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If you are thinking about joining AFROTC at Virginia Tech, this page will help you understand the relationship between Air Force ROTC and the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets, the University's Senior Military College. This page will also provide various links to help you learn about what your life as a first year cadet will look like. We hope you join us!

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WHAT IS AIR FORCE ROTC?

The Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) is a nationwide program, run by the United States Air Force, that is designed to educate and train qualified young men and women for service as commissioned officers in the United States Air Force and the newly created United States Space Force while earning a college degree.

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WHAT IS THE VIRGINIA TECH CORPS OF CADETS?

Air Force ROTC has a close relationship with the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets, Virginia Tech's military leadership development organization. The Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets is the continuation of Virginia Tech's proud tradition as a Senior Military College. 

To be in Air Force ROTC at Virginia Tech you must also be a member of the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets. 

For more information on the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets, including how to visit, please see the attached links.

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

A requirement to commission as an officer into the United States Air Force or the United States Space Force is to have obtained a bachelor's degree. With Virginia Tech offering over 150 different undergraduate majors, you are bound to find one that you will fall in love with. Explore academic opportunities that our univeristy offers below!

ESTABLISH A CAREER, NOT DEBT

Air Force ROTC offers numerous opportunities for scholarships designed to alleviate the financial burden of attending college. Find out more about ROTC and Corps of Cadets scholarships below.

CONTACT US

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Air Force ROTC Detachment 875
355 Old Turner Street, Blacksburg, VA 24060
Phone: (540) 231-6404
Fax: (540) 231-3331
DSN: 931-1110 Ext 231-6404
E-mail us at: usaf@vt.edu