Contact us


Have any questions for us or are interested in joining? Contact us at prcadre [at] mit.edu or visit our Facebook page.




Interested in becoming a Riflemen?

Ask Yourself

  • you want hands-on military leadership experience?
  • to learn how to think and work efficiently under extreme pressure?
  • you looking for a challenge?
  • you want to be as prepared as possible for ROTC evaluations?
  • you want a taste of what it's like to fight as a soldier in the Armed Forces?
  • you want to become proficient in military tactics?

If you answered YES to any of these questions, then you want to join Pershing Rifles.

Typical Candidate Experience

The training program for membership typically lasts 7 to 8 weeks with one three-hour class per week. Through the course of the program, you will become proficient in military knowledge and certain small-unit infantry combat manuevers. Your motivation and performance throughout the program will determine whether you are inducted as a Pershing Rifleman at the end of your training. Interested?