Professor

McIntosh

Assistant Professors

Barclay, Caryl, Hansen-Kaucheck, Murdock, Ranalli

Instructors

Kuhlmann, Ringenoldus, Stover, Utley

Purpose

The Department of Military Science, or Army ROTC (Reserve Officers’ Training Corps), is a four-year or two-year program that consists of the basic and the advanced courses. It is one of the best leadership courses in the country and is part of a student’s college curriculum. The curriculum prepares students with the tools, training, and experiences that will help them succeed in any competitive environment. During classes and field training, students learn firsthand what it takes to lead others and motivate groups and how to conduct missions as an officer in the U.S. Army. Upon successful completion of the advanced course and college graduation, students will earn a commission in the U.S. Army as a second lieutenant and become a leader for life.

In addition to the military science curriculum, courses in national defense studies are both an integral and parallel source of the department’s program.

General INFORMATION

Basic Course

Any student who is enrolled in ASU (or approved by the professor of military science) can enroll in military science basic courses. The basic course (MIS 101, 102, 201, and 202) takes place during the first two years in college as elective courses. Each course includes a lab each semester. Students learn basic military skills and the fundamentals of leadership and begin the groundwork toward becoming an Army leader. Students may enroll in basic course classes without a military commitment.

Leader’s Training Course (Two-Year Program)

Scholars who want to achieve something even greater than a college degree and aspire to be leaders may join the Army ROTC program by attending a four-week summer Leader’s Training Course (LTC) that consists of intense classroom and field training. This course is an accelerated version of the two-year basic course listed above and qualifies students for enrollment in the advanced course provided they have two years of college remaining (undergraduate or graduate). Students who attend this course receive a stipend; transportation to and from Fort Knox, Kentucky; housing; and meals. Those who want to receive four semester hours credit for this course may enroll in the ASU summer program, MIS 205 Leader’s Training Course. Students who attend this course may also qualify for a two-year scholarship upon successful completion.

Advanced Course

The advanced course takes place during a student’s last two years in college as elective courses (MIS 301, 302, 401, and 402). Each course includes a lab each semester plus a summer leadership camp. Students learn advanced military tactics and gain experience in team organization, planning, and decision making. To benefit from the leadership training in the advanced course, all students must have completed either the basic course (four-year program) or have attended the LTC (two-year program). Students must meet the following qualifications to be enrolled in the advanced course:

 1. be a citizen of the United States;

 2. be of sound physical condition and pass the U.S. Army physical fitness test;

 3. meet the required professional military educational requirements;

 4. be at least 17 years of age for entrance into the advanced course and be able to complete all commissioning requirements before age 30 (which can be waivered to age 32); and

 5. commit to accept a commission and serve as an officer in the U.S. Army on Active Duty or in a Reserve Component (U.S. Army Reserve or Army National Guard) upon college graduation.

Leadership Development and Assessment Course (Advanced Course Program)

Every ROTC cadet who enters into the Advanced Course attends the Leader Development and Assessment Course. It is a four-week summer course designed to evaluate and train all Army ROTC cadets. This course normally takes place between the junior and senior years of college and is conducted at Fort Lewis, Washington. Students who attend this course receive a stipend, transportation to and from camp, housing, and meals. Those who want to receive four semester hours credit for this course may enroll in the ASU summer program, MIS 303 National Advanced Leadership Camp.

The Commitment

Army ROTC cadets who receive an Army ROTC scholarship or enter the Army ROTC Advanced Course must commit to being commissioned a second lieutenant in the U.S. Army and to completing a period of service with the Army. Students may serve full-time on active duty, part-time in either the U.S. Army Reserve or the Army National Guard, or a combination of full-time and part-time.

Scholarship Programs

Students who accept an Army ROTC scholarship must also commit to accepting a commission and serving as an Officer in the U.S. Army on Active Duty or in a Reserve Component (U.S. Army Reserve or Army National Guard) upon college graduation. Scholarships provide either 100 percent costs for tuition, labs, and fees; or, costs for room and board up to the amount of tuition costs. In addition, scholarship students receive a book stipend of $450 per semester. Army ROTC offers two-, three-, and four-year scholarship programs to outstanding young men and women based on the time remaining to complete a degree. Scholarships are awarded based on a student’s merit and grades, not financial need.

 1. High School four-year: The national high school four-year, active duty scholarship is for high school students planning on attending a four-year college program. Applications should be submitted by November 15. Applications submitted past that date are considered; however, late applications may not be as competitive due to selection time frames. Applications may be obtained at www.rotc.usaac.army.mil.

 2. College four-year: These active duty scholarships are for college freshmen in their first year of a five-year undergraduate plan. Contact the department for more information.

 3. College three- and two-year: These active duty scholarships are for students already enrolled in a college or university with three or two academic years remaining.

 4. Guaranteed Reserve Forces Duty: These reserve component, two- and three-year scholarships are strictly dedicated for those students desiring to serve in the U.S. Army Reserve or Army National Guard.

Living Expenses

Scholarship and all Advanced Course students also receive a monthly, nontaxable living allowance for each school year. The amount depends on a student’s level in the ROTC curriculum: freshman: $300; sophomore: $350; junior: $450; senior: $500 per month.

Simultaneous Membership Program

Under this program, ROTC students may simultaneously be members of the Army Reserve or the National Guard. The combination of advanced course living allowance and pay for Army Reserve or National Guard participation can provide between $550 and $1,000 per month.

Graduate and Professional Studies Programs

Graduate students may also enroll in the ROTC program. Outstanding students who desire to earn graduate or professional degrees may request and receive an educational, active duty delay of up to four years.

Nurse Program

By joining Army ROTC, nursing students can enhance their leadership skills and critical-thinking abilities while obtaining financial support. Besides great scholarship opportunities, Army ROTC nurse cadets may also qualify for cash bonuses. In addition, nurse cadets have an opportunity for a unique summer nursing experience. The paid, three-week Nurse Summer Training Program assigns cadets to Army hospitals throughout the U.S. and Germany. This program is designed to introduce nurse cadets to the Army Medical Department and to the roles and responsibilities of an Army nurse. Cadets work under the supervision of an Army nurse and obtain hands-on experience. This one-on-one clinical experience allows students to hone their clinical skills, develop their problem-solving techniques, and become comfortable with developing their professional skills as a member of the U.S. Army Healthcare Team. Being an Army nurse provides opportunities not found in the civilian world. Army nurses also have the opportunity to train and serve in a variety of specialties.

Omnibus Courses. For an explanation of courses offered but not specifically listed in this catalog, see Omnibus Courses.

Graduate-Level Courses. For information about courses numbered from 500 to 799, see the Graduate Catalog, or access www.asu.edu/aad/catalogs on the Web. In some situations, undergraduate students may be eligible to take these courses; for more information, see Graduate-Level Courses.

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