About

There’s a reason USI Army ROTC Cadets go on to become successful in both the military and civilian sector. After USI Army ROTC, you will have what it takes to balance working with both civilians and enlisted personnel, instilling confidence as an Officer, a leader, a trainer and a mentor.

USI Army ROTC Cadets gain valuable experience that will help them excel in college and beyond. Meet students who have enhanced their college life through USI Army ROTC and will become Army Officers when they graduate.

Officers are the talented men and women of the Army who have the skills, training and experience it takes to lead the world’s strongest fighting force.

Two years that will prepare you for years to come

The Basic Course takes place during your first two years in college as elective courses. It normally involves one elective class and lab each semester along with the requisite physical training and field training exercises. You will learn basic military skills, the fundamentals of leadership and start the groundwork toward becoming an Army leader.

Army Reserve Officer Training Corps enables students to enroll in elective leadership and military courses at colleges and universities in addition to their required courses.

Basic Courses can be taken without a military commitment.

Freshman Year: Preparing For Success As An Army Officer

Topics covered include:

• Introduction to Army Leadership
• Army Customs and Traditions
• Military Operations and Tactics
• Goal Setting and Accomplishment
• Health and Physical Fitness

See the full curriculum for your freshman year.

Sophomore Year: The Role Of An Officer

Topics covered include:

• Applied Leadership Theory
• Communications
• Principles of War
• Military Operations and Tactics

See the full curriculum for your sophomore year.

Graduate college with leadership experience

The Advanced Course takes place during your last two years in college as elective courses. It normally includes one elective class and lab each semester in addition to the requisite physical training and field training exercises, plus a summer leadership camp. You will 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 Cadets must have completed either the Basic Course or have attended the Leader's Training Course.

Entering the Advanced Course requires a commitment to serve as an Officer in the U.S. Army after you graduate. Commissioned Officers are the managers, problem solvers, key influencers and planners who lead Enlisted Soldiers in all situations.

Completing the Army ROTC Advanced Course, aligns you with the Minor in Military Science program.

Junior Year: Leading Small Tactical Units

Topics covered include:

• Command and Staff Functions
• Law of War
• Weapons
• Team Dynamics and Peer Leadership
• Military Operations and Tactics

See the full curriculum for your junior year.

Senior Year: Transition To Becoming An Officer

Topics covered include:

• Training the Force
• Military Justice
• Ethical Decision Making
• Personnel Management
• Cultural Awareness
• Post and Installation Support
• Military Operations and Tactics

See the full curriculum for your senior year.