Military Science
Bradley University is an extension university in partnership with the ROTC program at Illinois State University, providing education and training to Bradley students who desire to earn an appointment as commissioned officers in the United States Army. The goal of ROTC is to commission college graduates into the Active, National Guard, and Reserve components of the Army. Military science classes are conducted at Bradley University and are recorded on the students' Bradley transcripts.
In addition to their academic classes, cadets also complete physical training and leadership laboratories that provide fundamental Soldier skills. Cadets also participate in a series of off-campus Field Training Exercises. Summer Advanced Camp training at Fort Knox, Kentucky, is also required for cadets entering their senior year.
For more information, please contact the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at (309) 677-2384.
Sequence
To complete the basic course a student must complete:
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| M S 101 | Introduction to the Army and Critical Thinking | 1 |
| M S 102 | Introduction to the Profession of Arms | 1 |
| M S 201 | Leadership and Decision Making | 2 |
| M S 202 | Army Doctrine and Team Development | 2 |
These courses are normally taken in that sequence, over a four-semester period. Exceptions are determined on an individual basis by the the Professor of Military Science at ISU.
Entry into the advanced course requires successful completion of the basic course, basic camp or advanced placement, and acceptance by the professor of Military Science. The advanced course must be completed over a four-semester period, the usual sequence consisting of:
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| M S 301 | Training Management and the War Fighting Functions | 3 |
| M S 302 | Applied Leadership in Small Unit Operations | 3 |
| M S 401 | The Army Officer | 3 |
| M S 402 | Company Grade Leadership | 3 |