Program Overview
Army ROTC Program
The Army ROTC program is a leadership development program that provides students with the opportunity to develop their skills and become officers in the U.S. Army. The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in leadership, management, and military science.
Military Science Curriculum and Training
The Military Science Curriculum and Training program is a four-year program that provides students with a comprehensive education in military science and leadership. The program is divided into two parts: the Basic Course and the Advanced Course.
- The Basic Course is a two-year program that introduces students to the fundamentals of military science and leadership.
- The Advanced Course is a two-year program that provides students with advanced training in military science and leadership.
Army ROTC Basic Course
The Army ROTC Basic Course is a two-year program that introduces students to the fundamentals of military science and leadership. The course is designed for freshmen and sophomore students and provides them with a comprehensive education in leadership, management, and military science.
- Freshman Year: Preparing for Success as an Army Officer
- Introduction to Army Leadership
- Army Customs and Traditions
- Military Operations and Tactics
- Goal Setting and Accomplishment
- Health and Physical Fitness
- Sophomore Year: The Role of an Officer
- Applied Leadership Theory
- Communications
- Principles of War
- Military Operations and Tactics
Army ROTC Advanced Course
The Army ROTC Advanced Course is a two-year program that provides students with advanced training in military science and leadership. The course is designed for junior and senior students and provides them with a comprehensive education in leadership, management, and military science.
- Junior Year: Leading Small Tactical Units
- Command and Staff Functions
- Law of War
- Weapons
- Team Dynamics and Peer Leadership
- Military Operations and Tactics
- Senior Year: Transition To Becoming An Officer
- Training the Force
- Military Justice
- Ethical Decision Making
- Personnel Management
- Cultural Awareness
- Post and Installation Support
- Military Operations and Tactics
Summer Training
The Cadet Summer Training (CST) is a vital aspect of the Army ROTC program. The training consists of a Basic Camp and an Advanced Camp, which are centralized at Fort Knox, KY. The Basic Camp is intended as an introduction to Army ROTC, assuming no prior knowledge, while the Advanced Camp is a capstone course.
Is ROTC Compatible with Other Majors?
Yes, the Army ROTC program is compatible with other majors. Students can major in nearly all academic areas and still participate in the Army ROTC program. The program provides students with a comprehensive education in leadership, management, and military science, which can be applied to any major.
Military Science Courses and Curriculum
The Military Science Courses and Curriculum are designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in military science and leadership. The courses are divided into four levels: MSI, MSII, MSIII, and MSIV.
- MSI Level: MSLR 1001 (2 credit) Fall Semester, MSLR 1002 (2 credit) Winter Semester
- MSII Level: MSLR 2101 (2 credit) Fall Semester, MSLR 2012 (2 credit) Winter Semester
- MSIII Level: MSLR 3201 (3 credit) Fall Semester, MSLR 3202 (3 credit) Winter Semester
- MSIV Level: MSLR 4301 (3 credit) Fall Semester, MSLR 4302 (3 credit) Winter Semester
- Military History course: MSLR 4400 (3 credit)