Are you interested in pursuing a career in the U.S. Armed Forces while still attending college? If so, then participating in a Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) program may be the right fit for you. Or, are you considering enlisting? AACC can help connect you with a local ROTC program or branch recruiter.
Steps to Get Started
This checklist is a step-by-step guide to the admissions and enrollment process at AACC. We want to help you begin your studies without delay or complications.
1. Apply for admission to AACC.
2. Activate your MyAACC account.
You need your seven-digit AACC ID number, assigned user name and unique security code, which can be found in an email sent to you when you initially applied to AACC. For information visit our Password Management page.
3. Submit all official transcripts.
Send all official, sealed high school, college and credit exam transcripts to AACC’s Records Office, 101 College Parkway, Arnold, MD 21012 or to records@aacc.edu.
4. Attend orientation
Online orientation can be accessed at any time from a desktop computer or mobile device with internet access by visiting our Orientation page. You will also receive an invitation to participate in our next Military/Veteran Newcomer’s Briefing live session, an optional event that will provide you with more specific information about college services for military and veteran students and their families.
5. Schedule an individual advising appointment.
There are options for your academic advising experience, and you can choose one or both of these options!
You can schedule an appointment with a field of interest academic advisor that is associated with your chosen major.
You can also schedule an appointment with a military/veteran academic advisor that specializes in working with military-connected students.
During your advising appointment, you can discuss the following:
6. Meet with a recruiter.
7. Check-in with the Military/Veteran Resource Center.
Meet our team of military/veteran peer counselors and academic advisors who will stay by your side throughout your time at AACC.
The MVRC features a lounge called 'The Bunker', a comfortable space where military/veteran students can listen to music, watch TV or movies and just wind down after a busy day. Fresh coffee, ice-cold water and snacks are available, so you can stop by between classes to reenergize and socialize.
Military Opportunities
Whether you're looking to enter the Reserve Officers' Training Corps or meet with a recruiter from one of the U.S. Armed Forces branches, we can help.
Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC)
Recruiters
Financial Aid Options
You have a variety of options when it comes to paying for your education. We can help identify your options and maximize their impact. Here are several options to consider.
FAFSA
AACC Scholarships
Maryland State Grants, Scholarships and Loan Assistance
Health and Wellness Resources
You can perform your best, inside and outside the classroom, when you feel healthy and secure. Your overall health and well-being are vital components to academic and professional success. We have compiled a list of resources that offer a variety of assistance to service members, veterans and their families.
See our health and wellness resources
Success at AACC
Once you're at AACC, we want you to succeed! Here are a few tips to help you achieve your academic and personal goals.
Prepare for Your Courses
Build Your Support Team
Get Involved
Maintain Your Health
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