Completion of the program did not qualify an individual for a commission. In 1916, a unit of the Reserve Officer's Training Corps was established. In 1978 military instruction began at the University of Bridgeport. The mission of ROTC is to commission the future officer leadership of the United States Army. The philosophy of the Military Science Department in Connecticut is to insure that cadets receive the best possible preparation for service as Army officers.
Emphasis is placed on individual practice of leadership principles.
Enrollment Requirements - 1. Basic Course . The Basic Course does not obligate the student to the military. Courses are one hour a week and are designed to provide the student with the opportunity to study basic military subjects and to assist the student in deciding on whether or not to pursue a career in the military. Be a citizen of the United States.