Physical training 3-4 days per week. One overnight field training exercise per semester. Methodist College students may participate in ROTC for up to two years with no obligation. They do not go to basic training. They do not major in Military Science or train every day.
Students can sign up for classes and see how well they like it.
The Military Science curriculum is a leadership development program that enhances the students' academic endeavors and develops men and women for positions of responsibility as commissioned officers in the active Army and its reserves. The program has two components. The Basic Course is normally taken in the freshman and sophomore years. No military commitment is incurred, and the student can withdraw at any point. After completing Basic Courses, students can enroll in the Advanced Course provided that they have demonstrated officer potential, have a cumulative GPA of 2.00 or higher, and meet Army physical standards.