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A couple of things here -
First, AROTC scholarships are quite plentiful - which, I guess, makes them less competitive. It's all about supply and demand. We are in the middle of two wars, folks. The Army has been and is currently expanding, while the Navy and Air Force are shrinking. There is a huge demand for junior officers in the Army.
Hence, it is true that nearly every college student who "qualifies" - academically, physically and medically who applies will receive a scholarship.
Now - those who applied to West Point and didn't concurrently apply for a AROTC scholarship - it's too late if you are FQNS to apply for the fall. The Army is making a concerted effort to offer you a scholaship and move you into officer training. They want you to be an Army Officer, they just don't have room for you at West Point this year.
Without this offer you would have to complete a semester, qualify academically again with a 2.5 college gpa and apply for a 3.5 year scholarship.
Also - for those applicants who choose to re-apply to West Point, taking Army ROTC in college is an excellent addition to your file and will improve it and your chance of selection.
Good Luck to you all.
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