Life At A DifferentAltitude
The United States Air Force Academy isn’t just a premier higher-education establishment. It's an unparalleled academic and military institution that provides young men and women with rewarding opportunities to transform into the leaders of tomorrow. It’s life at a different altitude. View A Day In The Life
‘Get out the vote’ for In the Stairwell on America’s Got Talent, Aug 15
By Maureen Welch/Aug. 15, 2017 Cadets can propel In the Stairwell to the semifinals on America’s Got Talent by voting
Lt Gen Jay Silveria takes command of Academy
By Ray Bowden/Aug. 11, 2017 The new superintendent of the Air Force Academy said preparing cadets for the mental and
1,181 complete basic training, join Cadet Wing
By Maureen Welch/Aug. 10, 2017 Its official: nearly 1,200 young men and women completed Basic Cadet Training at the Air Force
Maj Gen Silveria to take command, receive 3rd star Aug 11
U.S. Air Force Academy Public Affairs Maj. Gen. Jay Silveria will assume command of the Air Force Academy as the
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RIGOROUS, REWARDING ACADEMICS
As a cadet, you’ll have 30 relevant and rigorous academic programs to choose from. And to prepare you for success after the Academy, you’ll have the support of accomplished, award-winning instructors and access to 21st century technology, innovative laboratories and more.
Majors & MinorsCOMBAT THROUGH CYBERWARFARE
Our programs of study and research centers are constantly elevating to meet the demands of an increasingly global and technology-focused world. Just one example is our Academy Center for Cyberspace Research where cadets use a simulated computer network to practice attack, exploitation and defense techniques.
Research CentersDEVELOPING THE LEADERS OF TOMORROW
Cadets at the Academy live by a code of honor and integrity, reinforcing that code with their daily actions and with the goal of maintaining honor and integrity when placed under great stress. At this altitude, we don’t just graduate cadets—we inspire and train the leaders of tomorrow’s Air Force and the global community.
Leadership Development