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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Scholarship Opportunities & Stipends
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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 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.
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Hub Bones Concert at Intermezzo @ Woods Gallery
The trombone studio will present a jazz trombone ensemble recital featuring several chamber ensembles that include rhythm section. Performers: Caleb Owenby, Alex Handley, Johnathan Henneveld, Richard Horne, Nicholas Dauerer, Ben Dondanville, Peter Van Der Bijl, Peyton Brossette, Sage Michael, John Graves, James Fair, Caleb Kellum, and Pedro Areco.
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Symphonic Winds and University Band Concert at The Thomas V. Fraschillo Stage at the Mannoni Performing Arts Center Auditorium
The Symphonic Winds performs a variety of musical styles, focusing on new literature written for the college band. Consisting of both music majors and minors, the Symphonic Winds is an important musical outlet for the serious musician. Most agree, this ensemble’s performances are equal to most top university wind ensembles. The Symphonic Winds is under the current direction of Dr. Colin McKenzie. Meeting once per week in the spring semester only, the University Band is a great way for non-music major band students to participate in a concert band. This ensemble also offers opportunities for music majors to perform on a secondary instrument and for graduate students to conduct and administer a major facet of the concert band program.
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Cello Studio Recital at Marsh Auditorium
This recital will feature performances by the University of Southern Mississippi cello students. The repertoire will include cello compositions ranging from the Baroque period to present day.
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2024 Richard McCarthy Lecture at Liberal Arts Building, Room 108 (Gonzales Auditorium)
The Dale Center for the Study of War and Society will host the 2024 Richard McCarthy Lecture titled, "Levels of Command: The Mississippi National Guard in Peace and at War: The 155th Brigade Combat Team in 2005." The talk will feature: Maj. Gen Augustus Leon Collins, U.S. Army, (Ret.) Former Adjutant General, Mississippi National GuardMaj. Gen John M. Rhodes, U.S. Army, 18th Airborne Corps, Deputy Commanding General, OperationsCol. Christopher M. Thomas, U.S. Army, Director of Legislative Affairs & Economic Development, Mississippi National Guard The Dale Center's Founding Director Dr. Andrew Wiest will moderate the talk. The event is free and open to the public. Questions? Email dalecenter@usm.edu