Department of Military Science
Department of Military Science & Leadership
Developing Tomorrow鈥檚 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!
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The Golden Eagle men's basketball team takes on The Herd from Marshall.
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The Golden Eagle men's basketball team takes on the William Carey Crusaders.
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The Golden Eagle men's basketball team takes on the University of Louisiana Monroe Warhawks.
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The Golden Eagles Men's basketball team takes on the Texas State Bobcats.
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Come join the Graduate School and Dean, Dr. Katie Anthony, and Executive Associate Dean, Dr. Iliyan Iliev for free donuts and great conversation. We are excited to welcome students to campus for the 2025 spring term at Southern Miss! Donuts with the Deans will take place on Thursday, January 23, from 9-10 a.m. in JB George, room 142.