The US Army War College is a premier higher education institution that educates military officers, civilians, and international leaders in strategy, leadership, and national security.
Founded in 1901 in Washington, D.C.
Moved to Carlisle Barracks, Pennsylvania in 1951
Since its founding, the college has educated over 27,000 graduates, including 75 general officers and 10 heads of state.
The college is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
A US government-funded institution that offers graduate-level education for national security and military strategy.
A US Navy higher education institution that focuses on developing strategic and operational leaders, strengthening global maritime partnerships and enhancing national security.
A highly competitive School of Professional Military Education that prepares officers of all American military services to assume strategic leadership roles.
A graduate program that provides students with a comprehensive understanding of strategy, leadership, and national security policy through a two-year, resident course of study.
A certificate program that provides students with knowledge and experience in joint military operations, national security strategy, and joint planning processes.
A program that prepares students for senior leadership positions and offers opportunities to conduct research on strategic topics of interest.
The US Army War College is open to military officers in the pay grades of O-4 (major) and above, federal civilian employees in the equivalent pay grades, and international military officers of similar rank.
The program is two years long.
The JPME certificate is a credential earned by completing a Joint Professional Military Education program, which includes coursework in joint military operations, national security strategy, and joint planning processes.
The cost of attending the US Army War College varies based on several factors such as military status, residency, and the specific program selected. Please contact the college directly to inquire about current tuition and fees.
The SSCF program is a selective program for military officers and federal civilians that offers opportunities to enhance leadership skills, conduct research on topics of interest, and participate in strategic discussions with senior leaders in the US Government and military.