Aerospace Studies

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Cadets at Detachment 045 have a more unique college experience than most other college students. Once a week, cadets attend ROTC classes taught by commissioned Air Force officers (Cadre members). In these classes, cadets are taught about Air Force history, customs and courtesies, and leadership skills. 

Develop your Leadership Potential

Outside the classroom, you’ll build leadership skills through cadet organizations and professional development while exploring Air Force career fields. Every week, cadets practice leadership, learn skills like marching and uniform wear, and build teamwork in a hands-on environment.

Push Yourself to New Limits

Physical Training (PT) is held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00–7:00 AM. Sessions focus on cardio and strength to prepare for the Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA), which cadets must pass to compete for Field Training and AFROTC scholarships.

Find Camaraderie

Many other opportunities exist for cadets to become involved in the detachment including Arnold Air Society, Precision Drill Unit, Special Warfare Club.

 

 

Become a Spartan Airman

Aside from San Jose State University, Detachment 045 serves multiple crosstown universities and colleges in the Bay Area.

Compete for Scholarship Opportunities

ROTC also offers a number of scholarships to qualified ROTC cadets. Twice a year, cadets may apply for a variety of scholarships that can pay up to full college tuition. In order to compete for a scholarship or to contract with the U.S Air Force, you must be a citizen. If you have any questions you can call at:
(408) 924-2960 or email afrotc@sjsu.edu.

About AFROTC

Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) is a 4 year program in which students learn how to become an Air Force Officer. During these 4 years, cadets work together to not only learn valuable leadership skills, but also how to work in a team, think critically, and speak in front of others. 

Classes

In the AFROTC program, cadets progress from level to another. Each time a cadet increases in level they acquire a different set of training and become more knowledgeable in the tasks they need to become an Air Force Officer.

Activities

Besides the required classes, LLAB, and PT, many other opportunities exist for cadets to become involved in other activities. Cadets may be involved in many programs from sports to clubs and internships.

Scholarships

If you are still in high school, consider applying to the High School Scholarship Program (HSSP).
Once a cadet in the AFROTC program, you may be eligible to compete in the In-College Scholarship Program (ICSP).

Join Us

Learn how you can join the program and what the requirements are.