The Department of Military Science at Sam Houston State University is administratively aligned with the Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs .
Program is offered on an elective basis.
Graduates who complete the ROTC program will compete for commissions in the U. S. Army, Army Reserve, or National Guard. There are two programs available, each satisfying the requirements for a United States Army commission. The 100 and 200 level courses offered by the department are Basic Courses and are open to all students without obligation for present or future military service. These courses provide instruction in basic leadership and military skills that are applicable to any curriculum or future profession. The Basic Course is normally taken during the freshman and sophomore years and satisfies a prerequisite for entrance into the Advanced Course.