US Air Force ROTC Detachment 450

What is Air Force ROTC?

The Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) at Montana State University is an educational program designed to give YOU the opportunity to become an Air Force officer while completing your degree. Air Force ROTC prepares you to assume positions of increasing responsibility and importance in today's Air Force. In addition to this, you develop leadership, time management, and organizational skills which are vital to success in college, the Air Force, and beyond. For more information about Det 450 click here.

How Long is the Program?

AFROTC offers two routes to an Air Force commission: the Air Force ROTC Four-Year Program and certain in college scholarship programs. The Four-Year Program allows you to "try out" Air Force ROTC during your freshman and sophomore years with NO obligation unless you are on an Air Force ROTC scholarship. For those already in school who would like to become an Air Force officer, some programs are available to students with at least two years remaining in their academic major (undergraduate or graduate).

Can I Receive a Scholarship?

Yes! Air Force ROTC scholarships for 4, 3, or 2 year(s) are available in a number of fields. Scholarships pay for tuition, books, and most university fees, as well as provide a $250 - 400 monthly nontaxable allowance during the academic year.

Do I Have to be on a Scholarship to be in AFROTC?

No! You can be a member of AFROTC, fulfill all commissioning requirements, and become an officer in the United States Air Force even if you are not on scholarship. Many cadets pursue this option.

What Are My Commitments?

As a cadet, you will spend one hour (first two years) or three hours (second two years) a week in a classroom setting. You'll learn about the Air Force, historical development of air power, leadership skills, and national defense policy. Two hours a week are also spent in Leadership Laboratory developing your ability to perform as an Air Force officer. Cadets are required to attend a summer Field Training camp, usually during the summer between the sophomore and junior year. At camp you will receive career orientation, aircraft orientation, survival training, weapons orientation, and physical training. You will also become familiar with the organization and functions of the Department of Defense (DOD) and an Air Force base. After graduating, all commissioned AFROTC cadets have at least a four year active duty commitment. Additional active duty commitments may be required, depending on your job in the Air Force.

Am I Guaranteed a Job?

Yes! Upon obtaining a degree and completing Air Force ROTC requirements, you are guaranteed a job in today's Air Force. You will enjoy the full benefits of being an officer. As an officer in the Air Force, you will fill leadership and management positions in a dynamic, worldwide organization dedicated to excellence.

What Career Fields Are Available?

Air Force assignments demand hard work and responsibility, yet offer many personal and professional rewards and benefits. Some of the over 200 career fields available are:

  • Pilot / Navigator
  • Acquisitions
  • Engineering / Science
  • Intelligence
  • Logistics
  • Air Battle Manager
  • Medicine / Nursing
  • Personnel
  • Information Management
  • Security Forces
  • Space Operations
  • Transportation

Who is Eligible for AFROTC?

Air Force ROTC cadets must meet the following requirements:

  • Be a full-time student
  • Be a United States citizen
  • Have at least two academic years remaining
  • Be at least 17 years old
  • Successfully pass the Air Force Officer Qualifying Test (AFOQT)
  • Be physically qualified
  • Be of high moral character and academic standing

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