Jun 08, 2025  
2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog

Other Academic Programs


Extension courses are also offered to businesses, government agencies, private agencies and civic groups. The courses provide special instruction to the employees or members of these organizations. Most courses can be taught at the organization’s facility. Course content is structured to address specific needs or goals identified by the organization.

Extension Course Cancellation

Oakland University reserves the right to cancel any extension course that does not have sufficient enrollment. All tuition applicable to the canceled section will be automatically refunded when a course is canceled.

Certificate and Re-Licensure Programs

Certificate programs, a series of courses related to individual objectives, are offered as preparation for becoming a paralegal or to sit for the CFP® (Certified Financial Planner) examination.

The Executive Personal Financial Planning Certificate Program, offered by PACE - Professional and Continuing Education(PACE), is designed to prepare individuals who are now or might become involved in advising clients about financial planning, to prepare them to sit for the CFP® license examination. Pace also offers certificate programs in Project Management, Digital Marketing and Nonprofit Management. 

Qualifying hours for professional relicensure and continuing education hours are offered both periodically and throughout the year for counselors, educators, social workers, nurses, and other licensed insurance professionals.

Educational Test Preparation Workshops

Test preparation workshops for the SAT, Graduate Record Exam (GRE), Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT), and Law School Admission Test (LSAT) are offered year-round. The SAT workshops are designed for college-bound high school students or individuals who decide to enter a college program after an interruption of the traditional high-school-to-college progression. The GRE and GMAT workshops are designed for those seeking admission to graduate school, and the LSAT for those applying for entry into law school. Information on these workshops is available through Professional and Continuing Education.

Conferences and Seminars

Conferences on topical subjects are offered throughout the year. Included among the offerings are: conference, seminar and corporate training programs through PACE - Professional and Continuing Education.

Veterans’ Certification

Students receiving VA education benefits must complete a request for enrollment certification with the Veteran Support Services at the beginning of each semester. Students must have all eligibility documents on file with that office as well as an academic plan of work. Students receiving benefits must report promptly all changes in enrollment. For further information, please contact the certifying official at the Veteran Support Services Office, Vandenberg Hall, Room 112, (248) 370-2010.

Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC)

Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC)

The Air Force Officer Education Program prepares you to become an Air Force Officer while earning a bachelor’s degree. Air Force ROTC does have scholarship opportunities that students in the program can compete for during their freshman and sophomore years. You will be able to hone your time-management skills, analytical skills, leadership skills, and physical fitness. It won’t be easy, but if you’re up to the challenge, the rewards will last a lifetime.

Four-year and Three-Year Programs

Air Force ROTC offers a four-year and a three-year program. Upon graduation, cadets are commissioned as 2nd Lieutenants.

  • The four-year plan is comprised of eight terms of courses in Aerospace Studies (AERO), as well as a Field Training course at Maxwell Air Force Base that will occur between a cadets’ sophomore and junior years.
  • The three-year program is designed for college students with three years of school remaining. Three year cadets will make up the first year of ROTC by taking both freshman and sophomore level courses during their first year in ROTC. They will then attend Field Training between a cadets’ sophomore and junior years. 

Cadets may enroll in either the four-year or three-year programs by permission of the Air Force ROTC Detachment Commander. If you have at least 2.5 years left until graduation, please contact us. There are ways to tailor the program to meet AFROTC requirements but match your graduation timeline.

Military obligation

After commissioning, graduates of the Air Force ROTC program are called to active duty with the Air Force in a field usually related to their academic degree program. The period of service is four years for non-flying officers, six years for navigators/ air battle managers/ RPA pilots, and ten years for pilots after flight training. A contractual obligation is established for non-scholarship students when they attend their first Professional Officer Course (POC) after field training. Scholarship students in the four-year High School Scholarship Program incur a contractual obligation upon entering their sophomore year of AFROTC, whereas in-college scholarships awardees incur a contractual obligation once they accept a scholarship.

For more information on the program, classes, cadet life and how to join, visit UM Air Force ROTC.

Army reserve officer training Corps (ROTC)

About ROTC

The Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) is a college-based program for training commissioned officers of the United States Army. Established to prepare young adults for leadership and management positions in the military, ROTC blends academic education with military training. Cadets participate in regular trainings, physical fitness activities, and leadership courses while pursuing their undergraduate degrees.

Commissioned officers

A commissioned officer in the United States Armed Forces earns their position through a training program such as ROTC or a military academy. Holding a commission from the President, they lead and manage enlisted personnel and other officers, overseeing strategic planning, decision-making, and unit welfare. These officers exemplify leadership, integrity, and professionalism to ensure mission success and the well-being of their teams. They play a crucial role in both peace and wartime operations, dedicated to serving and leading with distinction.

Why ROTC

Joining ROTC offers students a unique opportunity to develop leadership skills, gain valuable military training, and receive financial assistance for their education. Beyond the tangible benefits, ROTC instills a sense of discipline, responsibility, and a commitment to service. For those who aspire to lead, serve their country, and embark on a meaningful career with opportunities for advancement, ROTC provides a strong foundation and a path to success.

The Michigan difference

The University of Michigan stands out not only for its prestigious academic programs and vibrant campus life but also for its exceptional ROTC program.  At Michigan, ROTC cadets benefit from a comprehensive education that balances rigorous military training with opportunities to excel in diverse academic fields.  The university’s commitment to leadership, innovation, and community service for the challenges of the future.

The Path to Commissioning

Army ROTC is a 4-year program that consists of classroom instruction, practical exercises and labs, and physical training. Accelerated 2- and 3-year programs exist for graduate students and students joining ROTC in the middle of their undergraduate studies.he Wolverine Battalion, Cadets are first and foremost students.

Please reach out at AOEPROO@umich.edu or (734) 764-2400 for more information.