The Military Science Department, located at 1809 Manning Ave., across from the Honors House, offers courses to develop leadership and management skills for both military and civilian careers. The Army Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) program provides qualified students opportunities to serve their country full or part time as officers in the US Army. Students enrolled in ROTC who meet specified qualifications can earn a commission as a Second Lieutenant in the US Army, Army National Guard or the US Army Reserve.

ROTC students may participate in the Color Guard, Ranger Club, Officers Christian Fellowship, annual Military Ball and many social functions sponsored by cadets and cadre. Each year the Ranger Club attends a regional, multi-state intercollegiate competition of physical stamina, leadership ability and teamwork.

Military Science courses are open to all students. However, to enroll in advanced ROTC courses which lead to a commission as a Second Lieutenant, a student must meet US Army administrative, physical, medical and mental standards and be accepted by the Professor of Military Science.