Life At A DifferentAltitude
The U.S. 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. Launch Virtual Tour
Energy Action Month: Top 8 ways to save energy
Compiled by Janine Dreger, Oct 21. 2019 U.S. Air Force Academy, Colo. -- Throughout October we’ve published quite a few
The Weekly Lead
Staff report, Oct. 18, 2019 U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. -- Complex Problems, Tough Questions The Air Force Academy hosted
Cadets, experts discuss DoD’s role in modern conflict at Academy Assembly
Retired Marine Gen. John Allen (left), Col. Kris Bauman (middle), an assistant political science professor at the U.S. Air Force
Academy hails new dean with assumption of command ceremony
(U.S. Air Force photo/Joshua Armstrong) Story by Ray Bowden, Oct. 18, 2019 U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. -- The Air Force
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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