2011-2012
Compendium

SERVICE ACADEMY - AIR FORCE

    Director of Admissions (RRS)
    2304 Cadet Drive, Suite 2400
    USAF Academy, CO  80840-5025
    800-443-9266
    academyadmissions
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    A candidate must obtain a nomination in a category authorized by law
    before he or she can be considered for appointment.  Completed online
    applications must be received by the Academy prior to January 31 of the
    year of entry.  An applicant must also be between 17 and 23 years of
    age, a U.S. citizen, unmarried, qualified academically and medically,
    and in good physical condition.  For nominations, apply to your members
    in Congress or to the Vice-President of the U.S. directly.  Deadlines
    for nomination requests vary with the individual member of Congress;
    however, it is advisable to request a nomination as soon as possible
    after January 31 your junior year to enter the Academy upon graduation
    from high school.

    There are no tuition charges; the cost, including room, board, and
    medical and dental care, is borne entirely by the U.S. government.  In 
    addition, cadets receive a monthly salary to pay for supplies, cloth-
    ing, and personal expenses.  Careful management of the money covers 
    obligations, with only a small amount remaining for personal use.

    All cadets are on full scholarship at the Air Force Academy and must
    live in on-campus dormitories and wear uniforms.  Graduates of the 
    four-year service academy receive a Bachelor of Science degree,
    accept an appointment and serve as commissioned officers in the Air 
    Force for at least five years.