NROTC New Student Orientation (NSO)
NSO is a training conducted at the University of Mississippi that is required of all Midshipmen during the summer before their freshman year.
Starting your Journey as an officer.
The NSO is a comprehensive program designed to introduce you to the structure, expectations, and values of the NROTC program. We will help you transition into the program by covering key aspects of military training, leadership development, physical fitness, and academic responsibilities. Participants will engage in team-building activities, familiarize themselves with the program's mission, and gain insights into the Navy and Marine Corps' traditions, fostering a strong foundation for their future as officers.
Prepare yourself for Orientation (NSO)
Fill out the verification form so our staff can help you get registered for your required Naval Science Courses.
You will report to Holman Hall Room 138 on the University of Mississippi campus. We will introduce the staff, conduct the oath of office, and then begin the administrative process to get you checked in to the unit.
- Uniform for check-in: Wear business casual (collar shirt and khakis for men, and equivalent for women). Report to NROTC Orientation with a haircut in accordance with United States Navy Uniform Regulations. Females do not need to have short hair but must be able to tie it back neatly. Men should be cleanly shaven.
- Parents are welcome to attend the oath of office, but do not need attend the administrative in-processing.
- Travel Receipts (Scholarship Students only) i.e. airplane tickets, bus tickets, driving dates
- Complete this direct deposit form: Direct Deposit Form (Scholarship Students Only)
- Copy of sickle cell trait test results. We have to identify midshipmen that are SCT positive. The following are the acceptable laboratory tests for determining sickle cell trait status:
- Hemoglobin solubility- will report as positive or negative. Positive result requires follow-up testing via Hemoglobin electrophoresis.
- Hemoglobin electrophoresis. *The result will report the percentage of normal hemoglobin cells (A) and sickle cells (S).
- High pressure liquid chromatography (HLPC)
- Many states performed sickle cell trait screening as a part of the newborn testing. These results can be used in lieu of the above.
- Copy of your immunization records (COVID-19 immunization is not required, but provide a copy if you were vaccinated)
- Official Birth certificate (Birth Certificate can be a certified copy) and Social Security Card (Copies will be made and returned during your admin apt.)
- Copy of Sports Physical and Report of Medical History (DD form 2807) –College Programmers and Scholarship Students who don’t currently have a qualified DoDMERB. ENSURE YOUR DOCTOR SIGNED THE FINAL PAGE OF THE “REPORT OF MEDICAL HISTORY” DOCUMENT.
- PARFQ – The “Date of Last PHA” will be the date Scholarship students completed their DODMERB Physical, and the sports physical date for college programmers.
- Annual Certificate of Physical Condition (NSTC 1533-107 (07-20)) – Required to complete Physical Training. Date form for 15 August 2023.
Take the PRT/PFT during NSO
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U.S. Navy Option
All incoming students will be expected to achieve a passing grade on a Navy Physical Readiness Test during NROTC Orientation. The assessment consists of push-ups, plank and a timed 1.5 mile run. If you do not meet the minimum standards for all three exercises, you will be evaluated for continuation in the program upon the conclusion of orientation.
Questions about the U.S. Navy PRT? -
Marine Corps Option
ll incoming marine option students will be expected to achieve a minimum score of 200 on the Marine Corps Physical Fitness Test (PFT). The test will be conducted during NROTC Orientation. The assessment consists of pull-ups, planks, and a timed 3-mile run. If you do not meet the minimum standards for all three exercises, you will be evaluated for continuation in the program upon the conclusion of orientation.
Questions about the Marine Corps PFT?
Make sure you have your required medical forms
You should have completed with the college programmer application or through DODMERB. Ensure on Report of Medical Examination that the medical examiner signed the last page and fully completes this document. This will prevent a student from training.
It is very important that you keep us updated should your medical status change before you arrive at NROTC Orientation. You may not be able to participate if you are injured or are taking certain medications. Also, if you have been awarded a scholarship, you will not receive tuition benefits until you become medically qualified.