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Military Science Studies Results:Course Selection Guidebook – Fall 20111. A military career overview/opportunity that serves the United States and its citizens. Militaryofficers have seen a jump in prestige since 2001, ranked 5 th in most prestigiouscareers – tied with physicians – by U.S. News and World Report (2009). Startingcompensation package exceeds $52K (OSD websitehttp://www.defenselink.mil/militarypay/pay/calc/) with additional incentives of 30 dayspaid vacation, federal holidays, paid medical and numerous other benefits. Compensationexceeds $83K in four years (2009 dollars).2. Obtain governmental Secret security clearances that enhance employment within thegovernment upon completion of collegiate studies.3. Advanced education is a goal for most Army officers. Many officers are selected topursue full-time studies toward a masters or doctoral degree through programs paid by theArmy. Multiple programs exist; four of the more known programs include:a. Law school, the Fully Funded Legal Education Program (FLEP). The JudgeAdvocate General’s Funded Legal Education Program selects officers eachyear to attend a regular course of instruction leading to a Juris Doctor (J.D.) orBachelor of Law (LL.B.) degree at an approved civilian law school. The programsare provided at government expense.b. Training with industry (TWI) program. The TWI program integrates an officerinto a civilian organization, approximately one year, that provides knowledge,experience and perspective in management and operational techniques that areconcentrated in the areas of artificial intelligence, aviation logistics,communications, electronics, finance, marketing, ordnance, physical security,procurement, public affairs, research and development, systems automation andtransportation.c. Fully funded graduate school that the officer wishes to attend, usually in the 7 th to10 th year of his or her military career, with full pay and benefits.d. Medical, clinical psychology, dental and other medical programs that can exceed$750K in benefits over the term of the medical program from undergraduate toreceiving the medical license.Scholarships:Undergraduate and graduate funded contracted student scholarship programs (freshman to seniorand graduate students). Newly enrolled freshmen through seniors may apply for four, three, twoand one year scholarships. These scholarships are awarded by the Military Science Department atthe Western Union Building. The contracted scholarships may encompass:1. Paid FULL TUITION AND FEES OR room and board (in-state and out-of-state).*Incentives can exceed $142,000 over a 4-year collegiate program!2. $1,200 a year book payment (bi-annual deposit).3. Cadet annual stipend ($3,000-$5,000, non-taxable)4. Foreign language studies monthly incentives ($100-$250 per month)5. Scholarship students/cadets must be contracted (a first-year freshman student maydecline the ROTC program prior to his or her sophomore with no obligation).6. Simultaneous Membership Program with the United States Army Reserve orNational Guard which provides additional monies to the student.7. Other loan repayment incentives upon entry into active duty (up to $60,000,60
Course Selection Guidebook – Fall 2011addition obligation required)8. Choice of duty assignment and military specialty assignments upon commissioning9. Leadership training evaluation programs in Washington State (Fort Lewis) andKentucky (Fort Knox).Books and Uniforms:The Department of Military Science provides required uniforms and equipment that are wornduring military activities. The department also provides course materials and texts to students freeof charge for MLSC 101, 102, 201, and 202.Requirements for EnrollmentAny full-time freshman or sophomore student not already holding a commission in any of theArmed Forces may enroll in the Basic Courses. Students who have had prior military service orwho have completed courses in another ROTC program may be granted placement credit. Studentsmay attend Basic Camp or Leadership Training Course (LTC) in lieu of taking the Basic Courses.Introductory Courses(Note: Eight of the eight Military Science credits count toward the 120 credits needed forgraduation. The remaining four credits will appear on the student’s official transcripts.)The Military Science Curriculum includes Basic Courses and Advanced Courses. The BasicCourses introduce students to the fundamentals of leadership and management while they learnabout the opportunities and prospects of ROTC and commissioned service. After completing theBasic Course, students who have agreed to seek commission as officers in the United States Armymay enroll in the Advanced Courses.Students incur no obligation to the military by participating in freshman or sophomore MilitaryScience and Leadership courses while qualifying for the Advanced Program (except for Armyscholarship students). The Military Science Basic Courses designed for freshmen and sophomoresare MLSC 101, 102, 201, and 202. All cadets participate in the Leadership Laboratory in the basiccourses; freshmen and sophomores enroll in MLSC 103 and MLSC 203, respectively.MLSC 101. Foundations of Officership. Fall (1) Corequisite: MLSC 103 (Leadership Lab)The course curriculum introduces William & Mary students to the Army’s value system, militarystructure, leadership and core competencies that are critical central to a commissioned officer’ssuccess in the officer profession. Establish framework for understanding officership, leadership,and Army values followed and “life skills” such as physical fitness and time management.MLSC 102. Basic Leadership.. Spring (1) Corequisite: MLSC 103 (Leadership Lab)The course curriculum Establishes the foundation of basic leadership fundamentals such asproblem solving, communications, briefings and effective writing, goal setting, techniques forimproving listening and speaking skills, and an introduction to counseling.MLSC 201. Individual Leadership Studies. Fall (1) Prerequisite: MLSC 101/102 or equivalent.Corequisite: MLSC 203. Students identify successful leadership characteristics throughobservation of others and self through experiential learning exercises. Students record observedtraits (good and bad) in a dimensional leadership journal and discuss observations in small groupsettings.61
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