Department of Military Science
Career opportunities
Commission as a Second Lieutenant
Once you commission, you will enterĀ the Army as a Second Lieutenant in one the 18 basic branches or specialties. You can serve either full time on active duty or part time in the US Army Reserve or Army National Guard.
Benefits for an Active Duty Component commissioned officer
- Salary and benefits of over $50,000/year
- Full medical and dental coverage
- Fast upward mobility
- Wide range of job opportunities and assignments worldwide
- Viable Retirement Plan
Benefits for a Reserve Component commissioned officer
- Supplemental income and secondary career
- Flexibility in choosing your specialty and assignments
- Wide range of job opportunities
- Establish connections between your military and private communities
- Ability to enhance your careerĀ in the private sector or do something entirely different from your “day” job