Military Science Program Options
The curriculum - our program has these primary components:
- Basic - MSL 101/102 (1-credit courses) and MSL 201/202 (2-credit courses) - a study of current military issues, the role of officers in the Army, the history of military service and map reading.
- Advanced - MSL 301/302/401/402 (4-credit courses): a study of interpersonal skills, Army officer ranks and responsibilities and leadership techniques.
- Fitness training.
- Leadership labs for practical training.
There are three avenues for completing the program:
1. Four-Year Program
- Freshman/sophomore - complete the basic course.
- Pre-junior year - you're contracted.
- Junior/senior - complete the advanced course.
- Summer between junior/senior year - attend 30-day Cadet Summer Training: Advanced Camp
2. Two-Year Program
- For those who want to join after their sophomore year (undergrad or grads with at least four semesters of school remaining).
- Prior to final four semesters - you're conditionally contracted and attend Cadet Summer Training: Basic Camp (a 30-day training course held at Fort Knox, Ky.).
- Following completion of the Basic Camp, you're contracted and admitted to the advanced course.
- Prior to graduation - attend Cadet Summer Training: Advanced Camp (a 30-day training course held at Fort Knox, Ky.).
3. Prior Military Service
- If you have qualified prior service in the Army, Navy, Air Force or Marines, you may be eligible for placement in the advanced course without the basic course/Cadet Summer Training: Basic Camp prerequisite. In addition, Army National Guard and Army Reserve students/soldiers may join ROTC their junior year and earn additional money as a cadet.
