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.
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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Revelry 2024 at Multiple Locations
Experience the vibrant showcase of artistic talent of the School of Performing and Visual Arts (SPVA), during this multi-arts festival, featuring the remarkable creations of both faculty and students. With over 40 events, this festival highlights the diverse and dynamic expressions emerging from SPVA. From master classes and workshops to guest and visiting artists, as well as family-friendly events and formal productions, there's something for everyone. For a complete schedule of events, visit jxxwj.com/revelry
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Virtual Chat with the Lion King – Southern Miss Alum Ezekiel Andrew at Intermezzo @ Woods Gallery
The Southern Opera and Musical Theatre Company presents a virtual chat with one of their own! On stage at Southern Miss in multiple productions, most notably the Phantom in the 2017 “Phantom of the Opera,” he has performed around the country and now finds himself atop Pride Rock in Disney’s “The Lion King.”
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Revelry 2024 at Multiple Locations
Experience the vibrant showcase of artistic talent of the School of Performing and Visual Arts (SPVA), during this multi-arts festival, featuring the remarkable creations of both faculty and students. With over 40 events, this festival highlights the diverse and dynamic expressions emerging from SPVA. From master classes and workshops to guest and visiting artists, as well as family-friendly events and formal productions, there's something for everyone. For a complete schedule of events, visit jxxwj.com/revelry
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Economic Outlook Forum at Trent Lott National Center for Excellence in Economic Development and Entrepreneurship
The 2024 Economic Outlook Forum will be held on Thursday, February 29, 2024, from 10:00-1:00pm at the Trent Lott National Center on the USM Hattiesburg campus. The Economic Outlook Forum is an annual event where experts in areas of banking, finance, and academia discuss economic trends and forecasts for the year. Those interested in attending must register at u9gm.jxxwj.com/business/eof. This event is sponsored by The First.
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Gene Taylor Lecture and Exhibition at McCain Library and Archives building, Room203
Political Science professor, Dr. Joseph Weinberg, to speak on Gene Taylor exhibition at USM. In conjunction with the exhibit, "Gene Taylor: South Mississippi’s Choice for U.S. Congress, 1989-2011," Dr. Weinberg will give a lecture on the on the issues and events that define the era in which the Congressman served. As a senior member of the House Armed Services Committee, Representative Taylor exercised Congressional oversight for conflicts from Kosovo-Bosnia to Iraq and Afghanistan.