ROTC Opportunities for Drone and Autonomous Systems Students

Study Autonomous Systems. Develop
as a leader and prepare to serve.

Students pursuing the Bachelor of Science in Drone and Autonomous Systems at Fullerton College can combine their studies in emerging autonomous technologies with leadership development and military officer training through established ROTC cross-town partnerships.

Fullerton College has established crosstown opportunities with Air Force ROTC at Loyola Marymount University and Army ROTC at California State University, Fullerton, creating pathways for eligible students to pursue their Drone and Autonomous Systems degree at Fullerton College while participating in ROTC training through a partner university.

These opportunities allow students to develop advanced technical knowledge in drones, robotics, autonomous systems, sensors, mission planning, aviation safety, and emerging technologies while simultaneously building the leadership, communication, teamwork, and decision-making skills emphasized through ROTC.

Air Force ROTC
Loyola Marymount University

Through Fullerton College’s crosstown agreement with Air Force ROTC at Loyola Marymount University, eligible Drone and Autonomous Systems students may participate in the Air Force ROTC program while completing their bachelor’s degree at Fullerton College.

Students complete their academic degree requirements through Fullerton College and participate in Air Force ROTC courses, leadership laboratory activities, physical training, and other required activities through Loyola Marymount University’s AFROTC program.

For students interested in aviation, space, autonomous systems, emerging technologies, and national defense, this pathway provides a unique opportunity to study one of today’s fastest-growing technology fields while preparing to become an officer in the United States Air Force or United States Space Force.

A Powerful Combination

With a Bachelor of Science in Drone and Autonomous Systems + Air Force ROTC

Students can:

• Study advanced drone and autonomous systems technologies.
• Develop leadership and military decision-making skills.
• Participate in Air Force ROTC training and professional development.
• Explore career fields connected to aviation, space, intelligence, cyber, logistics, operations, and emerging technologies.
• Prepare to compete for commissioning opportunities in the U.S. Air Force or U.S. Space Force.

Army ROTC
Cal State University, Fullerton

Fullerton College Drone and Autonomous Systems students may also pursue Army ROTC through the crosstown partnership with California State University, Fullerton.

Students continue their bachelor’s degree studies at Fullerton College while participating in Army ROTC military science courses, leadership development, physical training, and field training activities through the Army ROTC program at Cal State Fullerton.

The combination of Army ROTC and the Drone and Autonomous Systems degree is particularly relevant as the Army continues to expand the use of uncrewed aircraft, robotics, autonomous platforms, sensing technologies, artificial intelligence, and multi-domain systems.

Technology Meets Leadership

Bachelor of Science in Drone and Autonomous Systems + Army ROTC

Students can:

• Build technical expertise in drones, robotics, and autonomous systems.
• Develop practical leadership and team management skills.
• Participate in Army ROTC field and leadership training.
• Gain experience in mission planning, safety, operations, and technology integration.
• Prepare to compete for commissioning opportunities as an officer in the United States Army.

Preparing Leaders for an Autonomous Future

Autonomous systems are rapidly changing aviation, defense, public safety, infrastructure, logistics, and other industries. Tomorrow’s leaders will need to understand not only how these technologies operate, but also how to safely manage people, missions, and complex technological systems.

The Fullerton College Bachelor of Science in Drone and Autonomous Systems prepares students for this emerging environment through advanced coursework and applied learning in autonomous operations, sensors and payloads, mission planning, safety management systems, multi-platform operations, data analytics, and emerging drone technologies.

ROTC provides an additional leadership pathway for students interested in military service and the opportunity to pursue a commission as an officer.

Together, the Drone and Autonomous Systems bachelor’s degree and ROTC offer students a distinctive combination of advanced technology education, applied experience, and leadership development.

Interested in ROTC?

Students interested in combining the Bachelor of Science in Drone and Autonomous Systems with Air Force ROTC or Army ROTC are encouraged to begin exploring the ROTC pathway early in their academic planning.

ROTC participation includes specific eligibility, enrollment, physical fitness, academic, and training requirements established by the respective military service and ROTC program. Students should work with the Fullerton College Drone Technology program and the appropriate ROTC detachment or battalion to understand participation and commissioning requirements.

Study the technology shaping the future.
Develop the skills to lead.