Cadet Life
Leadership Development is at the core of the Air Force ROTC program. And while we emphasize physical training, academics and discipline, the cadets find time to have fun.
Program timeline
Wingman Culture
Detachment 027 embraces the Air Force tradition of supporting our fellow Airmen. The cadet wing has a strong mentorship program and mandates counseling and other support functions for academic and physical success within the chain of command. Once enrolled, cadets find strong bonds in Air Force ROTC, more than with sports teams, clubs, sororities, or fraternities.
Detachment Cadre and Cadet Wing leadership demand ALL cadets assume responsibility for one another’s well being. It’s an extremely rewarding feeling to know you’re not alone when struggling in new surroundings and intense studies while in college.
1. Is a scholarship required to be a member of Air Force ROTC? Accordion Closed
2. Can I join AFROTC in the… Accordion Closed
- Fall? Yes. Most cadets begin AFROTC in the Fall term
- Spring? Yes, but fewer students start AFROTC in the Spring term. You would likely complete a hybrid 3.5-year program. To catch up with your peers, you will need to double-up on Aerospace Studies classes the following fall.
3. From where do your cadets originate? Accordion Closed
5. What does it mean to be “on contract” in AFROTC? Accordion Closed
6. Medical Eligibility Requirements Accordion Closed
- Where do I go to complete the sports physical?
- You may complete the sports physical either with your family doctor, or your university’s medical clinic.
- Will AFROTC pay for the participatory sports physical?
- No, AFROTC does not reimburse the cost of the sports physical.
- Do I have to go to a Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) for my medical requirements?
- No, AFROTC cadets complete their medical review through the Department of Defense Medical Examination Review Board (DoDMERB). Though you have completed MEPS, you will still be required to go through the DoDMERB process.
- What is DoDMERB?
- DoDMERB is one of the governing approval authorities for medical accession standards into the armed forces. During the semester, cadets will attend appointments at locally contracted medical offices to accomplish required DoDMERB medical appointments.
- I have a physical/mental/dietary restriction, can I still commission through AFROTC?
- DoDMERB will investigate the nature of your restriction, and determine if the condition does or does not meet armed forces medical accession standards
- Where can I find the list of medical disqualifications?
- DoDMERB’s medical qualification standards are not available for public dissemination.
7. Are there other AFROTC-related activities which I can participate in? Accordion Closed
Air Force ROTC strives to provide you with a wide variety of professional and social activities. But your first and most immediate concern is attending classes and maintaining good grades. The program and university offer many activities for any student’s particular interests. Here are just a few:
- Arnold Air Society
- Silver Wings
- Military Dining Events (formal and informal)
- Honor Guard
- Special Warfare
- i5
- Base Visits
8. When do I have to wear my uniform? Accordion Closed
All “cadets” that meet height and weight requirements will be required to wear appropriate uniform in accordance with weekly routine orders (e.g. Physical Training Uniform for Physical Training–AS 250, Air Force Blues for Academic class–AS 101, etc.).
9. What is Field Training? Accordion Closed
10. What exactly is Leadership Lab? Accordion Closed
11. Do I have to live in a specific dorm? Accordion Closed
12. If I take AFROTC classes, do I have to join the Air Force? Accordion Closed
13. Do Air Force ROTC courses count for credit? Accordion Closed
14. What if I want to be in a fraternity/sorority or play college sports? Accordion Closed
15. Academic Requirements Accordion Closed
- What are the GPA requirements to be an AFROTC cadet?
- To be in AFROTC, non-scholarship cadets must have and maintain a minimum CGPA of at least 2.0.
- Scholarship cadets must have a minimum TGPA of at least 2.5. Multiple occurrences of TGPAs of less than 2.5 will result in scholarship suspension
16. How long is the AFROTC program? Accordion Closed
- AFROTC is a 4-year program.
- Certain degree plans of study may require a 5th year of study to meet all AFROTC program and university degree requirements.
- Some students may qualify for a 3-year or 3.5-year program. Contact a cadre member to see if this is an option for you.
- At this time, AFROTC does not offer abbreviated (2-years or less) undergraduate commissioning programs unless you have a prior military service record.
For additional FAQs, please visit the National Air Force ROTC website.
Detachment newsletters- The Eagle
Academic Year 2019-2020
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Academic Year 2018-2019
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Spring, Issue 1
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Academic Year 2017-2018
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Academic Year 2016-2017
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Academic Year 2015-2016
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Academic Year 2014-2015
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Academic Year 2013-2014
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Academic Year 2012-2013
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For additional information, please visit the national Air Force ROTC website.