The 2026-2027 Marine Corps Option ROTC scholarship dates have been announced. The application deadline for Navy ROTC – Marine Corps Option is January 31, 2026. Make sure you complete your packet by this date. The Marine Corps Option boards will be held:

  • November 2026
  • February 2027

Note that each Marine Corps Recruiting districtholds their own board. Boards are normally conducted in the first two weeks of the month.

Board results are usually announced one month after the board concludes. Candidates can continue to be awarded a scholarship off the “alternate list” from March to May 2026.

The SAT/ACT is still required for a completed packet. Scores must be sent to NROTC Test Code 0565.

This is specific information for the Marine Corps Option scholarship, read our post on Navy ROTC board dates if you’re also interested in the Navy ROTC scholarship.

The Portal Opened on April 1, 2025.

Here is the link to start your Navy ROTC Marine Corps Option Application.

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