Successful completion of the advanced program, including the advanced camp in the summer between the junior and senior years, a military history course, computer and math literacy courses, and of the bachelor’s degree, qualifies the graduate for either a reserve or a regular commission as a Second Lieutenant in the United States Army.

Advanced program students are required to participate in a weekly military science laboratory. Students in the basic program are encouraged to participate in the department’s adventure training activities, which are held periodically during the year. These activities include rafting, paint ball, rappelling, marksmanship, and the Ranger platoon.

There is no military obligation associated with any of the basic program courses. Converse students may compete for two- and three-year scholarships. Army scholarships apply toward tuition only and are funded at $17,000 per year. In addition, they provide $600 per year for books and  spending money. The application period runs from October-March.