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Come for the education. Stay for the experience. At the U.S. Air Force Academy, we become leaders, innovators, warriors and wingmen, ready to serve in the world’s greatest Air & Space Forces. Launch Virtual Tour
Tackling space missions for over six decades
International Space Station passes over the U.S. Air Force Academy Nov. 17, 2021. During its course over the Front Range,
From cadet to Guardian, a Space Force perspective
Guardian 1st Lt. Aaron Brooks poses in front of an Air Force Academy display at the Pentagon on June 1,
Taking a punch: Combatives teaches more than physical fighting skills
Cadets practice hand-to-hand combat techniques during Combatives II class at the U.S. Air Force Academy, September 15, 2022. U.S. Air Force Academy
Scoring on the soccer field before settling into service
Tristan Trager, Class of 2022, currently plays professional soccer for Atlanta United 2. (courtesy photo by Atlanta United) By Blaire
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MAJOR IN THE FUTURE
Your limit does not exist. With 32 majors, an 8:1 student to faculty ratio, and world-class facilities, here you can take your academic passions above and beyond.
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WIN THROUGH INNOVATION
With 24 Research Centers, 46 patents, and most recently, a Pandemic Math Team, our innovative culture has real-world impact. The Cadet Summer Research Program leverages private and government partnerships, taking cadets and faculty beyond campus and around the globe.
Research CentersPREPARE TODAY, LEAD TOMORROW
Here we believe in living honorably, lifting others up to be the best they can be, and elevating our own performance towards a common and noble purpose. Across all circumstances and challenges, we learn what it takes to become resilient leaders of character.
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