Department of Military Science
Scholarships and Allowances
Scholarships are available for two, three or four years. Contracted Cadets receive a tax-free subsistence allowance each month. They also receive about $1,400 for attending the five-week Advance Camp (between the junior and senior year). Total remuneration for the final two years is over $30,000. All uniforms and equipment are furnished at no cost to students.
Military Science Extracurricular Activities
In addition to ROTC classes, the Military Science Department offers unique opportunities in various activities. These activities are designed to create new and lasting friendships as well as to develop leadership skills. The extracurricular activities are: the Color Guard, Intramural Sports, and Ranger Challenge Team (the varsity sport of Cadet Command).
For further information, contact the Military Science Department, Room 217, Gullickson Hall, or call 304-696-6450.
Summer Training Opportunities
In addition to the Leaders Training Course and the Leader Development and Assessment Course, ROTC offers other training opportunities to broaden experience and leadership. These include the Basic Airborne Course, Air Assault Course, Mountain Warfare, Northern Warfare, United Kingdom Officer Training Course, Cadet Troop Leadership Training, Drill Cadet Leadership Training, Army Science Board, Cadet Intern Program, Nurse Summer Training Program, and JFK Special Warfare Internship Program. Some of these programs are conducted outside of the continental United States and with foreign countries. All programs are competitive and require the approval of the Professor of Military Science. Some cadets may also elect to train with a local Army Reserve or National Guard unit, each with additional training opportunities and benefits.
Ranger Challenge
This Cadet Command Varsity Sport challenges students to become better leaders and hone such Army skills as marksmanship, land navigation/orienteering, rope bridge, hand grenades, patrolling, physical fitness, and ruck marching. Winning teams will have the opportunity to compete at the prestigious Sandhurst Competition at West Point Military Academy.