Military Science
Minor
Military science minor overview
Prepare for a leadership role that stands out in both military and civilian careers. Our military science minor blends classroom learning with real-world training, equipping you with a strong foundation in leadership and practical skills.
Program Snapshot
Why should you choose our military science program?
Whether you’re planning a military career or aiming for another field, our military science minor offered through Army ROTC prepares you for leadership wherever you go.
You’ll take hands-on labs that teach skills like rappelling, rock climbing, marksmanship, water survival, map reading, first aid, squad tactics, and team-building.
In class, you’ll learn through lectures, group talks, and exercises. Core courses focus on military science and history, while electives cover topics like law, international relations, and technology.
In advanced courses, you’ll build leadership skills by teaching and leading teams through problem-solving tasks. This experience helps grow your confidence and boost your resume.
The military science minor is open to all students with no military commitment.
Program Highlights
As a student in our military science program, you can:
- Build skills, confidence and community as a member of the Cannon Club, Queen's Guard, Marksmanship Club or another Cadet Club.
- Choose electives to match your interests, from Media and Society to Geography of the Developing World to Religion in America.
- Compete for generous scholarships specifically designed for military students.
- Train at the new CMU ROTC outdoor leadership field training course, one of only a few such courses in the nation.
Careers & Outcomes
A minor in military science from CMU opens the door to many careers in the military and in civilian life. You’ll have the proven leadership skills that Fortune 500 companies seek, and the Army offers 16 high-tech career fields to choose from that directly relate to the civilian sector, including aviation, medical service, engineering, intelligence, security, law enforcement, information technology, human resources, finance and distribution management.
| Career | Projected Salary |
|---|---|
| Security/Defense Intelligence Analyst | $79,409 |
| Senior Operations Analyst | $71,540 |
| Court Administrator | $77,777 |
| Intelligence Analysts | $86,280 |
| Command and Control Center Specialists | $78,521 |
| Security Management Specialist | $75,990 |
| Operations Research Analyst | $83,640 |
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