The Golden Griffin Army ROTC Battalion provides an opprotunity for college nursing students to receive practical, hands-on leadership experience.  The courses provide a chance for students to develop management, communication and decision-making skills in a non-threatening environment.  Physical training and confidence building activities also provide a chance for students to be physically and mentally challenged.

Students who are interesed in obtaining a Bachelors in Nursing from an accredited university or college may enroll in ROTC.  Students may enroll as a freshman, sophomore, or as late as an entering college junior.  Both the University at Buffalo and D'Youville College offer nursing students a chance to join ROTC through Canisius College and the Golden Griffin Army ROTC BN.  Upon completion of the program, students are commissioned officers in the United States Army. 

Financial Benefits

Two, three, and four year scholarships are available to nuring students going to either the University at Buffalo or D'Youville College.  All scholarships will provide:
  • 100% Tutition and Fees
  • $900 allowance for books each year
  • Personal stipend of $300 - $500 a month
  • A grant to be used towards campus housing
Students can participate in ROTC without a scholarship and will receive the personal stipend during their junior and senior years.  However, scholarship money is currently available and interested students should contact us for more information!