Army ROTC

Professor of Military Science and Leadership
Richard Frank
106 Army ROTC Building, 479-575-4251

Toll Free: 1-866-891-5538, Fax: 479-575-5855
Email: armyrotc@uark.edu

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Army ROTC teaches you how to lead. It is one of the best leadership courses in the country and you can make it a part of your academic curriculum here at the University of Arkansas. Army ROTC is an elective curriculum you take along with your required college courses that gives you the tools, training and experiences that will help you succeed in any competitive environment. Participation in the Army ROTC program while pursuing your academic degree offers you the opportunity to earn a commission as a second lieutenant and serve on active duty or in the National Guard or Army Reserve upon graduation.

The traditional four-year Army ROTC Program is divided into a two-year basic course (1000- and 2000-level Military Science classes) and a two-year advanced course (3000- and 4000-level Military Science classes). Students may enroll in the basic course without incurring any military service obligation.

Basic Course Requirements

The first two years of instruction introduce the student to fundamental military and leadership subjects. Students normally take the basic course sequence over four successive semesters, but the basic courses can be completed in as few as two semesters. Students should discuss available options with the Recruitment and Operations Officer before registering for courses if they have fewer than four semesters to complete the basic course.

The regular curriculum consists of a lecture and lab each semester. Freshmen are encouraged to take MILS 10001 Introduction to the Army in the fall and MILS 10101 Foundations of Agile and Adaptive Leadership in the spring. Both classes are 1 credit hour classes that have 1 hour of classroom instruction and 2 hours of lab per week. Sophomores are encouraged to take MILS 20002 Leadership and Decision Making in the fall and MILS 20102 Army Doctrine and Team Development in the spring. Both of the 2000-level classes are 2 credit hour classes that have 2 hours of classroom instruction and 3 hours of lab per week. Labs provide the opportunity for the practical application of leadership concepts and tactical military skills training such as map reading, land navigation, field training, and rifle/pistol marksmanship.

Advanced Course Requirements

Students who have completed the basic course sequence or an equivalency (see Two-Year Program), have met all enrollment eligibility criteria continue into the advanced course. To enroll in the advanced course, students must meet eligibility and age requirements, be physically qualified, have two academic years to complete before graduation or reception of a graduate degree, have a minimum grade point average of 2.0, be accepted by the professor of military science, and be a U.S. citizen. This advanced course curriculum consists of the following courses that include corresponding leadership labs, physical fitness training sessions, and a four-week summer camp (Advanced Camp) at Fort Knox, Kentucky.

Course List
MILS 30004Applied Leadership I4
MILS 30104Applied Leadership II4
MILS 40004Advanced Leadership I4
MILS 40104Advanced Leadership II4

During labs and physical training sessions students receive practical leadership opportunities to prepare them for summer camp and their future military careers. Students normally attend Advanced Camp in the summer between their junior and senior years. Students must complete all of the courses listed above and satisfactorily complete Advanced Camp to earn a commission.

Army ROTC students who receive an Army ROTC scholarship or enter the Army ROTC Advanced Course must agree to complete a period of service with the U.S. Army. You can serve full time in the Army for three years (four years for scholarship winners). Selected cadets may choose to serve part time in the U.S. Army Reserve or Army National Guard while pursuing a civilian career.

Two-Year Program

Students who are veterans, members of the Army National Guard/Army Reserve, or who have participated in the Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps Program in high school may qualify for direct entry into the advanced course with the approval of the Professor of Military Science. Students who did not complete the ROTC basic course curriculum (see above) but have two years of academic study remaining may be eligible to attend Basic Camp to satisfy the basic course requirements. Basic Camp, held at Fort Knox, Kentucky, during the summer, introduces the student to the Army and covers the requirements for the basic course in 28 days. Students who believe they qualify for this program should consult with the Scholarship and Enrollment Officer for more information.

Scholarships

Qualified students may compete for Army ROTC scholarships ranging from two to four years in duration. The Army provides scholarships for those who desire to serve on Active Duty, in the National Guard, or in the Army Reserve. Students must be enrolled and participating in Army ROTC to be eligible for scholarships. Scholarships are merit based and pay full tuition and fees (both in and out-of-state) or room and board (capped at $5,000/semester) but not both, $600 per semester for textbooks and laboratory expenses, and a tax fee subsistence stipend of $300–$500 for each month of the regular school year depending on Military Science level. Interested students should consult with the Scholarship and Enrollment Officer for more detailed information concerning the scholarship eligibility requirements. For additional information about Army ROTC, students may contact Mr. Oscar Rayford in the Department of Military Science, 479-575-5853, olrayfor@uark.edu.

Courses

MILS 10001. Introduction to the Army. 1 Hour.

This course focuses on small group leadership and introducing the student to the Army as an organization. Students learn time management, drill and ceremony, military customs and courtesies, basic map reading, water safety and first aid. Introduction to the organization, values, ethics, personal development and the role of the Army. Classroom 1 hour per week. Lab 2 hours per week. Corequisite: Lab component. (Typically offered: Fall)

MILS 10101. Foundations of Agile and Adaptive Leadership. 1 Hour.

Continuation of MILS 10001. Topics include the Army Profession and what it means to be a professional in the U.S. Army, the Army Leadership Requirements Model, intermediate map reading/orienteering, and basic field craft. Classroom 1 hour per week. Lab 2 hours per week. Corequisite: Lab component. (Typically offered: Spring)

MILS 11001. Basic Marksmanship. 1 Hour.

Introduction to safe use of a rifle and practical application of rifle marksmanship. Course includes weapons safety, mechanics, capabilities, and fundamentals of marksmanship. Includes visit to fire at a local indoor rifle range. Materials and equipment furnished by Department of Military Science. (Typically offered: Fall)

MILS 20002. Leadership and Decision Making. 2 Hours.

This course focuses on basic Army leadership doctrine and develops the student's skills by introducing them to small unit tactics. Students learn to apply critical thinking and problem solving by using Troop Leading Procedures (TLP). Additional topics include the value of diversity, understanding the officer`s role in leading change, management skills, and the fundamentals of the Army as a profession. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours per week. Corequisite: Lab component. Prerequisite: MILS 10001 and MILS 10101 or departmental consent. (Typically offered: Fall)

MILS 20102. Army Doctrine and Team Development. 2 Hours.

Continuation of MILS 20002. Topics include Troop Leading Procedures (TLP), time management, military writing, and basic tactics. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours per week. Corequisite: Lab component. Prerequisite: MILS 10001, MILS 10101, and MILS 20002 or departmental consent. (Typically offered: Spring)

MILS 21001. Advanced Rifle Marksmanship. 1 Hour.

Course to teach students the fundamentals of Advanced Rifle Marksmanship. Class is conducted once a week with topics including: Air rifle, small bore firing, advanced practical exercises of different shooting positions and marksmanship competition with other universities. Prerequisite: MILS 11001. (Typically offered: Spring)

MILS 30004. Applied Leadership I. 4 Hours.

This course focuses on the development of managerial and leadership abilities and the practical application of these skills during 'hands-on' training. Students learn advanced infantry tactics and demonstrate their leadership potential using this medium. Students are required to lead in drill and ceremony, physical training, and tactical situations. This course prepares the student to excel at the ROTC Advanced Camp (normally attended during the summer between the junior and senior year). One 48 hour weekend field training exercise is required per semester. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours, physical training 3 hours (conducted Tuesday - Thursday) per week. Corequisite: Lab component. Prerequisite: Departmental consent and (MILS 10001, MILS 10101, MILS 20002, and MILS 20102; or completion of Army ROTC Basic Camp; or completion of basic training with any component of the U.S. Armed Forces). (Typically offered: Fall)

MILS 30104. Applied Leadership II. 4 Hours.

Continuation of MILS 30004. This course prepares the student to excel at the ROTC Advanced Camp (normally attended during the summer between the junior and senior year). Requirements include one 48 hour weekend field training exercise per semester. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours, physical training 3 hours (conducted Tuesday - Thursday) per week. Corequisite: Lab component. Prerequisite: Departmental consent and MILS 10001, MILS 10101, MILS 20002, MILS 20102 and MILS 30004; or completion of Army ROTC Basic Camp; or completion of basic training with any component of the U.S. Armed Forces. (Typically offered: Spring)

MILS 40001. Advanced Military Issues. 1 Hour.

Individual study for advanced undergraduates. Students will research, write a paper, and give an oral presentation of a current military issue. Prerequisite: PMS approval. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)

MILS 40004. Advanced Leadership I. 4 Hours.

This course focuses on the study of various military organizations and their role in military operations. Discussion of command and staff management in military organizations, executive responsibility of Army commissioned officers, service customs, courtesies, and traditions. The senior year includes the study of personnel management, professional ethics, the military justice system, and the Army's training and maintenance management system. This course prepares students to assume responsibilities as a commissioned officer upon graduation. One 48 hour weekend field training exercise is required per semester. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours, physical training 3 hours (conducted Tuesday - Thursday) per week. Corequisite: Lab component. Prerequisite: Departmental consent and MILS 30004 and MILS 30104. (Typically offered: Fall)

MILS 40101. Advanced Military Correspondence. 1 Hour.

Practicum for advanced undergraduates. Students submit prepared military correspondence projects written in the military style using military forms and formats. Prerequisite: PMS approval. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)

MILS 40104. Advanced Leadership II. 4 Hours.

Continuation of MILS 40004. This course prepares students to assume responsibilities as a commissioned officer upon graduation. One 48 hour weekend field training exercise is required per semester. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours, physical training 3 hours (conducted Tuesday - Thursday) per week. Corequisite: Lab component. Prerequisite: Departmental consent and MILS 30004, MILS 30104 and MILS 40004. (Typically offered: Spring)