Military Science Department Training Programs

The Department has three on-campus training programs:

1. the four year program consisting of the basic course for freshmen and sophomores, followed by the advanced course for juniors and seniors;
2. a three-year program where the basic course is compressed into the sophomore year followed by the advanced course; and
3. a two-year program.

The first entry point is where placement credit is allowed for the basic course to qualified veterans and members of the Army National Guard and the Army Reserve. A second entry point is available to students who desire to be paid for the equivalent of the basic course by attending the ROTC Leader’s Development Course in the summer prior to their junior year.

By enrolling in the basic course or its equivalent substitute, students do not make any commitment to the U.S. Army unless they are scholarship recipients. Tuition is not charged for ROTC courses. ROTC textbooks, uniforms and other essential materials are furnished to the Basic Course student at no cost. Fifty percent tuition credit for Advanced Course Nonscholarship cadets is available. To be eligible for commissioning, cadets must complete a course in Military History and pass water survival training. Contact the Department for requirements.