Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps
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Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) is an educational program administered by the Jeanne M. Holm Center for Officer Accessions and Citizen Development within the Air University, located at Maxwell Air Force Base, Montgomery, Alabama. AFROTC is designed for college students interested in becoming Air Force officers, offering a blend of military training and leadership development alongside academic studies.
Mission
The mission of AFROTC is to produce leaders for the Air Force by providing college students with a comprehensive education in military science, leadership, and Air Force culture. This program prepares cadets both academically and militarily to serve as effective and ethical leaders in the Air Force.[1]
Parent organization
AFROTC operates under the Jeanne M. Holm Center for Officer Accessions and Citizen Development, which is part of the Air University. Air University oversees professional military education for the Air Force.[2]
Legislation
AFROTC was not established by specific legislation but has been part of the U.S. military's officer commissioning programs, shaped by Air Force policies on officer education and recruitment.
Partners
- Universities and colleges across the U.S. hosting AFROTC detachments
- Air Force units for providing practical military experience
- Other ROTC branches for joint training and leadership development
Number of employees
The exact number of employees, including instructors, administrative staff, and support personnel, is not publicly specified but varies across the numerous detachments.
Organization structure
AFROTC is structured to integrate with university life:
Leader
The head of AFROTC is the Commander of the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps.
Divisions
- Detachments at various educational institutions
- Regional commands for oversight and coordination
- Headquarters staff for policy and program management
List of programs
- General Military Course (GMC) for freshmen and sophomores
- Professional Officer Course (POC) for juniors and seniors
- Field Training for leadership and operational experience[3]
Last total enacted budget
Specific budget details for AFROTC are not publicly disclosed, as they are part of the broader budget for the Holm Center and Air University.
Staff
Staff includes active duty Air Force officers serving as instructors and mentors, alongside civilian administrative support at each detachment.
Funding
Funding for AFROTC comes from the Department of the Air Force through allocations to Air University for officer accession programs.
Services provided
AFROTC provides a comprehensive program that includes military science classes, physical conditioning, leadership labs, and summer field training. This training prepares students for the challenges of Air Force leadership while they pursue their degrees, offering scholarships and career opportunities upon commissioning.[4]
Headquarters address
55 LeMay Plaza South, Maxwell Air Force Base, Montgomery, AL 36112
History
Established in 1925, AFROTC has been a primary source of commissioned officers for the Air Force, evolving from the Army Air Corps' ROTC programs. Over the decades, it has expanded to include programs at numerous colleges and universities, adapting to changes in both education and military needs to develop the next generation of Air Force leaders.
External links
- Official Website
- wikipedia:Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps
- Air University's Official Website
References
- ↑ Air University (2025). "Mission". Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps.
- ↑ Air University (2025). "About Us". Air University.
- ↑ Air University (2025). "Programs". Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps.
- ↑ Air University (2025). "Education". Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps.