Minor In Military Science And Leadership
About This Program
Army ROTC is a college elective that teaches you the skills needed to be a successful leader. You'll combine classroom time with hands-on experience and learn leadership and management skills. Because it's an elective, you can try it out as a freshman and sophomore (MS-I and MS-II) without incurring any obligation to serve in the military.
If you decide you are up to the challenge of leading in the world's best armed forces, you will continue on to the advanced courses (MS-III and MS-IV) of Army ROTC while completing your degree.
At graduation, you are commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the United States Army, Army Reserves, or National Guard. Whatever you decide, the experience you'll gain in Army ROTC will give you the confidence you need to be a success in college and beyond.
Why Minor in 'Military Science & Leadership'?
Ultimately, the decision to minor in Military Science and Leadership depends on individual interests, career goals, and the desire to explore and expand one’s horizons beyond the primary field of study.
Army ROTC is one of the nation’s top leadership programs: A minor in military science offers invaluable opportunities to hone leadership skills, which are essential in various professional environments.
Graduate with a guaranteed career as an Army Officer: Graduating with a minor in military science guarantees a career as an Army Officer. This provides a clear and structured career path post-graduation, offering stability and purpose.
Get 100% tuition coverage, plus other monetary support: Pursuing a minor in military science comes with significant financial benefits; this can alleviate the financial burdens associated with pursuing higher education.
It’s part of your college curriculum and includes training: Military science courses are seamlessly integrated into your college curriculum. Alongside your major studies, you'll receive comprehensive training in military tactics, strategy, and ethics, providing a well-rounded education.
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Example career paths with a 'Military Science & Leadership' minor include combining with a major in...
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Education, offers graduates the chance to pursue careers as military educators, training officers, or instructors within the armed forces or work in educational roles that focus on leadership development and military history in civilian settings. |
Engineering, can lead to careers in defense contracting, military technology development, or roles within the armed forces that require technical expertise alongside leadership skills. |
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Health Sciences, offers graduates the chance to pursue careers in military healthcare administration, working in hospitals or clinics within the armed forces, or specializing in areas such as combat medicine or rehabilitation for injured service members. |
Political Science, offers graduates the opportunity to pursue careers in diplomacy, foreign service, or defense analysis, leveraging their understanding of military strategy and leadership principles in global contexts. |
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Minor in 'Military Science & Leadership' Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Qs)
Q: By joining AROTC, are you joining the Army?
A: No. Students who enroll in ROTC don't join the Army. They take an ROTC class for
which they receive credit. It's considered a college elective.
Q: Is AROTC like boot camp?
A: No. ROTC Cadets go directly to college, where they earn their degree.
Q: What can students expect to learn from AROTC?
A: Quite simply, student learn leadership and management skills needed to become a
U.S. Army officer or have a successful civilian career.
Program Faculty
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| Lieutenant Colonel Christopher Everett (Chair) | (850) 599-8713 | |
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Master Sergeant Nathan Miller
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(850) 412-5560 | |
| Samantha Lucas (Recruitment Officer) | (850) 599-8713 |
