Is Auburn Considered a Military College?

Hey everyone, I'm pretty interested in both Auburn University and the military, but I'm not sure what kind of connection there is between the two. Is Auburn considered a military college or do they have special programs for those in service? Thanks!

Auburn University is not labeled as a military college, but it certainly does take pride in its robust military and veteran programs. The university has an outstanding Office of Military and Veteran Affairs, which is committed to supporting military students and veterans. This department works to ensure these students have the resources they need to succeed in their academic and personal lives, such as mental health support and career resources.

Auburn also offers noteworthy ROTC (Reserve Officer Training Corps) programs for the Army, Airforce, and Navy, including the Marine option with the Navy. These programs provide students the opportunity to learn leadership skills and prepare for a career in the military, while they complete an undergraduate degree in any field of their choice. You can learn more about ROTC at Auburn here: https://auburn.edu/academic/rotc/. You may also be interested to know that Auburn University has a strong military history. The school was established under the Morrill Act of 1862, which provided public lands for colleges where engineering and military tactics would be taught, making Auburn one of the oldest military schools in the south.

So while Auburn is not formally classified as a military school like VMI or the Citadel, it is a military-friendly institution offering a number of resources and opportunities for students interested in this path.