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.
Explore the Program
Cadet Life
Over 40+
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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Mississippi Polymer Institute: Business Pitch Event at USM Innovation and Commercialization Park
Come see Mississippi-based entrepreneurs pitch their business initiatives as part of the CoBuilders™ Partnership-Driven Accelerator Program at The Mississippi Polymer Institute’s Third Annual Business Pitch Event. From budding entrepreneurs to angel investors, it’s a great opportunity to see the entrepreneurial talent in the area.
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StoryWalk® Hattiesburg at Hattiesburg Pocket Museum
Exercising body and mind through the joy of reading and a walk in an alley in downtown Hattiesburg will be the centerpieces of StoryWalk®, a unique concept combining physical activity and literacy. This event will be held for the fourth consecutive year at the Hattiesburg Pocket Museum. StoryWalk® transforms the pages of a book into signs laid out on a trail inviting families, children, caregivers, teachers and others to follow the path of pages. Created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, Vermont, the now internationally popular StoryWalk® Project has taken place in all 50 states and beyond. Stacy Creel, director of The University of Southern Mississippi’s School of Library and Information Science, spearheaded the move to bring StoryWalk® to Hattiesburg through the support of a community collaboration. The first 300 children arriving for the Hattiesburg StoryWalk® will be eligible to receive a free, brand-new and age-appropriate book for their reading pleasure. Although StoryWalk® is designed for younger children ages 1 - 7, older kids and adults can have fun too with other activities that will be provided as they experience the joys of reading and exercise in the uniquely creative environment the Hattiesburg Pocket Museum offers.