Cadet Experience

The training you receive while enrolled in the University of Georgia Army ROTC program is designed to train and develop students in to scholars, athletes, and leaders. Military Science classes are 3-4 hour credit classes that will prepare you with the tools, training and experiences that will help you succeed in any competitive environment.

The classes consist of two lectures and one leadership lab per week. The classroom lectures cover management, ethics, tactics, law, military history, and Army society while the leadership labs focus on tactical training to include basic rifle marksmanship, rappelling, land navigation, and squad tactical exercises. During classes and field training, you will learn first-hand how to lead others, how to motivate groups, and how to conduct missions as an officer in the Army.

Semester Requirements

Clubs

Army ROTC also has unique clubs, such as Ranger Challenge, Color Guard, the Scabbard and Blade Honor Society, and the Bulldog Battalion Student Organization.

Ranger Challenge

Color Guard

Scabbard and Blade Honor Society

Summer Training

Each summer, Cadets attend several different summer training opportunities. Between their MS3 and MS4 year, Cadets attend Advanced Camp (AC) at Ft. Knox in Kentucky, where they are assessed on the information and skills they have acquired through ROTC to ensure they are prepared to become officers.

In addition to the training Cadets receive on campus, there are also many opportunities for additional training all over the world. These training opportunities include Airborne School, Air Assault School, Mountain Warfare School, Cadet Troop Leader Training, Military Internships, as well as other opportunities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a typical week like for a Cadet?

Cadets participate in physical training (PT) 3 days a week in the mornings before classes as a group. Physical training may include work outs such as group runs, weight training, ruck marches, or group sports such as basketball or dodgeball.

Cadets attend their MILS class twice a week along with a leadership lab on Thursday afternoons. Cadets also attend their regular classes, participate in clubs and sports, and take part in other activities on and off campus.

If I sign up for MILS, am I committed to the Army?

No, there is no requirement to contract until MILS 3010. You may take the first two years of AROTC with no commitment to serve after.

Why Should I choose Army ROTC over a different service’s ROTC program?

The Army offers a wider range of career opportunities, in more places worldwide, than other U.S. Military services.

Do Cadets wear uniforms everyday?

No, Contracted Cadets are only required to wear uniforms on scheduled class days, other specified days for events, and to PT. Non-contracted Cadets will be given an ROTC polo shirt to wear on scheduled class days.

Can I participate in other organizations and clubs?

Yes! Cadets are encourages to be active in both on and off campus organizations, including greek life, sports teams (Including varsity, club, and IM teams), and service organizations, such as HEROS and UGA Miracle.

What should parents know about ROTC?

Army ROTC helps your student by combining a solid academic foundation with a leadership development program. Cadets learn the principles of leadership, Army history and organization, as well as military field craft. ROTC offers classroom studies, hands-on field experience, and physical training.