Program Overview

Introduction to the Green to Gold Program

The Army Green to Gold Program provides Enlisted Soldiers an opportunity to pursue a commission as an Army Officer. Soldiers can work toward either a baccalaureate or graduate degree while participating in the ROTC leadership program.

Green to Gold Options

The Green to Gold Program offers the following options:

• Green to Gold Scholarship Option: Selected Soldiers will leave active duty status to attend college. This can be a two, three, or four-year program. The Army will pay 100% of tuition and fees (whether in-State or out-of-State) or up to $12,000 per year in room and board fees, plus $600 per semester for books, and a monthly stipend of $420 for the 10 academic months classes are in session (August - May).
  • Key benefits include:
    • 100% tuition and fees coverage
    • Up to $12,000 per year in room and board fees
    • $600 per semester for books
    • Monthly stipend of $420
• Green to Gold Active Duty Option: Selected Soldiers will remain on Active Duty and be reassigned to the university location. The soldier must be able to complete their degree requirements in two years. Soldiers will retain their current pay and allowances while completing their last two years of school. The Soldier is responsible for paying for the cost of attending school (tuition, fees, & books); most Soldiers elect to use their GI benefits to cover the cost of school.
  • Key aspects include:
    • Remaining on Active Duty
    • Reassignment to the university location
    • Completion of degree requirements within two years
    • Retention of current pay and allowances
• Green to Gold Non-Scholarship Option: Qualified Soldiers will leave active duty status to attend college. The soldier must be able to complete their degree requirements in two years. The Army will provide a monthly stipend ($420). All expenses are the Soldier's responsibility; most Soldiers elect to use their Post 9/11 GI benefits to cover the cost of school and provide a living allowance.
  • Key points include:
    • Leaving active duty status
    • Completion of degree requirements within two years
    • Monthly stipend of $420
    • Use of Post 9/11 GI benefits for expenses and living allowance

Program Overview

The Green to Gold Program is designed to provide Enlisted Soldiers with the opportunity to pursue a commission as an Army Officer while working towards a baccalaureate or graduate degree. The program offers various options to accommodate different needs and circumstances, ensuring that Soldiers can achieve their educational and career goals.