Military Science

Claremont McKenna College’s ROTC program prepares students to be officers in the U. S. Army by developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills, interpersonal communication, and ethical leadership. For decades, Claremont McKenna has produced some of the most respected military leaders in the United States Army.

Based at Claremont McKenna, the ROTC program is an extension of the Golden Battalion, and consists of six main college campuses, including California Poly Pomona, Azusa Pacific University, California State San Bernardino, California Baptist University, and UC Riverside. It is the largest ROTC program west of Texas, connecting more than 15 local universities and community colleges for training exercises.

Claremont McKenna’s ROTC Cadets are goal-oriented, academically driven, and dedicated to serving our nation. Cadets pursue a variety of majors and participate in numerous extracurricular activities, which include playing on CMS teams, serving in leadership positions, engaging in research with our institutes, and being active members of campus clubs. Cadet life is geared toward developing responsible leaders, who ultimately serve as commissioned officers in the U.S. Army after commencement.

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