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What is AFROTC?

Path to becoming an officer

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AFROTC Timeline

On a typical 4-year plan, students take 3 credits of AFROTC Courses during their Freshman/Sophomore years, then 5 credits their Junior/Senior years.

FreshmanSophomore JuniorSenior

  • AFAS 1410 / 1030
  • Leadership Laboratory
  • Attempt Air Force Officer Qualifying Test (AFOQT)
  • Physical Training
  • Submit Medical Record to DoDMERB

  • AFAS 2510 / 2030
  • Leadership Laboratory
  • Physical Training
  • Pass Air Force Officer Qualifying Test (AFOQT)
  • Compete for an Allocation to Field Training
Field Training: 2-3 weeks at Maxwell Air Force Base located in Montgomery, Alabama

  • Field Training
  • AFAS 3410 / 3030
  • Leadership Laboratory
  • Physical Training
  • Begin Job Selection
  • Rated Applicants Take the Test of Basic Aviation Skills (TBAS)

  • Field Training
  • AFAS 4410 / 4030
  • Active Duty Preparation
  • Leadership Laboratory
  • Physical Training
  • Career Field Selection Results
  • Graduation and Commission
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Scholarships

For specific information on scholarships, visit the official scholarships page on the Air Force ROTC website at https://www.afrotc.com/scholarships

* HSSP and ICSP recipients may be eligible to have a 5th year funded for Secretary of the Air Force (SAF) Approved 5-year Majors.
* All scholarships may be converted to a $10,000/year “housing allowance” for University billed housing.

Frequently asked questions

During your first two years you will be required to participate in an average of 5-7 hours per week towards AFROTC. This consists of the following weekly routine: A 90-Minute Leadership Laboratory, three Physical Training sessions, and a 1-hour Air Force studies class.

Physical Training is mandatory 3 days per week, Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday. We work out from 0600-0730. We workout either outside or inside, depending on weather.

Our uniform days are on Leadership Laboratory days, which are Tuesdays. We will also wear our Physical Training Uniforms for our three Physical Training sessions per week.

No! In fact, the majority of freshmen do not have scholarships before entering the program.

There is no set deadline, however, generally you are required to have at least 3 years remaining as a full time college student to complete the program. Contact the recruiting officer for more information.

Yes. Before the school year begins, prospective cadets can sign up for the Freshman Orientation Training Exercise (FORTE). FORTE involves learning more about the detachment directly from the Cadets, some ice-breaker social activities, and even some introduction to basic Drill and Ceremonies. It’s a great way to meet new people, get to know current detachment Cadets, get to know campus, and get a taste of AFROTC with commitment in a fun, relaxed environment.