Department of Military Science
The purpose of the Army ROTC curriculum is to develop well-educated junior officers for the Active Army as well as the Army National Guard and Army Reserve. The curriculum is divided into two course levels: a General Military Course (Basic Course) open to all freshmen and sophomores and an Officer Development Course (Advanced Course) for contracted juniors, seniors, and graduate students. Successful completion of both courses and award of a bachelor's or graduate degree constitute the normal progression to earning a commission as a Second Lieutenant. Courses are available to both male and female students at Faulkner University through a partnership agreement with Auburn University Montgomery (AUM).
A student undecided about pursuing a commission may keep this option open by participation in the General Military Course together with his or her chosen curriculum. The course provides freshmen and sophomores the opportunity to make an educated decision on the advantages of earning an officer's commission while incurring no military obligation. Successful completion of the General Military course or commensurate training is a prerequisite for enrollment in the Officer Development Course.
The Army ROTC Curriculum prepares students to become effective leaders and managers in a variety of challenging commissioned officer specialties, thus facilitating early middle management career development and progression. The student will not always be restricted to the classroom. Students could find themselves rafting down a river, determining their location on a land navigation course, firing an M16A2 rifle on a military range, or becoming familiar with Army social traditions such as a military dining-in.
Four, three, and two-year scholarships are available directly through the Professor of Military Science at AUM. Scholarships cover full-tuition (in or out-of-state), $600/year for books and fees, and a monthly stipend of $250/month for 10 months each academic year.
Students interested in finding out more information about Army ROTC can contact the Faulkner University Admissions Office at 800-879-9816, Ext. 7200 or admissions@faulkner.edu .