THE
UNITED STATES
AIR FORCE ACADEMY
Lt Col Kurt Spranger
Liaison Officer Director
C2C Garett. Fly, Junior USAFA
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USAFA MISSION
To educate, train, and
inspire men and women
to become officers of
character motivated to
lead the United States
Air Force in service to
our nation.
Foundation of USAFA
•Military Education
Military training and
leadership opportunities
•Academics
Fully accredited
•Athletics
Intercollegiate, intramural,
PE classes and testing
•Character
Ethics and spiritual
programs
Military Training
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Six weeks military indoctrination Basic Cadet Training (BCT)
Military training continues through
out academic year
Leadership roles as juniors and
seniors
Summer Programs
• Airmanship
Programs
• Leadership Experience
• Summer academics
• Cultural experiences
• Enrichment programs
• 2-3 weeks of leave
Biology
chemistry
computer science
mathematics
physics
aeronautical
engineering
astronautical
engineering
civil engineering
electrical engineering
engineering mechanics
behavioral sciences
economics
law
management
political science
English
foreign languages
history
philosophy
Academics
• Core Curriculum is 93-102 hours
• 32 different majors offered
• Mix of military and civilian instructors
• Average class size is 18 students
• Continually recognized as “America’s Best”
Athletics
Military members are Fit for Life
• Physical Education every semester
• Fitness Tests given regularly
• Intercollegiate teams (Div I – III)
• Club Teams
• Intramurals
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Character and Leadership Development
Character and Ethics
• Honor Code: We will not lie, steal, or
cheat, nor tolerate among us anyone who
does
• Human Relations
• Religious Programs
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A Day in the Life of a Cadet
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Put in Utube video
A Day in the Life of a Cadet
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Get picture of Garrett
Admission Standards
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Be of a strong Moral Character
Excellent Academic performance
Standardized tests (SAT or ACT)
Leadership and community activities
Physical aptitude
Medical qualifications
Congressional Nomination
Nominations
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CONGRESSIONAL
• Apply to both US senators and congress rep.
VICE PRESIDENT
• Send form letter into Vice-President’s office
MILITARY AFFILIATED/PRESIDENTIAL
• See admissions website for details
Applications due
by 14 Oct 2011
http://castor.house.gov
under Constituent Services
http://rubio.senate.gov/
public/index.cfm/acade
mynominationsApplication
s due by:
6 Sep 2011
Applications due
by 20 Sep 2011
http://billnelson.senate.gov/services/nominations.cfm
ADMISSIONS CALENDAR
Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul
Junior
Senior
Request Nom
Class Filled
Request and Return Application
Take ACT / SAT
Complete Admissions File
Take Medical Exam & CFA
Select Panels / 2d Rvw
Academy Board
Appointment Offers
Class
Enters
Summer Seminar
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All academies have summer programs
Offered between junior and senior year
One week, three sessions in June
Apply on line
Tuition is $350
Travel at cost of student
Financial assistance may be arranged
Other Summer Programs
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Falcon Sports Camps are for students between
ages 8 to 18 GoAirForceFalcons.com
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Engineering and Construction Camp is for high
school students - http://posts.same.org/camps
So What?...
why should I go to the US Air Force Academy?
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Serve my country as a military officer
Become a leader of character and integrity
Be challenged every day (prepares you for life)
Earn a BS degree from a prestigious college
Receive a $418,000 scholarship (no student loans)
Receive monthly stipend of $894 (no part time job)
Create friendships for life (common goals/career paths)
Become an athlete for life (healthy lifestyle)
Travel the US and the world
Questions?
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