1. Enlisted Record Brief (ERB).
This is a summary of a soldier's military career, including assignments, training, and qualifications.
2. College transcripts.
Official transcripts provide proof of completed coursework and academic performance.
3. Letter of Acceptance from a participating ROTC college.
This letter confirms a soldier's acceptance into a college that hosts an ROTC program.
4. Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT) scorecard.
A recent APFT scorecard is required to demonstrate physical fitness levels.
5. Medical qualification.
A statement or certificate confirming medical fitness for the program is necessary.
6. Letters of recommendation.
These should be from superior officers or academic instructors who can attest to the soldier's leadership potential and character.
7. Statement of purpose.
A personal essay explaining the soldier's reasons for wanting to become an officer and their career aspirations.
8. ROTC scholarship application (if applicable).
If seeking an ROTC scholarship, the completed application form must be included.
9. Commander’s endorsement.
This is a formal endorsement from the soldier's current commander supporting their application.
10. DA Form 4187 (Personnel Action Form).
This form is used to request a change in duty status, in this case, the transition from enlisted to officer candidate.