Introducing Project GO - ROTC Language and Culture Project
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What is Project GO?Project GO, the “Global Officer” initiative, is 14 universities and the national ROTC system working together…
“…to develop future military officers who possess the cross-cultural communication skills required for effective leadership in the 21st Century operational environment.” (www.rotcprojectgo.org)
Project GO in Detail• Language study scholarships
• Fully-funded study abroad
• No additional service commitment
• Summer, winter, and academic-year programs
Why so generous?U.S. military needs officers who know critical languages and understand other cultures
• Bonuses/stipends/incentive pay
• Free study abroad
• Unique career & leadership
opportunities
What’s in it for me?
Who is Eligible?
• Any current cadet/midshipman
• Army ROTC, AFROTC, NROTC/Marines
• Contracted or non-contracted
• Any year of undergraduate study
• Any language proficiency level
Which Languages Can I Study?
ArabicAzerbaijaniChineseDariHausaKazakhKoreanPashto
PersianRussian
SwahiliTajikTatar UrduUyghurUzbekWolof
TurkishTurkmen
How do I become a Global Officer?
Project GO Scholarships are very competitive! Don’t delay.
1. Visit the Project GO website (http://rotcprojectgo.org)
2. Find a program in a Project GO university.
3. Apply directly to that program.
Questions?Contact the Project GO advisor: [email protected]