MILITARY SCIENCE AND LEADERSHIP
College of Professional Studies and Social Sciences
Location: Memorial Health Building
Phone: (931) 221-6156
Website: www.apsu.edu/rotc/
The ROTC Program at APSU is an elective. Successful completion of the
program results in a Military Science minor. The program emphasizes instruction
in the development of leadership skills and managerial abilities. It provides
qualified men and women who desire to serve their country the opportunity to do
so as officers in the United States Army, Army Reserve or National Guard.
Enrollment in freshman or sophomore courses does not obligate the student in
any way to military service. ROTC scholarships provide payment to cover tuition,
textbooks, laboratory fees, and other required educational fees. Contracted
students also draw a tax-free stipend of up to $500 a month for ten months each
year.
ENROLLMENT
To be eligible for enrollment as a freshmen or sophomores, a student must:
1. Be accepted by the University as a regularly enrolled full-time student;
2. Be at least 17 years of age at time of enrollment;
3. Be physically qualified to participate in physical conditioning and leadership
activities; and,
4. Successfully complete screening tests required by the University and the
Department of Military Science and Leadership.
To be eligible for enrollment in the Advanced Course (juniors and seniors), a
student must:
1. Meet U.S. Army administrative, physical, medical, and mental standards and
be accepted by the Chair of Military Science.
2. Have completed the Basic Course, or have completed basic training, or have
completed the four week ROTC Leader Training Course.
3. Be at least 17 and not more than 30 years of age at the time of enrollment.
(The maximum age limit is subject to waiver under certain circumstances).
4. Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.
FOUR-YEAR PROGRAM
Developed for university freshmen, the Four-Year Program is divided into the
basic course the first two years and the advanced course the last two years. The
advanced course includes the Leader Development and Assessment Course at
Fort Lewis, Washington.
The Basic Course consists of the following courses: MSL 1010 w/Lab 101L,
1020 w/Lab 102L, 2010 w/Lab 201L, and, 2020 w/Lab 202L.
The Advanced Course consists of the following courses: MSL 3010 w/Lab
301L, 3020 w/Lab 302L, 4010 w/Lab 401L, 4020 w/Lab 402L and the Leader
Development and Assessment Course. Students who contracted with ROTC
receive a tax-free allowance up to $500 per month for ten months each year.
Table of Fall Classes
Class
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thurs
Fri
Credit
Year
Hours
Basic
Freshman MS1010
MS1010 MS101L
2 hrs
course Sophomore MS2010
MS2010 MS201L
2 hrs
Adv
Junior
MS3010
MS3010 MS301L MS3010 3 hrs
course
Senior
MS4010
MS4010
3 hrs
MS401L
All cadets participate in one hour of physical training from 0600-0700 M, W, and
F during both the fall and spring semesters.
Table of Spring Classes
Class
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thurs
Fri
Credit
Year
Hours
Basic
Freshman MS1020
MS1020 MS102L
2 hrs
course Sophomore MS2020
MS2020 MS202L
2 hrs
Adv
Junior
MS3020
MS3020 MS302L MS3020 3 hrs
course
Senior
MS4020
MS4020
3 hrs
MS402L
TWO-YEAR PROGRAM
Developed for sophomores, juniors, seniors, and graduate students, the TwoYear program consists of the advanced course classes above as well as the
Leader Training Course; and Leader Development and Assessment Course.
VETERAN PROGRAM
Veterans of the armed services who qualify for the Advanced Course are
individually evaluated based on military experience, and may receive
constructive credit for their first two years of military science. They complete
advanced course classes and the Leader Development and Assessment course.
Veterans continue to receive all VA Benefits and entitlements with the exception
of any disability payments which must be permanently forfeited.
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
The U.S. Army ROTC Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to
qualified male and female students. To qualify for a scholarship, the student
must:
1. Complete successfully screening tests as may be required by the Chair of
Military Science of Leadership;
2. Be able to complete all requirements for a commission and a college degree
and be under 31 years of age by December 31st of the year in which he/she
becomes eligible for commissioning;
3. Be able to meet and maintain the required medical standards; and,
4. Agree to complete the requirements for a commission, to accept either an
Active Duty or Reserve commission, and to serve on active duty for a period
specified.
All Army ROTC scholarships pay for tuition, books, laboratory expenses, and
other purely educational costs. They also provide a tax-free allowance of up to
$500 per month for ten months during the school year.
ROTC scholarships are available to APSU freshmen, sophomores, and
graduate students.
COMMISSIONS
Upon completion of the Leadership Development and Assessment Course
and graduation from the University, a student will be commissioned as a Second
Lieutenant in the Active Army, National Guard, or Reserve.
DELAY FOR GRADUATE STUDY
An ROTC graduate may apply to delay entry into active duty to pursue a fulltime course of instruction leading to an advanced degree. Time spent in delay
status does not increase active service obligation unless the Army is paying for
the advanced degree.
ASSIGNMENT AFTER GRADUATION
ROTC graduates are assigned positions of responsibility which take
advantage of their leadership and management training and their college
education. Some officers may qualify for graduate study at government expense
following entry into active duty. Students guaranteed reserve service will receive
active duty schooling and return to their civilian career. Starting pay for entry
level active duty management position is approximately $36,000 per year with 30
days paid vacation each year and free medical and dental coverage.
RESERVE DUTY
Students in their junior year of ROTC can be guaranteed military service with
the Army Reserve or National Guard. Such students would be required to serve
on active duty for approximately four months for schooling and then return to a
civilian career. This program is designed for those who want leadership and
managerial training but do not want to serve on active duty in the Army. Students
who desire Reserve Duty may compete for two-year scholarships.
LEADERSHIP TRAINING COURSE (LTC)
Selected students may attend the four-week MSL 2030 LTC during the
Summer term in lieu of the first two years of on-campus instruction. At camp,
training is received in orienteering, rappelling, wilderness survival skills, and
basic military knowledge. The course is held at Fort Knox, Kentucky, and post
facilities are available to the students. Students attending LTC receive
approximately $700, and room and board. Three academic credit hours are
granted for successful completion of LTC. LTC graduates are eligible for
enrollment in the Advanced Course, and usually receive two year scholarships.
Fees for MSL 2030 are waived.
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT AND ASSESSMENT COURSE (LDAC)
Advanced course students are required to attend a five-week MSL 3040
LDAC during the Summer term, normally between their junior and senior years.
At LDAC, training is received in leadership, small unit and individual tactics, map
reading, orienteering, physical training, first aid, weapons qualification, and
communication. The course is held at Fort Lewis, Washington, and post facilities
are available to the students. Students attending LDAC receive approximately
$750, and room and board. Four academic credit hours are granted for
successful completion of LDAC. Fees for MSL 3040 are waived.
SUBSISTENCE ALLOWANCE (STIPEND)
Contracted students will receive up to $500 per month for ten months during
each of two school years. Scholarship recipients receive up to $500 per month
for 10 months during the year of duration of the scholarship. The scholarship
pays for full tuition, and provides laboratory and book allowance, and other
required educational fees. At start of each school year, scholarship recipients
may select to use their tuition funds for housing costs, but not both. Limited
housing scholarships are also available for those living on campus.
TEXTS, EQUIPMENT, UNIFORMS, AND FEES
The Military Science Department will provide military science textbooks,
equipment, and uniforms required for participation in the ROTC program for all
students who wish to participate.
PROFESSIONAL MILITARY EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
In addition to a baccalaureate degree, there are required and recommended
courses in designated fields of study. Designated required courses are in the
fields of written communications, human behavior, military history, computer
literacy, and mathematical reasoning. Courses in management and national
security studies are strongly recommended but are not required. Each contracted
Cadet must receive credit for at least one course in each required field, and
should have credit for courses in the recommended fields prior to commissioning.
Any discrepancies or conflicts should be brought to the attention of the Chair of
Military Science to be resolved.
MILITARY SCIENCE AND LEADERSHIP MINORS
1. Four-Year program: 1010, 1020, 2010, 2020, 3010, 3020, 3040, 4010, 4020,
and HIST 3370, 4510, 4530, 4700 or 4710*
2. Two-Year program for non-veterans: 2030, 3010, 3020, 3040, 4010, 4020,
and HIST 3370, 4510, 4530, 4700 or 4710*
3. Two-Year program for veterans: 3010, 3020, 3040, 4010, 4020, and HIST
3370, 4510, 4530, 4700 or 4710*
* The Four-Year and Two-Year program also require Professional Military
Education courses.
MSL 1000 Instructor: CPT Bradley bradleyd@apsu.edu
Army Physical Fitness Program: M, W 6:00-7:00
Enables students to develop an understanding of the "total fitness" concept in
order to live a more healthy and meaningful life. Increases physical awareness
and personal fitness level measured through strength, endurance, and cardio
respiratory endurance.
MSL 1010 Instructor: Major Kirk kirkd@apsu.edu
Leadership and Management Skills I: M, W 9:05-9:55 and 1:00-1:50
Time management, organizational and planning skills; and the recognition,
understanding, and development of leadership abilities for the undergraduate.
Introduction to the military including rappelling, history and traditions of the
Armed Forces, contemporary issues facing today’s Army, and introduction to
Army weapons.
MSL 1020 Instructor: Major Kirk kirkd@apsu.edu
Leadership and Management Skills II: M, W 9:05-9:55 and 1:00-1:50
Basic military skills and knowledge to include: leadership, drill and ceremonies,
rappelling and mountaineering, introduction to the role, organization, and
branches of the U.S. Army; introduction to first aid measures, and introduction to
military decision-making process.
MSL 2010 Instructor: MSG Sheffield sheffieldc@apsu.edu
Introduction to Tactical Skills I: M, W 10:10-11:00 and 2:20-3:00
Prerequisite(s): MSL 1010, 1020, permission of instructor
Basic military skills and knowledge to include rifle marksmanship, firing the M- 16
rifle; instruction on the principles of leadership; and customs and traditions of the
service.
MSL 2020
Instructor: MSG Sheffield sheffieldc@apsu.edu
Introduction to Tactical Skills II: M, W 10:10-11:00 and 2:20-3:00
Prerequisite(s): MSL 1010, 1020, or permission of instructor
Introduction to basic tactical skills such as map reading, land navigation, and
orienteering. Topics covered include basic first aid, tactical communications,
introduction to tactics, and leadership.
MSL 3010 Instructors: MAJ Parks parksl@apsu.edu
Tactical Leadership I: M, W, F 8:00-8:50 and 11:15-12:05
Prerequisite(s): MSL 1010, 1020, 2010, 2020 or 2030
Principles and skills to include: advanced map reading, land navigation, and
leadership. Topics include branches of the Army first aid, hygiene, radio and
communication procedures. Introduction to small unit tactics. Physical fitness is
highly emphasized. Designed to prepare the student for advanced camp and
future service as an officer.
MSL 3020 Instructors: MAJ Parks parksl@apsu.edu
Tactical Leadership II: M, W, F 8:00-8:50 and 11:15-12:05
Prerequisite(s): MSL 1010, 1020, 2010, 2020 or 2030
Advanced small unit tactics to include basic principles of patrolling. A study of
command and staff functions, light infantry organization, weapons, principles of
war, troop leading procedures, and combat orders. An analysis of leadership
techniques and successful combat leadership. Physical fitness is highly
emphasized. Designed to prepare the student for advanced camp and future
service as an officer.
MSL 4010 Instructor: LTC Lane laneg@apsu.edu
Advanced Military Skills/ Knowledge I: T, TH 9:35-10:25 and 11:10-12:00
Prerequisite(s): MSL 3020
Leadership and management instruction designed to prepare the student for
commissioning, the officer basic course, and first assignment. Course includes
preparation of accession packets, Army writing style; preparation of after-action
reports; briefings, plans and orders; preparation and conduct of meetings; and
the Army personnel, intelligence, training, and logistics systems. Physical fitness
is highly emphasized.
MSL 4020 Instructor: LTC Lane laneg@apsu.edu
Advanced Military Skills/ Knowledge II: T, TH 9:35-10:25 and 11:10-12:00
Prerequisite(s): MSL 4010
Leadership and management instruction designed to prepare the student for
commissioning, the officer basic course, and first assignment. Course includes
military law and justice, role of the noncommissioned officer, customs and
traditions of the service, and fundamentals of the military profession (leadership
and ethics). Physical fitness is highly emphasized.