Ah, I thought so as well (about the age limit) but the thing is, I went to a US Navy forum and there were 30+ year olds just starting NROTC. Some people said they started NROTC at 30 despite other websites saying that you must be under 27 by graduation. There’s no clear answer online so I guess I will just email Auburn’s NROTC unit like you suggested.
That is fantastic to hear about the USMC, though! I didn’t know of that at all. Thank you so much. I will start looking into that ASAP.
As for your advice, I am not just looking for a GI-bill funded college experience. I want to become an officer in the military, that is my main objective, even over money. I have a great interest and adoration for the military and it’s been something I’ve wanted to do for quite some time. I only put it off this long because I was dealing with my father having cancer and I lacked funds for college (on my own).
Thanks for the help, especially since you’re an NROTC grad.