Ok, so i'm very interested in joining the Air Force. I'm currently involved in an Army JROTC program at my highschool. [i'm a sophomore] And plan to continue ROTC in college.
Does anyone know of colleges with a good AFROTC program?
Also what classes should i be taking in the next two years of highschool?
2007-09-28 10:12:05 · 10 answers · asked by Gina D 5 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
im also on the drill team after school and compete in competitions.
and i went to an Army base over the summer for a week for a summer camp.
2007-10-01 13:46:37 · update #1
Pretty much all of the math and science possible. If you are planning on getting an ROTC scholarship make sure you know the time frame to apply. It usualy opens around may of your Junior year. You need to be participating in community service as well as extra academic programs. The are usually looking for someone with 3.8 GPA or higher. If your not on scholarship, make sure you pick a technical degree while in college. The number of officers being accepted with non-tech degrees gets smaller every year. Check out the AFROTC website as well, it should have some good info for you.
2007-09-29 08:47:23 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't give your age (really need that to see if you have a shot) but I'm willing to bet this month's retirement check you are too old for the Academy. Max age is 27 1/2 (29 1/2 with an age waiver-you MIGHT qual for this with your Masters and ratings-but I doubt it; the AF's not hurting for folks right now.) ROTC is also out. This leaves Officer TRAINING School (not Officer Candidate School that's Navy and Army). Here's what they are looking at: - Technical Degree: Engineering Math CS-IT. Though your Masters might give you a pass. Last two years though, they only had ONE board in the fiscal year for non-technical majors. - Physical: 20/70 correctable 20/20. No depth perception, colorblindness or astigmatism issues. No history of cardio problems. No asthma since age 12; no periods of unconsciousness >5-7 minutes since age 14. No chronic sinusitis/hay fever. No hearing issues. No mental/emotional problems you've had treatment for/taken meds since age 14. And, no the AF won't care that you've passed an FAA Class I or II. AFA SUPT yes, everyone goes through the same training. Mainly because it's cheaper that way, but also you need to unlearn your "civilian" way of flying and pick up the AF's way. You will incur a 10yr commitment AFTER SUPT, which in itself runs 15mos or so. If you PM me with some more details, I can give you a better answer
2016-04-06 05:45:34 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are over 100 colleges offering AFROTC, and many more that have crosstown agreements with a host AFROTC program (http://www.afrotc.com/colleges/ ). Focus on preparing for college and taking classes to help you get accepted.
2007-09-28 10:18:00 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
all the Math and Hard Sciences you can get. Any AP and college Prep courses as well. Also get involved if you aren't already.. at least one Sport as well as other leadership roles aside from JROTC. Student Council, NHS, that sort of thing.
2007-09-28 11:02:44 · answer #4 · answered by Mrsjvb 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Air Force wants you to have 2 years of college (at least) under your belt before you enter. They are looking for computer and science geared students.
2007-09-28 10:38:04 · answer #5 · answered by anaise 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think your a very wise young person to be thinking of this at an early age. So many poeple dont even start thinking of that until our of HS and its too late to start taking some early classes! Good for you and God Bless you!
2007-09-28 11:45:26 · answer #6 · answered by ciji0630 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if your grades are good enough, then you can try to get in to the air force academy, or the merchant marine. the later one, upon graduation, you can choose the service of your choice.
2007-09-28 11:08:08 · answer #7 · answered by trouble 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Expect yelling, screamings and marching in the basic military training. Is hell, but Marine is worse. And fixing the bed is the most difficult thing. May I add I served in the military back in the seventies. I know what I am saying. Maybe it was to instill me "character". They did it, some find me "humourless" [I watch "Laurel and Hardy" for laugh] , and also made me cynical toward war and patriotism. "Truth really hurts", whoever said it.
2007-09-28 10:55:18 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
hunny let me tell you my experance see i had 4 years of j.r.o.t.c. i love the military and all they r doing for us but it taught me respect and honer as well as discipline .
but please make sure you wont to do this remember your life is all you got if you go to war you might lose it so think about it .
the navy was not for me but the air force might be for you please pray about it before you make your decision .good luck on your decision.
2007-09-28 20:52:00 · answer #9 · answered by darrell 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Maybee you shall reed bks.
2007-09-28 10:17:19 · answer #10 · answered by anurag 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋