Two paths lead to commissioning: a two-year program and a four-year
program. Additionally, students not seeking a commission may take the
leadership development lower-division "Lecture Only" courses for academic credit only.
Four-Year Program. The
first two years of the four-year program constitute the basic course
and do not include an obligation to the Army. Successful completion of
the basic course is required for contracting as a cadet in the junior
year. Basic course classes meet once a week for one class period (1.5
credits). Attendance at the military leadership lab on Friday
mornings (two class periods) is required. The junior and senior years
constitute the advanced course. These classes meet for three hours a
week for 3 credits, and attendance at the labs is required.
Two-Year Program. The
two-year program offers qualified students an alternate method of entry
into the advanced course. Students taking this option attend five weeks
of leadership and military skill training at Fort Knox, Kentucky,
during the summer before entering the advanced course. The Army
provides a stipend for attendance, and there is no obligation until the
student decides to continue with Army ROTC in the junior year. Prior
service members who have completed basic training successfully
with any of the armed forces may also get commissioning credit for the
basic course and use the two-year option. Members of the Army National
Guard and Army Reserve also qualify for this option.
