Military Science (Army ROTC)
Minor in Military Science
The Military Science program prepares students for commissions as second lieutenants in the Army, the Army National Guard and the Army Reserves. The program is divided into two elective courses: the Basic Course and the Advanced Course. Students who enroll in Basic Course classes receive leadership, management and confidence-building instruction that is valued highly in any chosen career field. The Advanced Course is restricted to students who meet department criteria and who contract as a cadet to become commissioned as an Army officer with a military service obligation.
The Army observes participating students, provides critical, real-time feedback and determines their officer potential in a leadership-oriented, challenging and motivating 28-day training program.
You can attend the Leader's Training Course if you meet the following requirements:
- Have not completed all four semesters of the Military Science Basic Course (MILS 101,102; 211, 212)
- Are medically qualified to attend.
- Are transferring from a school that did not have ROTC.
- Are a junior or community college transfer entering an ROTC school and have no prior active or Reserve component military experience.
- Are a graduate student starting a two-year program.
- Are a high school graduate entering a military junior college.
Students with prior military service, or who have taken Junior ROTC, may be given credit for Basic Course completion and would not be required to attend the Leader's Training Course.
Travel expenses are covered, and students are paid a modest amount for their time at LTC.
Evangel ROTC is a member of the MSU Bear Battalion, consisting of six affiliate colleges and universities.
Scholarship Opportunities
Students who complete the Leader's Training Course may compete for a two-year Army ROTC scholarship while at camp. These merit scholarships are awarded to the most qualified students who apply. For more information on the requirements and benefits of a Leader's Training Course scholarship, contact the EU ROTC Enrollment and Scholarship Officer, Maj. Doug Schenck, 417-836-5793.
Each of Evangel's academic programs is made up of a set of core curriculum, program requirements and electives. The courses listed below are just a small sample of courses that might be taken as a part of this specific program.
| Introduction to Military Science | History, organization, and mission of the U.S. Army and the Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC), rappelling techniques, basic rifle and pistol familiarization, map reading, and understanding the role of the U.S. Army today. |
| Introduction to Basic Military Skills | Rifle marksmanship, advanced rappelling techniques, introduction to small unit tactics, military leadership, and basic military skills. |
| Leadership Fitness | Development of an individual fitness program and acquisition of the skills necessary to lead group fitness training. |
| Military Fundamentals Practicum | Pistol and rifle marksmanship, rappelling, map reading (including the compass), first aid, tactics, leadership, land navigation, wilderness survival skills, and physical fitness and well-being. |
| Basic Military Science Fundamentals | Organization and mission of ROTC; the role of the U.S. Army in American policy and the application of the principles of war; leadership theory and practice; military operations and basic tactics; instruction in marksmanship, rappelling, first aid, land navigation, drill and ceremonies, and oral and written communication skills. |
Evangel University's world-class faculty is made up of caring, Christian professionals who are distinguished in their fields and dedicated to the development of tomorrow's Christian leaders.
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Dr. Dale L. Garrett: Associate professor of social sciences and assistant football coach
Dr. Dale L. Garrett has been an associate professor in the Social Sciences Department since retiring as a Lt. Col. from the United States Air Force in 2003. During his 24-year career with the USAF, he was selected as a squadron-level commander three separate times and also chosen as part of a select group of [...]
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There is no limit to the opportunities in the Army — and no limit to what you can learn and achieve. With expert training in one of over 150 different jobs for Soldiers on active duty and over 120 in the Army Reserve, the Army will provide you the training and experience that will give you a big edge over those in the civilian world.
All non-U.S. citizens must have permission before enrolling in any Military Science course.
General Undergraduate Requirements
The following are general requirements for all students beginning an undergraduate program at Evangel. For more information visit Undergraduate Admissions Requirements.
| Faith | As a boldly Christian university, all of our students have made a profession of faith in Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Savior. |
| Diploma | Graduation from high school, or having the equivalent of a high school diploma such as the General Education Development (GED) examination. |
| Core Subjects | A minimum of a 2.0 GPA in core college prep classes (English, math, social sciences and science with a lab) |
| Grade Average | A "C" average. However, in some cases, a student with a weak academic record may be considered. To remain at Evangel, however, the student must meet scholastic requirements. |
| Standardized Tests | >Entering freshmen should take the ACT or SAT test. The codes for Evangel are as follows: SAT: 6198. ACT: 2296. |
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