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
The ‘Other Side of Fear’
By Staff Reports, Aug. 14, 2018 U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. — Staff Sgt. Charles Carter had to be the first passenger
STRATCOM’s top officer visits USAFA
By Laurie Wilson, Aug. 11, 2018 U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. — The commander of U.S. Strategic Command said Aug. 10
Air Force Academy changing to meet needs of the Air Force
(U.S. Air Force photo by Darcie Ibidapo) By Ray Bowden, Aug. 8, 2018 U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. -- The Air
Contestants needed for Alpha Warrior Games at USAFA
By Laurie Wilson U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. -- Look out American Ninja Warriors -- the Air Force’s Alpha Warrior Tour
QUICK FACTS
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