For more than 50 years, Appalachian State University's Army ROTC has developed leaders of character for the United States Army. Through a program that builds confidence, discipline, and resilience, you’ll be challenged to Be All You Can Be—becoming not only Army Strong, but Mountaineer Strong.

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Mac Award

Leadership Excellence-- Best in the Brigade and among the top in the Nation

App State ROTC has had a reputation as a strong program for decades. The proof is in the Mountaineer Battalion Cadet’s performance in competitions, ...

Dining Out

Annual Dining Out- Comradery in a Formal Setting

App State ROTC hosted its annual Dining Out. It was a great social event that brought the Mountaineers together for an evening of celebration and refl...

PR Natcon Success

2025 National Convention and Drill Competition

App State ROTC’s Pershing Rifles, Company M-4, had an outstanding performance at the 2025 National Convention and Drill Competition.  They secu...

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