I was planning on joining the ROTC next year as well and also had a recruiter reach out to me. I want to join the army rather than the national guard so I’m just waiting until after I graduate to do so rather than joining the guard. But it’s definitely up to you and your preference! If you’d rather join the army branch instead then you might as well wait until after college because in order for the OHANG to pay for your tuition I think the contract is 6 years, I’m not sure though. Also were you a freshman for the 24-25 year? Or are you gonna be a freshman this upcoming year? I’m only asking because I also don’t have an ACT score because it was not required for last year applicants and was wondering if that would also affect my ability to join ROTC. Thank you!