Department of Military Science
Department of Military Science & Leadership
Developing Tomorrow’s Leaders Today
Scientists and teachers, business leaders and policy makers, and officers for the US Army. USM and its Army ROTC program prepare students to be innovators and leaders for the 21st century. We produce lieutenants for the active Army, the National Guard, and the US Army Reserves. Each component has 16 branches that cater to multiple interests, including infantry, military intelligence, aviation, engineering, armor and medical services corps. Warriors wanted, each with a breadth of perspective who:
- Demonstrate a capacity for excellence
- Confident they will be competent Army leaders because of the rigor of the program
- Committed to the Army for the duration and open-minded about further service
Our Programs
When you become part of the Army ROTC, you're not just working toward a diploma, but an even brighter future as a leader alongside other motivated Cadets.
Find Your Warrior as a Cadet in the Golden Eagle BN
Our courses develop individual leadership and group problem-solving skills, plus you get to experience the out-of-classroom labs that get you adventuring outdoors including: Rappelling, rifle marksmanship, obstacle courses, and land navigation. Contracted students can also participate in adventure training in airborne, air assault and mountain warfare training schools.
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career possibilities to consider
Benefits
Scholarship Opportunities & Stipends
Training
Commission as Second Lieutenants
Find Your Warrior at USM Army ROTC
The high school Four-Year Scholarship is for high school students planning on attending a four-year college program. You can also recieve a 3-year Advanced Designee scholarship, which means that your scholarship money wouldn't kick in until your sophomore year.
Did you know that Federal Tuition Assistance helps cover 15-18 undergraduate or graduate credit hours per academic year based on your branch of service? Approved TA course hours will be paid with your Federal Tuition Assistance and the TA Gap Funding Program from USM!
College of Business Events
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GCRL Science Cafe: Mississippi Sound Estuary Program at GCRL
The Gulf Coast Research Lab Science Cafe will be presented by Dr. Eric Sparks, director of the Coastal and Marine Extension program at Mississippi State University. Sparks will talk about the Mississippi Sound Estuary Program. Thes Science Café will be held at the Caylor Building, room 104 on the GCRL Halstead Campus, 703 East Beach Drive, Ocean Springs, or virtually via Webex : http://usm.webex.com/usm/j.php?MTID=m70d2af36027d691b670a842eede8ea4e Recently, the estuary program was formed with the mission of facilitating community-driven conservation, restoration and stewardship of the Mississippi Sound. In this presentation, Sparks will discuss the formation, goals, community engagement and feedback opportunities and initial activities of MSEP. His presentation will include activities of several connected coastal Extension programs along the Mississippi and Alabama coasts. The sponsor of Science Cafe is the Mississippi-Alabama Sea Grant Consortium.
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USM Saxophone Studio Recital at Marsh Auditorium
The USM Saxophone Studio presents a showcase of saxophone artistry featuring the USM Sax-Chamber Orchestra and various chamber ensembles. This concert highlights the versatility and expressive range of the saxophone through a diverse program of works performed by our talented students. The Sax-Chamber Orchestra, a unique ensemble comprised entirely of saxophones, will deliver a powerful and nuanced performance, exploring the full spectrum of saxophone soundscapes. In addition, various chamber ensembles, ranging from duos to quartets, will offer different musical textures and styles.
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Cello Studio Recital at Marsh Auditorium
Members of the USM Cello Studio will perform works raging from the Baroque period to the 20th century.
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Moorman Public Event: Teju Cole at Gonzales Auditorium
Award-winning writer, photographer and Harvard professor Teju Cole will be visiting USM as part of the Charles W. Moorman public event hosted by the current Moorman Professor of English, Monika Gehlawat. Cole will give a public talk and book signing and engage in a craft conversation with Dr. Gehlawat.
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Holiday Choral Spectacular at Main Street Baptist Church
The School of Music presents the Holiday Choral Spectacular featuring choral activities and The USM Symphony Orchestra.