United States Air Force Academy
The United States Air Force Academy (USAFA) is one of the most prestigious and competitive military academies and higher education institutions in United States. In addition to required military training, the USAFA provides its students (cadets) a challenging and rigorous academic program. Through the program cadets will also learn the values of discipline and fortitude.
While the United States Air Force Academy provides a first-class undergraduate education designed to equip students with skills and knowledge to excel in business and society, its primary purpose it to serve as a training ground for future air force personnel.
All USAFA students are required to take core classes in arts, sciences and humanities. Following completion of core curriculum, student can then select a major area of study, such as Biology and Biomedical Sciences, Business Management and Administration, Social Sciences, Engineering, Information Sciences, Legal Studies, Military Technology and History. Upon completion of all major courses students will have earned a bachelor's degree.
Since USAFA is a military academy, all students receive intensive physical training and mental conditioning through intramural sports activies, physical education and other athletic pursuits.
Admission to the U.S. Air Force Academy is competitive. Only qualified applicants are accepted. In order to be admitted to the U.S. Air Force Academy, you must not only have an excellent academic record but be able to demonstrate high values, integrity, discipline, moral character and unwaivering commitment. Passing a physical examine and taking a fitness test are also prerequisites to attending the USAFA.
Similar to other colleges and universities, the U.S. Air Force Academy provides scholarships, grants and financial aid to pay for tuition and expenses for qualifying students.
General College Information
Admission Office
HQ USAF/RRS, 2304 Cadet Drive, Suite 2300
USAF Academy, CO 80840
(719) 333-2520
(800) 443-9266
Fax: (719) 333-3647
rr_webmail@usafa.edu
Contact: Chevalier Cleaves
Director of Admissions
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Main Address
2304 Cadet Drive
USAF Academy, CO 80840-5002
(719) 333-1110
www.usafa.edu
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Size
Total undergrads: 4,537
First-time degree-seeking freshmen: 1,286
Degree-seeking undergrads: 4,537
Setting
Suburban setting
Large city (250,000 - 499,999)
Residential campus
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Degrees offered:
 Bachelor's
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All Majors and Programs
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BA/BS
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MA/MS
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PhD
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AA/AS
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CERT
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Total of All Education Programs |
1009 |
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Biology and Biomedical Sciences |
73 |
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Biochemistry |
9 |
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Biology and Biological Sciences, General |
64 |
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Business, Administration, Marketing, Management, and Related Services |
114 |
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Business Administration and Management, General |
114 |
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Computing and Information Sciences |
5 |
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Computer Science |
5 |
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Engineering |
334 |
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Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical/space Engineering |
91 |
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Civil Engineering, General |
36 |
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Computer Engineering, General |
7 |
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Electrical and Electronics Engineering |
20 |
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Engineering Mechanics |
5 |
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Engineering Science |
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Engineering, General |
5 |
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Environmental/environmental Health Engineering |
9 |
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Mechanical Engineering |
31 |
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Operations Research |
25 |
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Systems Engineering |
105 |
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English Language, Composition and Literature/letters |
9 |
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English Language and Literature, General |
9 |
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History |
32 |
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American History (united States) |
1 |
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History, General |
14 |
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History, Other |
17 |
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Legal and Law Studies, General |
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Legal Professions and Studies, Other |
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Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities |
39 |
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General Studies |
32 |
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Humanities/humanistic Studies |
7 |
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Mathematics and Statistics |
16 |
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Mathematics, General |
16 |
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Military Technologies and Applied Sciences |
14 |
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Military Systems and Maintenance Technology, Other |
14 |
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Multi-/interdisciplinary Studies, General |
122 |
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Behavioral Sciences |
67 |
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Biological and Physical Sciences |
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International/global Studies |
55 |
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Physical Sciences |
27 |
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Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology, General |
7 |
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Chemistry, General |
2 |
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Materials Science |
3 |
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Physics, General |
15 |
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Social Sciences |
224 |
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Economics, General |
103 |
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Geography |
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Political Science and Government, General |
57 |
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Social Sciences, General |
64 |
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Above data represents first majors only.
(-) Indicates that a program is not offered at this level.
Admissions Information
Application Fee
College has an application fee: No
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Enrollment Rates
Percent applicants admitted: 18%
Percent of students who return for sophomore year: 93%
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Undergraduate Majors
Biological & Biomedical Sciences
 Biology B
Business, Management, & Marketing
Management Science B
Computer & Information Sciences
Computer Science B
Engineering
Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering B
Civil Engineering B
Computer Engineering - General B
Electrical/Communications Engineering B
Engineering - General B
Engineering Mechanics B
Environmental Engineering B
Mechanical Engineering B
Operations Research B
Space operations B
System engineering management B
Systems Engineering B
English Language & Literature
English Language & Literature - General B
History
History - General B
Law & Legal Studies
Law & Legal Studies - General B
Liberal Arts & Sciences
Humanities B
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
Behavioral Sciences B
Foreign area studies B
Mathematics/Computer Science B
Physical Sciences
Atmospheric Sciences B
Chemistry B
Physics B
Social Sciences
Economics B
Geography B
Political Science/Government B
Social Sciences - General B
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Degree levels for each major are designated by the following letters:
A = Associate degree
B = Bachelor's degree
C = Certificate or diploma
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*We do not guarantee the accuracy of information on this page. All information is subject to change. You should confirm all information with a college admissions officer.
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