Scholarships
Thanks to our generous Alumni, the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets can offer many scholarships to it's Cadets. Scholarships from the Corps do not require a military committment. Read through our selection of scholarships below to learn more about them. Read more about financial aid and the University financial aid site.
ROTC Scholarships
The ROTC programs at Virginia Tech are extremely competitive. There are opportunities for 4 year, 3 year, and 2 year scholarships from every ROTC program on campus. For information regarding a particular ROTC Program, please visit the ROTC pages:
Commandants Scholarships
Once you complete your freshmen year as a cadet, you are eligible to compete for additional scholarships through the generous gifts of Corps Alumni. These rewards range from $1,000-$3,000 annually.
Commandants scholarships can be received by anyone in the Corps. Corps Only Cadets without an ROTC or Emerging Leader Scholarship, are generally given preference over others.
Emerging Leader Scholarship
WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
Students admitted to Virginia Tech in the incoming freshman Corps of Cadets class are eligible for consideration. The applicant must be offered and accept admission to Virginia Tech and the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets. ROTC participation is encouraged but not required. Applicants must also complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and indicate Virginia Tech as a recipient institution (VT Code is 0003754). The FAFSA is available in most school guidance offices and can be filed electronically at www.fafsa.ed.gov. The FAFSA is required regardless of financial need and must be filed annually to keep the scholarship in force.
WHAT IS PROVIDED?
For in-state students the Emerging Leader Scholarship provides $2,000 per year totaling $8,000* over the four years of college. Out-of-State students are awarded $3,000 per year totaling $12,000* over four years. ELS winners must remain a cadet in good standing with the university and the Corps of Cadets to renew the scholarship each year. Also, at the conclusion of the sophomore year and junior year, the awardee must meet Corps physical fitness standards and must have attained a cumulative 2.5 grade point average minimum to continue the scholarship.
HOW MANY ARE AWARDED?
Up to 100 in-state and 100 out-of-state scholarships may be awarded each year. Over half our entering freshmen cadets have been awarded this scholarship in recent years.
HOW IS THE SCHOLARSHIP DECIDED?
The scholarship is awarded based upon merit. Awardees typically have "B+" grade point averages or above and recent SAT averages are approximately 1175. These academic standards must be matched by evidence of leadership potential such as involvement in student government, athletics, scouting, Junior ROTC, or work and other extracurricular experiences.
HOW DO I APPLY?
Submission of your Virginia Tech application, along with the other documents described above, ensures your consideration for the Emerging Leader Scholarship. Make sure you have met the criterion listed above and indicate you are a "cadet" applicant when completing the application for admission. Potential awardees are screened during the admissions process and notified of their scholarship status soon after their admissions status.
* The Emerging Leader Scholarship may be reduced if, when added to other scholarships being received, total benefits exceed the cost of education (tuition, fees, books, room & board).
Band Financial Award
WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
High School seniors and transfer students who enter Virginia Tech as members of the Corps of Cadets and Regimental Band. Appropriate musical and/or marching band experience is required.
WHAT IS PROVIDED?
Every student selected for the award receives $1,000 during the first year ($500 each semester) subject to continuing in good standing in the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets and the Regimental Band.
HOW MANY ARE AWARDED?
Every new band member since 1997 has received this award.
HOW IS THE SCHOLARSHIP DECIDED?
The band director will interview each prospective band member. Based upon that interview an audition may be scheduled or waived.
HOW DO I APPLY?
Apply for admission to Virginia Tech as a "cadet" student and contact the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets to indicate your interest in the band. Call toll-free, 1-888-882-6777, or send e-mail to: vtcorps@vt.edu
Things to Know:
- November 1st is the deadline to apply to Virginia Tech for Early Decision.
- January 15th is the regular deadline to apply to Virginia Tech.
- The best way to learn about the Corps is to participate in the Spend the Night program.
