JROTC JLAB (Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps Leadership and Academic Bowl) is a national academic and leadership competition for high school JROTC cadets across all service branches—Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Space Force.

Overview

JLAB is designed to:

• Promote academic excellence

• Strengthen leadership skills

• Encourage teamwork

• Improve critical thinking and problem-solving

Two Main Competitions

1. Academic Bowl

   • Focuses on subjects like math, science, English, current events, and JROTC curriculum.

   • Tests cadets' knowledge and academic preparedness.

2. Leadership Bowl

   • Focuses on leadership principles, decision-making, and teamwork.

   • Questions often relate to leadership theory, communication, and the JROTC curriculum.

Competition Structure

• Level I & II (Online Rounds): Held in the fall and winter. Teams compete virtually through a timed online platform.

• Level III (Championship Round): The top teams from each branch qualify for the national championship in Washington, D.C. during the summer (usually in June or July). Travel is typically funded for qualifying teams.

Why It Matters

• Builds confidence, camaraderie, and leadership.

• Provides an opportunity to represent your school and JROTC program on a national stage.

• Looks great on college and scholarship applications.