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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University Press of Mississippi editors to visit USM at Cook Library
Staff members from the University Press of Mississippi will meet with members of the university community interested in publishing with the press and to participate in two panel discussions. Both sessions will be held Monday, Jan. 27, in Cook Library 206Z. At 10:30 a.m. press editors and university librarians will participate in a panel discussion on the changing dynamics of scholarly publication. At 1:30 p.m. Craig Gill, director of the press, will give a presentation to interested faculty, students and staff about the workings of University Press of Mississippi. Afterward, Gill and other editors will meet individually with faculty and others who wish to discuss book projects.
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Men's Basketball vs. Arkansas State at Reed Green Coliseum
The Golden Eagles men's basketball team takes on the Arkansas State Red Wolves.
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National Juried Poster Show at George Hurst Building - Gallery of Art and Design
A national juried exhibition showcasing posters by graphic artists from across the U.S., featuring juror Michael Borosky, distinguished USM alum and co-founder of Eleven Inc. Borosky's celebrated career includes collaborations with iconic brands like Apple, Google, and Disney. This exhibition also features a curated selection of early 20th-century vintage posters on loan from the Lauren Rogers Museum of Art.
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Graduate Student Digital Dialogue
The Graduate Student Digital Dialogue will take place Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025, from 6-7 p.m. CST via Microsoft Teams. With an increasing number of students enrolled in online, hybrid and executive format programs, we want to connect with all of our graduate students. The session will include discussions regarding professional development opportunities and resources accessible to students through the Graduate School. Students will also be able to ask questions, meet Graduate School staff and win USM swag. Digital Dialogue Registration
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Guest Artist Series: Jim Self, legendary Hollywood tuba at The Thomas V. Fraschillo Stage at the Mannoni Performing Arts Center Auditorium
Legendary Hollywood studio tubist James Self will perform a concert of his compositions for a diverse combinations of instruments. This concert features members of the tuba-euphonium studio.