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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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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Into the Woods by Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine at Martha R. Tatum Theatre
The late Stephen Sondheim’s classic musical bringing together familiar fairy tale characters is one of his most enduring and beloved works.
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The Southern Miss Gulf Coast Civic Chorale Season Finale Concert at St. Peter’s By The Sea Episcopal Church
The School of Music presents the Southern Miss Gulf Coast Civic Chorale’s final set of spring concerts featuring a variety of choral music.
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Concert Band and Forrest County Agricultural High School Band Concert at The Thomas V. Fraschillo Stage at the Mannoni Performing Arts Center Auditorium
Under the current direction of Travis Higa, the Southern Miss Concert Band is a varsity musical ensemble for the music major and non-major alike. We welcome Laura Pitts and the FCAHS band to the MPAC and Southern Miss!
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Faculty Artist Series presents Southern Arts Brass Quintet at The Thomas V. Fraschillo Stage at the Mannoni Performing Arts Center Auditorium
Experience the vibrant harmonies and captivating melodies of brass music as three exceptional ensembles grace the stage for an unforgettable concert. Led by the Southern Arts Brass Quintet, comprised of our distinguished faculty members, the evening will showcase the mastery of brass instruments at its finest. Joining them, the dynamic Hardy Street Brass, our talented graduate quintet, will enchant the audience with their innovative. Additionally, our undergraduate quintet will display their emerging talent, promising an evening filled with diversity, skill, and pure musical joy.
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GCRL Science Cafe Virtual and In-person at GCRL
Please join us for this hybrid GCRL Science Café In person at the GCRL Campus in the Caylor Building, Room 104 Zoom link: https://usm-edu.zoom.us/j/81999011694 Visit our website: https://www.usm.edu/gulf-coast-research-laboratory/gcrl-science-cafe.php Presented by: Scott Hereford, Supervisory Wildlife Biologist Scott is the Supervisory Wildlife Biologist at the Mississippi Sandhill Crane National Wildlife Refuge on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The Mississippi Sandhill Crane National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1975 under authority of the Endangered Species Act to protect the critically endangered Mississippi sandhill cranes and their unique, and itself endangered, wet pine savanna habitat. The crane population, at that time only 30-35 birds, is currently at approximately 170 birds. Through intensive habitat restoration and management, restocking with captive-reared juveniles, and increased natural recruitment, the crane population continues to grow. The refuge also protects and restores the last large expanses of wet pine savanna, primarily through the use of prescribed fire. The wet pine savanna is one of the most diverse ecosystems at the ground level in the U.S. with more than 30-40 plants found in a square meter of land. Cookies, coffee, and other treats are complimentary. Masks are available. Special thanks to the sponsor of the Science Café, MS-AL Sea Grant, and USM’s Marine Education Center for tech support.