Green-to-Gold (G2G)

The Green to Gold program seeks talented young active duty enlisted soldiers with officer potential to voluntarily request discharge from active duty (program dependent- see options below) and enroll in ARMY ROTC to earn a baccalaureate or master’s degree and receive a commission as a second lieutenant.

IMPORTANT:

Soldiers must coordinate with their Green-to-Gold Post Liaison in order to complete their Green-to-Gold application/packet. Soldiers must also contact and coordinate with university/college Admissions Departments and Registrars. An acceptance letter must be obtained from the university/college. Everything is on the Soldier. The ROTC Battalion only provides a PMS acceptance memo for submission with their packet. In order to gain an acceptance memo from the 49er Battalion PMS, the Soldier must send an initial, unencrypted email to the Recruiting Operations Officer (ROO) at richard.a.nash.civ@army.mil to establish communication, just letting him know who you are and what action you are pursing. Once the ROO acknowleges the initial email, the Soldier will then submit an encrypted email with a scanned copy of the following to: richard.a.nash.civ@army.mil

  1. Copy of Commander’s Letter of Recommendation (CC Form 174)
  2. ERB (Enlisted Record Brief)
  3. Most recent ACFT Card
  4. Any and all college transcripts (may be unofficial)
  5. Draft copy of Cadet Command Form 104R, filled out through projected graduation date

DEADLINES:

Deadlines/Timelines for the four different programs for Green to Gold are found within the booklet attached each G2G option.

Getting your University’s Acceptance letter can sometimes be rather difficult. Please get in contact with the University Admissions Office early and let them know of any upcoming deadlines that you are current working towards.

If it is not possible to retrieve or receive your acceptance letter in time to submit your packet before your deadlines, it is recommended that you contact the G2G rep at Cadet Command at 502-624-6937 and let them know the letter will be late; they may be able to work with you if that is the only thing missing in your packet.

UNC Charlotte Links: ADMISSIONS and REGISTRAR

Basic Eligibility

  • U.S. Citizen (non-waiverable)
  • GT score of 110 or greater (non-waiverable).
  • Age for Scholarship/Hip-Pocket applicants – you must be under 31 years of age on 31 December of the year you complete all requirements for a commission. You must have acquired your bachelor’s degree by this time. This is a statutory requirement and there are no waivers authorized for Scholarship/Hip-Pocket applicants.
  • Age for ADO applicants – ADO applicants can request an Age Waiver if selected by the board for Phase 2 of the process.
  • Cannot have been convicted of a Domestic Violence crime.
  • You must have served a minimum of two-years Active Duty as well as three months of Active Duty for every one month of specialized training (a waiver can be requested).
  • Pass the ACFT within the last six months (no alternate events allowed).
  • Cumulative High School or College GPA of 2.5.
  • Letter of Acceptance to School of Choice offering Army ROTC.
  • Letter of Acceptance from the PMS of that Army ROTC Battalion.
  • Favorable National Agency Check.
  • DODMERB Medical Qualification.
  • No more than three dependents including spouse (waiverable).
  • Four-year applicants must have taken the ACT or SAT.

OPTIONS

  • Active Duty Program: Remain on active duty (two year option only)
  • Scholarship: 2, 3, or 4-year scholarships available
  • Division Commander’s 2, 3, 4 year hip pocket scholarships
  • Non-scholarship: 2 year only **Note: non-scholarship can join Guard or Reserves under Simultaneous Membership Program (SMP)

Note: Can attend any school that has an ARMY ROTC program

1. Green To Gold Active-Duty Option

The Green to Gold Active-Duty Option is a two-year program that provides eligible, Active Army enlisted Soldiers an opportunity to complete their first baccalaureate degree or first graduate degree and earn a commission as an Army Officer.

Benefits
  • Soldiers selected to participate in this program will continue to receive their current pay and allowances while in the program (up to a maximum of 21 consecutive months).
  • If qualified, Montgomery G.I. Bill / Army College Fund (MGIB/ACF) benefits.
  • Post 9/11 GI Bill.
  • Normal PCS entitlements.

To assist you in the application process you can use the Green to Gold ADO Information Booklet. The booklet contains valuable information about the program and can help you submit your application.

ADO BOOKLET

2. Green To Gold Scholarship

The Green to Gold Scholarship Option provides eligible, Active Duty enlisted Soldiers an opportunity to complete their first baccalaureate degree or first graduate degree and earn a commission as an Army Officer.

  • Scholarships are awarded for two, three, or four years.
  • Soldiers with two years of college remaining to complete their degree are considered for two-year scholarships.
  • Soldiers with three years of college remaining to complete their degree are considered for three-year scholarships.
  • Soldiers without college credit who require four years to complete their degree are considered for four-year scholarships.
Benefits
  • Tuition or room and board support.
  • Additional money for textbooks, supplies, and equipment.
  • A monthly stipend of $420 for up to 10 months each school year.
  • Pay for attending the Cadet Leadership Course (CLC) (formally Leader Development & Assessment Course LDAC) between the junior and senior years of college.
  • Additionally, many colleges and universities offer incentives to scholarship winners. The Professor of Military Science (PMS) at your college of choice can provide further information on what is available at the school.

To assist you in the application process you can use the Green to Gold Scholarship/Hip-Pocket Information Booklet. The booklet contains valuable information about the program and can help you submit your application.

SCHOLARSHIP/HIP-POCKET BOOKLET

3. Division Commander’s 2,3 or 4 Year Hip Pocket Scholarships

The Army ROTC Green to Gold Division Commander’s Hip Pocket Scholarship Program provides selected Soldiers the opportunity to complete their baccalaureate degree requirements and obtain a commission through participation in the ROTC Scholarship program. Each year, division commanders may nominate deserving Soldiers for two, three, and four-year Green to Gold scholarships. Units are encouraged to nominate Soldiers that have exhibited the potential for further outstanding service to the United States and the Army as Commissioned Officers. Interested Soldiers are encouraged to follow-up with their chain of command.

Benefits
  • Tuition or room and board support.
  • Additional money for textbooks, supplies, and equipment.
  • A monthly stipend of $420 for up to 10 months each school year.
  • Pay for attending the Cadet Leadership Course (CLC) (formally Leader Development & Assessment Course LDAC) between the junior and senior years of college.
  • Additionally, many colleges and universities offer incentives to scholarship winners. The Professor of Military Science (PMS) at your college of choice can provide further information on what is available at the school.

To assist you in the application process you can use the Green to Gold Scholarship/Hip-Pocket Information Booklet. The booklet contains valuable information about the program and can help you submit your application.

SCHOLARSHIP/HIP-POCKET BOOKLET

4. Green To Gold Non-Scholarship Option

The Green to Gold Non-Scholarship Option is for Soldiers who are considering leaving Active Duty to attend college while receiving a monthly stipend. This option is a locally managed option. Soldiers are advised to contact the Army ROTC Recruiting Operations Officer (ROO) at their school of intent for additional information regarding the Green to Gold Option.

Additional Benefits

  • Leadership training
  • Responsibility and Practical Experience

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND POC:

https://armyrotc.army.mil/green-to-gold/

Contact Email: usarmy.knox.usacc.mbx.train2lead@army.mil

Cadet Command Representative: (502) 624-1211, 5660

Or

Fort Liberty – Briefings are on Tuesdays at 1000 at the Education Center on the corner of Knox & Randolph St. POC for Fort Liberty is Mr. James Salanitro and he can be reached at (910) 893-1590 or by email at jsalanitro@campbell.edu.