USAF Enlisted to Officer Commissioning Programs
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The U.S. Air Force offers Airmen several ways to earn a commission
and join the Officer Corps. The following are descriptions of each
of the Air Force Enlisted to Officer Programs:
The Airman Education and Commissioning Program
(AECP)
The Airman Education and Commissioning Program offers active
duty enlisted personnel the opportunity to earn a commission while
completing their bachelor's degree. Student must attend AFROTC courses
and this will be their source of commissioning.
Those selected for AECP REMAIN ON ACTIVE DUTY are administratively
assigned to an Air Force ROTC detachment. Their job is to go to school
as a full-time college student.
In addition to full pay and benefits, AECP cadets are provided
with a tuition/fees scholarship of up to $15,000 per year and an
annual textbook allowance of $510. Students may not pay the
difference to attend higher cost schools.
AECP cadets may participate in the program for 1-3 years, depending
on their major, prior academic preparation, and age limitations.
During the program, they attend school year-round to include summer
terms (only exception - no classes during the summer the cadet will
attend field training). They will attend ROTC classes. AECP is not
an avenue for undergraduate flying training.
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The Airman Education and Commissioning Program: the opportunity
to earn a commission while completing your bachelor's degree.
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Eligibility and Application Requirements:
Complete the online AECP
application Form.
The U.S. Air Force Academy
The Academy awards appointments to young people from all walks of
life and all with one common thread – they are all exceptional in
their own right. Whether they come from high school, home school,
around the world or from within the enlisted ranks of the Air Force,
they have all proven their ability to measure up to the physical
demands and unparalleled standards the Academy has established.
The basic eligibility to enter the Academy, you must be:
- A citizen of the United States. Your citizenship must be finalized
prior to entering the Academy. You must submit proof of citizenship
if you were foreign born or naturalized. Authorized international
students are exempt from this requirement.
- Unmarried with no dependents.
- Of good moral character.
- At least 17, but less than 23 years of age by July 1 of the
year you would enter. The age requirement is public law and
cannot be waived.
- Meet high leadership, academic, physical and medical standards.
To Apply:
There’s more to applying to the U.S. Air Force Academy than just
filling out the application – lots more! Whether you’re from the
great U.S. or foreign shores, there are tests to take, doctors to
see, nominations to get and, most importantly, dates to meet.
Follow this link and be be sure to check out the application timeline
to find out what you need to do – and when. USAFA
Online Application
Officer
Training School (OTS)
Officer Training School is located at Maxwell AFB, AL, and provides
a 12-week basic officer training (BOT) course programmed to commission
1,000 officers annually. The 12 week program is designed for college
graduates interested in earning a commission in the USAF. BOT helps
prepare Officer Trainees for the leadership challenges they will
face in the US Air Force officer corps.
The basic eligibility requirements for the program are as follows:
Have a 4 Year Baccalaureate Degree
Be a U.S. Citizen
Be 18 to 34 years of age.
Be of Officer Caliber
Be of Good Moral Character & Integrity
Be in Good Health and Physical Condition
Be able to depart within 270 days.
Pass the AFOQT
To Apply:
If you are considering applying for OTS and are not active duty
you should contact your local Air Force OTS recruiter. If you are
considering OTS and are currently on active duty, contact the education
office or Military Personnel Flight (MPF) on your base. You can
get information about OTS and the application process via the Air
Force Recruiting Home page.
A personal interview with your unit commander is also required.
The interviewing officer reviews the special qualifications required
of an officer and evaluates potential in terms of motivation, goals,
leadership ability, communication skills, adaptability, and other
qualities.
The following items must be submitted with your application:
(1) Transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.
The degree awarded and date of graduation must be shown on the transcript.
If you are a senior within 270 days of graduation, you will be required
to provide a certificate authenticated by the school, showing expected
date of graduation, type of degree to be awarded, grade point average,
and major subject. Your recruiter can assist you in this matter.
(2) Documents verifying your date of birth and US citizenship.
(3) AFOQT scores.
(4) Physical examination results.
(5) All requested forms filled out completely.
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