Question:  What does the NJROTC program do?

Answer:  The NJROTC program:

• Promotes Patriotism

• Develops informed and responsible citizens

• Develops respect for authority

• Develops a high degree of personal honor, self-reliance, individual discipline and leadership

• Promotes community service

• Promotes high school completion

Question: What does it cost to join the NJROTC program? 

Answer: Nothing. There's no cost for uniforms, books or equipment. 

Question: Is NJROTC going to recruit me for the military? 

Answer: No. NJROTC is an elective and strictly a leadership development program that uses a military structure. There is NO obligation to join the military.

Question:  What are the student enrollment eligibility requirements?

Answer:  Student enrollment eligibility requirements are:

• Be enrolled in and attending a regular course of instruction in a grade 9 through 12 at the school hosting the unit.

• Be physically qualified to participate fully in the physical education program of the host school.

• Maintain acceptable standards of academic achievement and an academic standing that warrants at least normal progression leading to graduation.

• Maintain acceptable standards of conduct.

• Comply with specified personal grooming standards. Common sense and good judgment apply to the attainment of these standards. Standards will not be relaxed so as to reflect disgrace on the United States Navy.

Question:  Why should I join NJROTC? What are the benefits?

Answer:  The benefit to you include:

• NJROTC is very different from many other elective or program that you will engage in. The program offers every student a place to fit in, make quality friends, grow as an individual, while learning and developing life skills that will help prepare you for future endeavors. 

• The program uses a military structure for training to encourage initiative and individuality to develop natural gifts, to teach self-control, develop personal character, responsibility and qualities of integrity, loyalty, and dedication.

• NJROTC cadets are better behaved, have higher attendance, are role models for the avoidance of substance abuse, have higher self-esteem, develop positive life skills, graduate at a higher rate, and are an excellent source of service accessions.

• The values, principles, and self-discipline taught in NJROTC promotes positive, productive behaviors.

• The NJROTC program is motivational in encouraging cadets to graduate from high school.

• Cadets presenting evidence of successful completion of at least 3 years of NJROTC are entitled to advanced promotion to pay grade E-3 upon initial enlistment in an active or reserve component of the Navy or Air Force and pay grade E-2 in the Army or Marine Corps.

Question:  What subjects are included in the curriculum?

Answer:  The wide variety of subjects includes the following:

• CITIZENSHIP -- Provides all aspects of citizenship to include patriotism, citizenship requirements, civic responsibilities, and national defense.

• LEADERSHIP -- An ongoing study of the principles and practical application of leadership with emphasis on providing opportunities for students to exercise and develop their own leadership abilities.

• PERSONAL GROWTH AND RESPONSIBILITY --: Provides information and requires cadet involvement in physical fitness, health, hygiene, nutrition, social skills, written and oral communication and personal finance.

• PUBLIC SERVICE AND CAREER EXPLORATION -- Provides information on career preparation and opportunities for public service.

• GENERAL MILITARY SUBJECTS -- Explains all aspects of NJROTC administration, drill and ceremonies, uniforms, clothing and equipment, customs, courtesies and traditions of the Navy, ranks structure, chain of command, military history, marksmanship and first aid.