Contact:
LTC Allison Reinwald
Army ROTC (Military Science)
Trailer 501, Room 110
Phone: 407 823-2430, Fax 407 823-5324
e-mail: mplumtre@mail.ucf.edu
Web site: http://www.army.ucf.edu
Faculty/Staff: LTC Reinwald, MAJ Christensen, CPT Plumtree, CPT Brown, CPT Hernandez, MSG Celestine, SSG Blunt, SSG Phillips, SGT Rodriguez; Ms. Martin, Office Manager
The University of Central Florida, in cooperation with the US Army, provides an opportunity to earn a commission as a Second Lieutenant and compete for an active duty assignment or accept a guaranteed Army Reserve or National Guard position. The program offers four-year, three-year, and two-year options for students working on their Associate of Arts, Baccalaureate, or graduate degrees. The two-year option allows students with at least two academic years remaining in either undergraduate or graduate studies to meet all requirements for commissioning. Students may be eligible for the Army's new Simultaneous Membership Program (SMP) which combines Reserve Forces Duty with Army ROTC officer training courses on campus. Students earn about $7500.00 in their last two years. Note: The Army retains sole discretion - in accordance with public law and military regulation - regarding whether or not any applicant is qualified for pre-commissioning education through Army ROTC. More information on the AROTC program can be found on the AROTC Department home page: www.army.ucf.edu.
CURRICULUM
The Military Science on-campus curriculum is divided into two phases: Basic Military Science Course and Advanced Military Science Course.
1. Basic Military Science
A. The Basic Military Science courses, open to both men and women, are designed for four-year participants and are normally offered during the freshman and sophomore years. These courses address military organizations, equipment, weapons, map reading, land navigation, management skills, grade structure, communications, and leadership. There are no contractual obligations or commitments for students in the Basic Course phase. The Basic Course phase offers students the opportunity to see what Army ROTC is all about (MSL 1001, MSL 1002, MSL 2101, MSL 2102). Students will also participate in a weekly leadership lab and one Field Training Exercise (FTX). These courses fulfill prerequisite requirements for entering the Advanced Military Science phase.
B. Prerequisites for admission to the Basic Course:
- Enrollment in a Baccalaureate or Master’s degree program
- Full-time student status
2. Advanced Military Science
A. The Advanced Military Science courses, open to both men and women, are taken during the junior and senior years. These courses specialize in small unit tactics, how to prepare and conduct military training, military justice system, staff procedures, decision-making, and leadership. Students who desire a commission as a Second Lieutenant are contracted and paid a tax-free subsistence of $350.00 - $400.00 per month up to 10 months during the school year. Each student is required to take courses that meet the Army’s Professional Military Education Requirements. Students must meet prerequisite requirements prior to participating in the advanced program. They must also successfully complete a 32-day Advanced Leadership Camp at Fort Lewis, WA, normally between their junior and senior years.
B. Prerequisites for Admission to the Advanced Course:
Successful completion of Basic Course, Basic Training, LTC, JROTC, prior military service or permission of the department chair
Must be at least 17 years of age at the time of entry, but not more that 30 years of age at the time of commissioning for scholarship cadets. Non-scholarship cadets can be up to 34 at the time of commissioning with a waiver
Successful completion of an Army physical examination
Agreement to complete the Advanced Course requirements and serve on either Active, Reserve, or National Guard duty as a commissioned officer
Full-time undergraduate student status (min. of 12 hours); full-time graduate student status (min. of nine hours)
US Citizen
3. Monetary Allowance
All contracted and scholarship students enrolled in the Advanced Military Science Course receive a tax-free monetary allowance of $350 (junior) or $400 (senior) per month during the school year.
4. Scholarships
Four-, three-, and two-year scholarships are available for all students who qualify. These scholarships provide full tuition, books, and fees for fall and spring semesters. Contact the Enrollment Officer for additional information at 407-823-5383.
5. Placement Credit
Placement credit is offered to all students with prior service. Prior service experience waives the required Basic Courses. Prior service is extended to include Active duty, Reserve Forces, and National Guard. Although prior service does waive the Basic Courses, if a prior service student desires, he/she may elect to enroll in the Basic Courses.
6. Daytona Beach Campus Students
These students should contact the Professor of Military Science at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach, FL, 904-239-6469. Students will participate in a Field Training Exercise (FTX) and will commission, if qualified, with Embry-Riddle.
SUMMER TRAINING COURSES
1. Army ROTC Leaders Training Course (LTC)
A student can earn placement credit for the Basic Course classes and be allowed entry into the Advanced Course by attending a five-week course at Fort Knox, KY, thereby allowing completion of all requirements for commissioning within two years. Students attending the summer course receive approximately $700.00 pay. Additionally, all lodging, meals, and transportation are furnished. Uniforms will be provided at no expense.
2. Specialized Summer Training Courses
Qualified students can be selected to attend specialized military training occurring during the summer months. These areas of training include: a) Airborne Training, b) Air Assault Training, c) Northern Warfare Training, d) Cadet Troop Leadership Training, e) Master Fitness Training, and f) Mountain Training.
For additional information on any aspect of the program call 407-823-2430 or -5383. |
