{"id":188,"date":"2018-07-02T03:53:35","date_gmt":"2018-07-02T10:53:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vendor.hub.wp.nau.edu\/air-force-rotc\/cadet-life\/"},"modified":"2026-07-28T18:34:18","modified_gmt":"2026-07-28T18:34:18","slug":"cadet-life","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/air-force-rotc\/cadet-life\/","title":{"rendered":"Cadet Life"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Cadet Life<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1022 size-landscape-image-lg\" src=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/93\/2024\/01\/DSC_0408-800x600.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/93\/2024\/01\/DSC_0408-800x600.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/93\/2024\/01\/DSC_0408-464x348.jpeg 464w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/93\/2024\/01\/DSC_0408-232x174.jpeg 232w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Leadership Development is at the core of the Air Force ROTC program. \u00a0And while we emphasize physical training, academics and discipline, the cadets find time to have fun.<\/p>\n<h3>Program timeline<\/h3>\n<h3><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/93\/2018\/07\/c650d320-7601-4d30-ba2c-89d749a376aa-ek.png\" alt=\"The timeline provides a focus and information by year. For freshman year, the program focus is on followership, training, and personal growth. That year you'll begin your medical clearance and also compete for scholarships. During your sophomore year we focus on mentorship, critical thinking and Wingman culture. That year you'll have to solidify a major of study and again be able to compete for scholarships. After your sophomore year, you'll attend field training, which is a basic officer training in Alabama. During your junior year we'll emphasize team leadership, decision making and solidify your identity both in the Air Force and within yourself. That same year you'll select your Air Force Career Field and receive a monthly stipend. Your last year in the program we focus on organizational leadership, ethical reasoning, program integration as a leader in the cadet wing. You'll also apply for a base of preference while still receiving a monthly stipend. Upon graduation you are commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force and will then transition to Active Duty service.\" \/><\/h3>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Wingman Culture<\/h3>\n<p>Detachment 027 embraces the Air Force tradition of supporting our fellow Airmen. \u00a0The cadet wing has a strong mentorship program and mandates counseling and other support functions for academic and physical success within the chain of command. \u00a0Once enrolled, cadets find strong bonds in Air Force ROTC, more than with sports teams, clubs, sororities, or fraternities.<\/p>\n<p>Detachment Cadre and Cadet Wing leadership demand ALL cadets assume responsibility for one another&#8217;s well being. It&#8217;s an extremely rewarding feeling to know you&#8217;re not alone when struggling in new surroundings and intense studies while in college.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- shortcode-right-column -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-right-column\" >\n    <div class=\"shortcode-right-column__container\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-699\" src=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/93\/2020\/05\/AFROTC_Logo_Vertical.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"151\" height=\"127\" \/> \u00a0 \u00a0<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-680\" src=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/93\/2020\/05\/Det-027-Logo-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"115\" height=\"115\" srcset=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/93\/2020\/05\/Det-027-Logo-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/93\/2020\/05\/Det-027-Logo-300x300.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 115px) 100vw, 115px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><!-- shortcode-contact -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-contact\">\n    <div class=\"contact-header\">\n        <h3>Contact Us<\/h3>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"contact-body\">\n                <a href=\"mailto:afrotc@nau.edu\" aria-label=\"Contact Us: Email Address\" title=\"Email Address\">\n            <div class=\"contact-icon-container\">\n                <i class=\"fas fa-envelope\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n                <span class=\"sr-only\">Email:<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"contact-email\">afrotc&#8203;@nau.edu<\/div>\n        <\/a>\n                        <a href=\"tel:928-523-5371\" aria-label=\"Contact Us: Telephone Number\" title=\"Telephone Number\">\n            <div class=\"contact-icon-container\">\n                <i class=\"fas fa-phone\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n                <span class=\"sr-only\">Call:<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"contact-phone\">928-523-5371<\/div>\n        <\/a>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<!-- shortcode-block -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-block\">\n      <div class=\"block-header\">\n        <h3>Connect with us<\/h3>\n    <\/div>\n          <div class=\"block-body\">\n      <div><br><\/div>\n          <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/air-force-rotc\/commercial-external-links-notice\/\">External Links Disclaimer<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"1. Is a scholarship required to be a member of Air Force ROTC?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-1-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-1-panel\">\n            1. Is a scholarship required to be a member of Air Force ROTC?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-1-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-1-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<div class=\"collapse\">No. \u00a0In fact only 45% of our cadets are currently on scholarship (as of June 2025). Current members are in AFROTC because the program\u2019s benefits (an emphasis on discipline, academics, physical fitness and most importantly leadership development) and the fact that completion and a degree warrant a commission in the world\u2019s greatest air, space and cyberspace force.<\/div>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"2. Can I join AFROTC in the\u2026_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-2-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-2-panel\">\n            2. Can I join AFROTC in the\u2026\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-2-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-2-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"collapse\">\u00a0Fall? Yes. Most cadets begin AFROTC in the Fall term<\/li>\n<li>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.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"3. From where do your cadets originate?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-3-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-3-panel\">\n            3. From where do your cadets originate?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-3-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-3-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<div class=\"collapse\">Only ~38% of the Cadet Wing are from Arizona. \u00a0California represents the next majority with ~30% followed by Vegas with ~6%. \u00a0The remaining cadets come as far as the following states: \u00a0Alabama, Alaska, Colorado, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington and Wisconsin (as of June 2025).<\/div>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"4. What\u2019s your breakout of Technical Majors?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-4-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-4-panel\">\n            4. What\u2019s your breakout of Technical Majors?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-4-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-4-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<div class=\"collapse\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/93\/2018\/07\/15295d49-fa5a-43de-85ec-5d61516df41b-ek.png\" alt=\"This graph is a pie chart showing the percentage of technical versus non-technical majors in our cadet wing. 31% of our cadets are in technical majors while 69% are in non-technical majors.\"><\/div>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"5. What does it mean to be \u201con contract\u201d in AFROTC?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-5-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-5-panel\">\n            5. What does it mean to be \u201con contract\u201d in AFROTC?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-5-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-5-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<div class=\"collapse\">Before any entitlements can be paid or prior to entry into the Professional Office Course (Juniors\/Seniors), you must enter into a contract with the Air Force. \u00a0The contract states you\u2019ll receive a commission upon graduation and fulfillment of AFROTC program requirements.<\/div>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"6. Medical Eligibility Requirements_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-6-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-6-panel\">\n            6. Medical Eligibility Requirements\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-6-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-6-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"collapse\"><strong>Where do I go to complete the sports physical?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>You may complete the sports physical either with your family doctor, or your university\u2019s medical clinic.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Will AFROTC pay for the participatory sports physical?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>No, AFROTC does not reimburse the cost of the sports physical.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Do I have to go to a Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) for my medical requirements?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>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.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>What is DoDMERB?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>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.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>I have a physical\/mental\/dietary restriction, can I still commission through AFROTC?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>DoDMERB will investigate the nature of your restriction, and determine if the condition does or does not meet armed forces medical accession standards<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Where can I find the list of medical disqualifications?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>DoDMERB\u2019s medical qualification standards are not available for public dissemination.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"7. Are there other AFROTC-related activities which I can participate in?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-7-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-7-panel\">\n            7. Are there other AFROTC-related activities which I can participate in?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-7-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-7-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<div class=\"collapse\">\n<p>Air Force ROTC strives to provide you with a wide variety of professional and social activities. \u00a0But your first and most immediate concern is attending classes and maintaining good grades. \u00a0The program and university offer many activities for any student\u2019s particular interests. \u00a0Here are just a few:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Arnold Air Society<\/li>\n<li>Silver Wings<\/li>\n<li>Military Dining Events (formal and informal)<\/li>\n<li>Honor Guard<\/li>\n<li>Special Warfare<\/li>\n<li>i5<\/li>\n<li>Base Visits<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"8. When do I have to wear my uniform?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-8-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-8-panel\">\n            8. When do I have to wear my uniform?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-8-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-8-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<div class=\"collapse\">\n<p>All \u201ccadets\u201d 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\u2013AS 250, Air Force Blues for Academic class\u2013AS 101, etc.).<\/p>\n<div>All \u201ccivilians\u201d will wear appropriate and respectable attire (e.g., collared shirt\/pants for AS 101, etc.)<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"9. What is Field Training?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-9-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-9-panel\">\n            9. What is Field Training?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-9-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-9-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<div class=\"collapse\">Field Training is basic training for officers with leadership development at the core. \u00a0You\u2019ll be tested on your leadership and followership skills on a daily basis in a stressful but encouraging environment. \u00a0Field Training is a pre-requisite for the Professional Officer Course (the last two years in the program) during the summer at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama. \u00a0Most cadets will tell you it is the most challenging and rewarding experience in the Air Force ROTC program.<\/div>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"10. What exactly is Leadership Lab?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-10-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-10-panel\">\n            10. What exactly is Leadership Lab?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-10-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-10-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<div class=\"collapse\">The Cadet Wing is organized into a hierarchical rank structure, as in the operational Air Force. \u00a0The POC (Professional Officer Course) cadets are responsible for organizing and administering a lab for the entire wing. \u00a0It is usually two hours of learning activities as drill and ceremonies, group leadership projects, team building, and physical fitness.<\/div>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"11. Do I have to live in a specific dorm?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-11-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-11-panel\">\n            11. Do I have to live in a specific dorm?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-11-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-11-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<div class=\"collapse\">No. \u00a0ROTC cadets have no preferred or recommended campus housing locations. \u00a0Your living arrangements are your choice. \u00a0In fact, nearly half of our current cadets live off-campus. \u00a0However, we do recommend living on-campus at least your Freshmen year. \u00a0You\u2019ll find NAU\u2019s dormitories quite nice, and we have several cadets go on to become CA\u2019s\u2013it is a great way to live rent free near your classes and the detachment.<\/div>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"12. If I take AFROTC classes, do I have to join the Air Force?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-12-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-12-panel\">\n            12. If I take AFROTC classes, do I have to join the Air Force?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-12-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-12-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<div class=\"collapse\">Absolutely not! \u00a0There is no obligation. \u00a0Any NAU admitted student can take Aerospace Studies academic courses (but not the Physical Training or Leadership Lab courses).<\/div>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"13. Do Air Force ROTC courses count for credit?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-13-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-13-panel\">\n            13. Do Air Force ROTC courses count for credit?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-13-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-13-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<div class=\"collapse\">Yes, as general electives for most majors at NAU. \u00a0We also offer a minor in Aerospace Studies.<\/div>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"14. What if I want to be in a fraternity\/sorority or play college sports?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-14-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-14-panel\">\n            14. What if I want to be in a fraternity\/sorority or play college sports?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-14-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-14-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<div class=\"collapse\">Please do! \u00a0We highly encourage cadets to be involved in campus life. \u00a0Those gained experiences make better leaders. There are countless clubs for you to join, please see <a href=\"https:\/\/nau.edu\/experience\/clubs-and-organizations\/\">The NAU Clubs and Organizations page<\/a><\/div>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"15. Academic Requirements_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-15-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-15-panel\">\n            15. Academic Requirements\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-15-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-15-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"collapse\"><strong>What are the GPA requirements to be an AFROTC cadet?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>To be in AFROTC, non-scholarship cadets must have and maintain a minimum CGPA of at least 2.0.<\/li>\n<li>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<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/body><\/html>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- shortcode-accordion -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-accordion shortcode-accordion--closed\" style=\"position: relative;\" >\n        <h4 class=\"shortcode-accordion__header\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"shortcode-accordion__trigger\" data-header=\"16. How long is the AFROTC program?_0\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-16-trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"shortcode-accordion-16-panel\">\n            16. How long is the AFROTC program?\n            <span class=\"shortcode-accordion__header__arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-accordion__body\" id=\"shortcode-accordion-16-panel\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"shortcode-accordion-16-trigger\" inert>\n        <html><body>\n<ul>\n<li>AFROTC is a 4-year program.<\/li>\n<li>Certain degree plans of study may require a 5<sup>th<\/sup>\u00a0year of study to meet all AFROTC program and university degree requirements.<\/li>\n<li>Some students may qualify for a 3-year or 3.5-year program. 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