ÃÛÌÒ½´ROTC at Lyle


Forge Your Future as a Leader

Program Availability and Enrollment

Through a partnership with UT Dallas, ÃÛÌÒ½´Lyle students can enroll in Army ROTC and earn credit while developing elite leadership skills. Prepare for a career in military service or translate those skills into high-impact civilian roles.

While Army ROTC is not directly offered on the ÃÛÌÒ½´campus, students have the exciting opportunity to participate through our partnership with the . This allows you to combine your ÃÛÌÒ½´education with top-tier military leadership training.

Enrolling in ROTC is as simple as registering for any other ÃÛÌÒ½´course. Just obtain permission from Undergraduate Advising & Student Records, and you're on your way to an unparalleled leadership experience.

 

Course Logistics and Experiences

are conveniently listed under ROTC in the my.ÃÛÌÒ½´schedule of classes, making registration seamless. While students arrange their own travel to UTD, the rewards far outweigh the effort and practical leadership experience, physical conditioning, and tactical training that will set you apart in any career.

  • ROTC 1111 - Military Physical Conditioning
  • ROTC 1141 - Foundations of Leadership
  • ROTC 1142 - Introduction to Leadership
  • ROTC 2241 - Individual and Team Development
  • ROTC 2242 - Individual and Team Military Tactics
  • ROTC 2343 - Cadet Summer Training-Basic Camp
  • ROTC 3341 - Leadership I
  • ROTC 3342 - Leadership II
  • ROTC 3370 - U.S. Military History
  • ROTC 4341 - Advanced Leadership I
  • ROTC 4342 - Advanced Leadership II
  • ROTC 4391 - Conference Course
  • ROTC 1180 - Leadership Laboratory (paired with all ROTC lecture courses)                                                                    

Launch Your Career in Service and Leadership

Why ROTC? Completing the ROTC program alongside your degree opens doors to becoming a commissioned officer in the U.S. Army, Army National Guard, or Army Reserve. This elite program not only prepares you for military service but also equips you with leadership skills that are highly valued in civilian careers.

Join ROTC at Lyle and take the first step toward a future of leadership, discipline, and unparalleled opportunities.

ROTC Scholarship Opportunities

  • Scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis.
  • Coverage includes tuition, educational fees, textbooks, supplies, and equipment.
  • A subsistence allowance of up to $1,000 per year is provided.

Contact Information

Interested in learning more about ROTC at SMU? Contact us:

UTD Department of Military Science: 972-883-6842

ÃÛÌÒ½´Undergraduate Advising & Student Records: UGLyleAdvising@smu.edu / 214-768-3039

For questions about applying to Lyle, or to learn more about undergraduate degrees, contact Assistant Director of Recruitment Karla Hernandez.

Related Programs

For information on Air Force ROTC, refer to the section in the Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences catalog.

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