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Department of Military Science
College of Liberal Arts


 

Since 1967, we have been producing Army Officers and developing leaders of character. ROTC, which stands for Reserve Officers Training Corps, is a program of military instruction that takes place on 270 college and university campuses nation-wide. The origin of military instruction in civilian colleges dates back to 1819. Army ROTC is the experience of a lifetime that helps you acquire the skills that promote success in life after college. Through our cutting-edge leadership development curriculum and corporate partnership programs, Army ROTC will transform you into the leader of tomorrow.

Scholarships and Cadet Progression

Cadet Progression

 

A Way To Pay For College

Scholarships and stipends in Army ROTC help you focus on what’s important. Namely, getting that college degree — not how you’ll pay for it.

 

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS
Learn more about 4-year scholarship opportunities for high school students.

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COLLEGE STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS
There are several options available to those who are already in college and are now considering Army ROTC.

ENLISTED SOLDIER SCHOLARSHIPS
Ready to make the switch to becoming an Officer?

EXPLORE THE OPTIONS

Army ROTC Scholarships

Whether you’re a college-bound high school student or already attending a college or university, Army ROTC has scholarships available. Scholarships are awarded based on a student’s merit and grades, not financial need.

Army ROTC scholarships consist of:

  • Two-, three-, and four-year scholarship options based on the time remaining to complete your degree
  • Full-tuition scholarships
  • The option for room and board in place of tuition, if you should qualify
  • Additional allowances for books and fees

Living Expenses
Army ROTC scholarships also provide monthly living allowances for each school year. As a Cadet, you will recieve a cash stipend of $420 per month. This allowance is also available to all non-scholarship Cadets enrolled in the Army ROTC Advanced Course (3rd and 4th years).
Book Stipends
As an Army ROTC Cadet, you will be paid a biannual book stipend in the amound of $600.

 

 

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Training Tomorrow’s Leaders Today!

The Jackson State University Army ROTC Tiger Battalion serves the greater Jackson Area in order to train Cadets/Student to become future Army Officers as well as leaders in the professional business world. Our program is the host Army ROTC program for Belhaven College, Delta State University, Millsaps College, Mississippi College, Mississippi College School of Law, Mississippi Valley State University, Tougaloo College, and University of Mississippi Medical Center’s School of Nursing.

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LEARN BY DOING

Along with great leadership training, Army ROTC can pay for your college tuition and provide money for books and other living expenses. ROTC also awards merit scholarships to hundreds of students each year. Qualify, and you could get a scholarship and monthly allowance worth up to $80,000 at some schools.

“Challenging Minds, Changing Lives.”

APPLY YOUR KNOWLEDGE

The Jackson State University Army ROTC Tiger Battalion serves the greater Jackson Area in order to train Cadets/Student to become future Army Officers as well as leaders in the professional business world. Our program is the host Army ROTC program for Belhaven CollegeDelta State UniversityMillsaps CollegeMississippi CollegeMississippi College School of LawMississippi Valley State UniversityTougaloo College, and University of Mississippi Medical Center’s School of Nursing.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

ROTC graduates have a plethora of career options as Officers in the United States Army.

RESOURCES

 

Alumni

Cadet

Cadet

 

Useful Links

READY TO JOIN?

For more information on joining the Tiger Battalion, please text “NG70” to 462769 or contact us at (601) 979- 8600.  You may also fill out our information form below. We look forward to meeting with you and seeing how our program can help you achieve your goals.

DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY SCIENCE

Location

College of Liberal Arts, 4th Floor
1400 John R. Lynch Street
PO Box 17569
Jackson, MS 39217-0369

Contact

PHONE: (601) 979-8600
FAX: (601) 979-9870

Email

armyrotc@jsums.edu

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