NSTP (National Service Training Program), set by RA 9163, is required civic and defense training for college students. You choose one of three components:
ROTC (Reserve Officers' Training Corps): military training; completing advanced ROTC can lead to a reserve commission.
CWTS (Civic Welfare Training Service): community service and welfare projects.
LTS (Literacy Training Service): teaching literacy and numeracy.
Requirements:
- Taken over two semesters
- Required for baccalaureate degrees and some technical-vocational courses
What it means for you:
- Pick the component that fits your interests and plans
- ROTC is useful background if you're considering the military or uniformed services
- You need to complete NSTP to graduate