Looking for Military Courses in College

Does anyone know the names of specific courses or programs in regular colleges that are military-focused? I'm interested in maybe joining the military later on, but I'd like to get some academic preparation first. Thanks in advance!

Absolutely, many colleges across the country offer a variety of military-focused programs to consider. These are usually known as ROTC (Reserve Officer Training Corps) programs. The three common ones are Army ROTC, Navy ROTC (which also covers the Marine Corps), and Air Force ROTC.

These programs are present at many colleges and offer significant scholarship opportunities along with the intense leadership training that comes with them. If you complete an ROTC program, you can enter the military as an officer after you graduate.

Plus, many colleges have academic programs that offer courses on military science, military history, or national security studies.

For example:

1. Military Science: This program uniquely prepares you for a career in the military, typically through ROTC. Courses might include "Introduction to Military Science," "Adaptive Leadership and Professional Competence," or "Mission Command and the Company Grade Officer."

2. Military History: If you're interested in the historical aspects of the military and warfare, courses like "Wars of the 20th Century," "Civil War Campaigns," or "The World Wars" might be of interest.

3. National Security Studies: In this program, students often learn about international relations and foreign policy with a military aspect. Example courses may include "US National Security Policy," "Terrorism and Counterterrorism," or "Diplomacy and Statecraft."

Remember to research your college choices to identify which ones have the resources that align with your academic needs and career aspirations! Consider reaching out to the respective departments at the colleges you're interested in for more info on these programs.