The Military College of Georgia

UNG’s Corps of Cadets has been integral to the university’s mission and identity since our founding in 1873, and we have a proud heritage of producing leaders of character equipped for global leadership challenges.

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A Nationally Recognized Program

UNG is one of only six federally designated senior military colleges, which include The Citadel, Norwich University, Texas A&M University, Virginia Tech, and Virginia Military Institute.

Because of our unique role, the state legislature designated UNG as The Military College of Georgia.

Leadership Rooted in Tradition

Building on nearly 150 years of tradition, UNG cadets experience hands-on leadership opportunities and an exceptional military education while enjoying the benefits of attending one of the nation’s top public universities.

UNG’s nationally acclaimed Corps of Cadets has earned the Gen. Douglas MacArthur Award and honors multiple times as the top Army ROTC program among the six senior military colleges.

In the News

Enhancements to Drill Field begin

Work has begun on enhancements to the Gen. William 'Lipp' Livsey Drill Field that will celebrate UNG's history and preeminent legacy of its Corps of Cadets.

Dill, Malcom inducted into ROTC Hall of Fame

Alumni inducted into ROTC Hall of Fame

UNG alumni retired Col. Wayne Dill and retired Col. Ben Malcom have been inducted into the Army ROTC National Hall of Fame.

President is grand marshal for Veterans Day Parade

President is grand marshal for parade

UNG President Michael Shannon will serve as grand marshal for the Lumpkin County Veterans Day Parade, which is set for 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 11. The Lumpkin County Veterans Affairs Committee is the parade

Hartley promoted to lieutenant colonel

Alumna Lt. Col. Stephanie Hartley was promoted to her current rank in a ceremony Aug. 12 at the Pennington Military Leadership Center at UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Cadet earns scholarship from veterans' group

Cadet earns annual MOAA scholarship

Cadet Hyunbean Park has been selected as the annual UNG recipient of a scholarship from the Georgia Mountain Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America, which recently hosted its annual meeting

Leading in the Military

Our all-Army ROTC program commissions more than 100 second lieutenants each year and has produced more than 50 generals, including three who have commanded the Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve, a multinational coalition of military forces. In addition, nearly half of all officers in the Georgia Army National Guard commissioned through UNG.

Notable Cadet Alumni UNG Alumni Association

Leading in Civilian Life

UNG also offers a National Service Leadership Track for cadets who want to seek career opportunities with global companies, non-governmental organizations or federal agencies like the NSA, FBI and CIA.

National Service Leadership Track

Life as a Cadet

Leadership Programs

Cadet Organizations

Where Can The Military College of Georgia Lead You?

Wherever you choose to serve, UNG is committed to preparing cadets to be skilled, ethical and agile leaders who make a meaningful difference in the world.

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Where the UNG Corps of Cadets Lead

Laurana Bradley

UNG cadet Laurana Bradley aims to be a selfless leader by making sacrifices and being willing to help others when they are struggling. She is a UNG Military Scholarship recipient who serves in the Georgia Army National Guard.

Desiderio Walker

UNG student Desiderio Walker uses his leadership skills as a member of the Corps of Cadets and president of the Black Student Union.

Alison Gaynor

UNG alumna Alison Gaynor, '21, remembers her experiences at UNG fondly, with her most rewarding and proudest moments happening within the Corps of Cadets.

Connect with the Corps of Cadets

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