial Assistance Program (FAP).
- $5,200 per school year education assistance is available under the Marine Corps Tuition Assistance Program (MCTAP).
- Flight School guarantee to qualified applicants.
- Law School deferments are available.
For more information:
Phone: (405) 447-7809
ORU is pleased to offer opportunities for our students to pursue a commission while not delaying their educational goals in the U.S. Navy upon completion of their degree.
The U.S. Navy offers multiple programs including:
- Health Profession Scholarship Program
- Health Services Completion Program
- Nurse Candidate Program
- Nuclear Surface Warfare Officer
- Nuclear Submarine
There are eligibility requirements for each program, including:
- U.S. citizen
- Physically qualified (pass a Navy physical)
- Minimum GPA of 3.0
As there are a variety of eligibility requirements, there are a variety of benefits, including sign-up bonuses, earning a salary while attending ORU, tuition benefits, & more.
For more information:
Phone: (405) 365-4183
Email: aaron.g.furr.mil@us.navy.mil
ORU has a proud history of commissioning officers for the Armed Services and is proud
to partner with the Department of the Air Force to provide an opportunity for students
to partner with Oklahoma State University’s Air Force ROTC program located in Stillwater,
OK.
This program is an excellent way to earn your commission as an officer in the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force. As both an educative and experiential training program, Air Force ROTC at ORU is designed to develop Whole Leaders for the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force and to equip better citizens for America.
Students will be cross-enrolled at OSU and required to attend a weekly class and leadership lab on Thursdays.
https://www.afrotc.com/scholarships/college/types/
https://www.afrotc.com/scholarships/enlisted/ascp-soar/
For more information:
Phone: (405) 744-7744
Email: jnadle@okstate.edu
Lieutenant Colonel (Retired) Will Beck serves as ORU’s Point of Contact for students interested in any of the above commissioning opportunities. He is ready to answer your questions and ensure that each service branch commissioning source is able to provide the details required for you to make the best decision for you.