Program Overview
The GWUNROTC Unit is a consortium of four schools across the DC area: The Catholic University of America, Georgetown University, George Washington University, and Howard University. Naval Science classes and weekly professional seminars are conducted on the GWU campus.
Prior to their first semester as a Midshipman, students will attend New Student Indoctrination (NSI) at the Naval Service Training Command in Great Lakes, IL. Students will also attend New Student Orientation the week before fall classes begin at GWU to familiarize them with Midshipman life in the National Capital Region.
Midshipmen’s weekly responsibilities include:
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Commute to the GWU campus for Naval Science class twice per week from 0800-0915
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Attend weekly Leadership Laboratory on the GWU campus
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Weekly physical fitness training
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Every summer midshipmen attend a summer training period (summer cruise) for 3-4 weeks to gain exposure to the Navy Fleet/Marine Corps.
The Capital Battalion Crosstown University Information
The Capital Battalion is composed of four universities. The home unit is located at The George Washington University, and the three crosstown universities are The Catholic University of America, Howard University and Georgetown University. Incoming midshipmen who will be attending one of the three crosstown universities will be expected to travel to the George Washington University for all training evolutions. Crosstown midshipmen are expected to finance their transportation to the unit. Uber, the Metro, and the Capital Bike share are some of the platforms available.
Estimated Transportation Costs
| Consortium University | Catholic University (CUA) | Howard University (HU) | Georgetown University (GU) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uber / Lyft1 | $21.75 - $24.75 | $17.25 - $20.97 | $12.00 - $13.00 |
| Capital Bikeshare |
$84 annual pass $8 for a 24 hour pass |
$84 annual pass $8 for a 24 hour pass |
$84 annual pass $8 for a 24 hour pass |
| DC Metro1 | $2.602 |
$2.253 |
$2.50 (Dupont to GWU) $1.00 (Rosslyn to GWU)4 |
| University-Provided Vans | Available for reservation | N/A | N/A |
| Personal Vehicle | CUA Parking | HU Parking | GU Parking |
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Estimated Prices are for one-way fares during non-peak hours. Fares may fluctuate based on demand and time of ride.
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CUA students can purchase an unlimited metro train and bus pass for $90 – $99 / month
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HU students can purchase an unlimited metro train and bus pass for $72 - $81 / month
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GU has no direct metro stop. GU provides free bus services that will take students to and from the Rosslyn or DuPont Circle Metro Stops. This option is typically not feasible for arriving to early evolutions because of bus schedules but can be used to return to GU.
4/C Weekly Schedule
Incoming 4/C crosstown midshipmen can expect to travel to GWU in the mornings for the following training evolutions:
Fall Semester
- Monday: Tactics (Marine Options only) and Naval Science Class.
- Wednesday: Marine Option PT, Unit PT and Naval Science Class
- Thursday: FEP (PT for those who do not meet PRT standards)
- Friday: Drill and Unit Leadership Lab
Spring Semester
- Monday: Tactics (Marine Options only) and Naval Science Class.
- Tuesday: Marine Option PT
- Wednesday: Unit PT and Naval Science Class
- Thursday: FEP (PT for those who do not meet PRT standards)
- Friday: Drill and Unit Leadership Lab
Academics
Crosstown midshipmen are required to register for Naval Sciences classes through their university’s consortium. Note academic schedules may need to be rearranged to accommodate unit requirements. CUA 4/C midshipmen are advised to contact their freshmen advisors and rearrange their first LC course.