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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

 

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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

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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.

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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!

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College of Business Events

May
03

10:00 am

Senior Show in Art & Design at George Hurst Building - Gallery of Art and Design

BFA capstone exhibition by seniors in the Graphic Design, School of Performing and Visual Arts.

May
03

10:00 am

USM Artist Guild: Pottery and Art Sale at 3D Arts Building

Purchase one-of-a-kind pieces created by faculty and students in USM's Art and Design program! Items for sale will make great holiday gifts and include: utilitarian ceramic dishes, ice cream bowls, coffee cups, beer mugs, tea cups, flower vases, decorative bottles and much more! The funds generated help procure materials for student projects, pay for student registrations at art conferences, and secure visiting artists who bring instructive lectures and demonstrations to Southern Miss.

May
03

5:30 pm

Opening Reception - Senior Show in Art & Design at George Hurst Building - Gallery of Art and Design

Please join us to celebrate this BFA capstone exhibition by Art & Design seniors in the School of Performing and Visual Arts.

May
03

7:00 pm

An Evening with Dr. Doug Tallamy, Homegrown National Park at Joe Paul Student Theater

Join us for an inspiring evening with renowned ecologist Dr. Doug Tallamy as he discusses the transformative Homegrown National Park movement. Learn how planting native species and creating ecological networks in our communities can help restore biodiversity and strengthen our environment. Dr. Tallamy will share insights and practical tips on how you can contribute to this national challenge. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a growing movement for positive change!

May
04

10:00 am

USM Artist Guild: Pottery and Art Sale at 3D Arts Building

Purchase one-of-a-kind pieces created by faculty and students in USM's Art and Design program! Items for sale will make great holiday gifts and include: utilitarian ceramic dishes, ice cream bowls, coffee cups, beer mugs, tea cups, flower vases, decorative bottles and much more! The funds generated help procure materials for student projects, pay for student registrations at art conferences, and secure visiting artists who bring instructive lectures and demonstrations to Southern Miss.

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