ULM Army ROTC Tomahawk Battalion

ULM ARMY ROTC TOMAHAWK BATTALION

WHAT IS ARMY ROTC?

Army ROTC is a program that provides sound fundamental training in leadership and management, military history, military tactics, and basic soldier skills common to all branches of the U.S. Army. Upon completion of the program, the qualified cadet is commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the Active Army, Army Reserve or the Army National Guard.

HOW CAN ARMY ROTC BENEFIT ME?

The career prospects for young men and women who take advantage of the opportunities available through Army ROTC are unparalleled. Concepts learned in Military Science courses such as written and oral communications, problem analysis, decisiveness and teamwork are directly applicable to a civilian career. Additionally, Army ROTC offers leadership opportunities as an officer in the Army Reserve or National Guard while employed in the civilian community, or the opportunity for full-time active duty with a starting salary of $26,800 - $28,400 annually.

WHO PARTICIPATES IN ARMY ROTC?

Each year at ULM, over 150 students enroll in Military Science courses. They include students from every academic discipline offered at this University.

HOW DO I GET INTO THE PROGRAM?

Getting into Army ROTC is as easy as registering for a course. Students who desire to enter after their freshman year may be permitted to double up on classes or elect to attend a six week summer training camp. No obligation is incurred for attending. Veterans and reservists/guardsmen may qualify to enter directly into the advanced program during their junior year.

HOW DO MILITARY SCIENCE COURSES FIT IN?

Students major in academic degree programs while participating in Military Science courses under the Army ROTC program. Military Science courses can be used as free elective credit toward all degrees and they count as H&PE electives. A minor in Military Science is available. The first two years of the program (Basic Course) introduce students to basic level military skills and concepts. Weekly labs involve hands-on skills training and adventure activities such as rappelling and water survival. Advanced courses build upon basic subjects and prepare cadets for commissioning.

Basic Course - Freshman & Sophomore Advanced Course - Junior and Senior

WHAT ELSE DOES THE PROGRAM OFFER?

Army ROTC cadets put their leadership studies into action during two field training exercises each year. These weekend activities are required for students in the advanced course. However, many students in the basic courses choose to attend. Between the junior and senior year, cadets attend a summer leadership camp. Advanced course cadets have additional opportunities for summer professional development with active duty units or special military training such as Airborne and Air Assault schools. Students enrolled in Military Science are also eligible to take advantage of many extracurricular activities that include the Ranger Challenge Team, Cannonade Team, Color Guard, and Bayou Raiders.

HOW ABOUT FINANCIAL AID?

Army ROTC offers several opportunities for scholarships worth approximately $22,000 to an ULM student. Students may compete for a 4, 3, or 2-year scholarship. Each covers tuition and fees, $450 per year for books, and $200.00 per year spending money. ULM also waives the room and board costs for any ROTC scholarship student residing on campus. This free room and board is valued at $2200 per year. Any student in the Reserves or National Guard may also qualify for financial benefits. A reservist or guardsman who participates in the advanced program will receive $1500 per year from ROTC for two years. Additionally, drill pay will be increased to that of an E-5 until commissioning. All nonscholarship students and those not in the Reserves or National Guard also receive $1500 per year while in the advanced course.

WHAT'S THE OBLIGATION?

Non-scholarship Basic Course students incur no service obligation. Once you accept a scholarship or enter the Advanced Course, you make a commitment to serve as an Army officer when you graduate. Depending upon the needs of the Army and your preference, you will serve on active duty or in the reserve component or a combination of the two for eight years unless you pursue a full-time military career. The active duty service obligation for a scholarship student is 4 years and 3 years for a non-scholarship student. Reserve duty officers will attend drill periods for a minimum of 6 years.

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