About
The Army ROTC program in the Department of Military Science offers an academically challenging and practical curriculum which can be completed in eight semesters or a compressed program of either four or six semesters. The military science curriculum supplements the university's baccalaureate or postgraduate studies. The Army is prepared to award a commission to any deserving student based on both Army ROTC and academic achievement upon graduation.
The scope of the Military Science Minor curriculum is oriented toward developing the best all-around student who demonstrates leadership and managerial skill, reacts well under pressure, and understands general military subjects. Students can complete additional laboratory classes alongside the requirements of the minor if they are interested in competing for a commission in the uniformed services of the United States.
Prospective students and cadets can visit the Army ROTC website to learn more about 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Army ROTC program, find contacts for the Department of Military Science, or to learn more about the US Army.
Accreditation
For information regarding accreditation at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ, please head over to Academic Program Accreditations.
Learning Outcomes
The overall objective of the Army ROTC program is to develop in the student cadet (through both classroom theory and practical application) the necessary traits, knowledge, proficiency, and experience needed to be commissioned as an officer in the United States Army. The candidate’s course of study includes a broad educational base, including academic subjects of particular value in both civilian and military pursuits. Student cadets develop expertise in the following subject areas:
- Critically analyze the current Operational Environment in which our Armed Forces are deployed to better prepare to serve as a Platoon Leader
- Demonstrate and apply a basic understanding of Army operations, training management, safety, risk management, counseling and communications as a member of the Cadet Battalion Chain-of-Command
- Demonstrate and apply time management skills and troop leading procedures to develop and articulate a complete five paragraph Operations Order
- Apply tactical and strategic lessons learned from warfare throughout history to current and potential military engagements
The curriculum prepares the student for military service.
Career Possibilities
Students completing the minor and Army ROTC will compete for a commission into the United States Army in either the Active Army, Army Reserve, or Army National Guard as a second lieutenant. Commissioning into the Active Army is equivalent to a full-time position with benefits. Commissioning into the Army Reserve or Army National Guard is equivalent to a part-time position with benefits. can be found online.
Students completing the minor without enrolling in ROTC will be positioned to pursue a career involved in the defense industry related to their major.
Requirements
Contacts
Howard R. Hughes College of Engineering
The College of Engineering provides students a well-rounded foundation in several engineering disciplines for a successful career in engineering and computer science. Through the hands-on, experiential education experience we offer, students are enabled to achieve excellence in their respective fields.