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Prep School Graduation

Successful completion of the Prep School’s 10-month curriculum often, but not always, results in an appointment to the Academy. The Prep School commander provides recommendations on who should receive an appointment to the Academy Board, the final appointment authority. Join us in celebrating our newest Prep School grads!

Summer Prep Week

Cadets are busy getting ready for their summer programs. This week they will be moving into new dorm rooms, buying uniform parts, or out processing. Our Academy seniors are getting ready for graduation!

Bluebards present All Shook Up

The United States Air Force Academy Bluebards presents All Shook Up. The show is inspired by and features the songs of Elvis Presley. This is the first time the cadet theater troupe will be staging a live musical since 2019. The performances are free and open to the public. No tickets or reservations are required. […]

Bluebards present All Shook Up

The United States Air Force Academy Bluebards presents All Shook Up. The show is inspired by and features the songs of Elvis Presley. This is the first time the cadet theater troupe will be staging a live musical since 2019. The performances are free and open to the public. No tickets or reservations are required. […]

Bluebards present All Shook Up

The United States Air Force Academy Bluebards presents All Shook Up. The show is inspired by and features the songs of Elvis Presley. This is the first time the cadet theater troupe will be staging a live musical since 2019. The performances are free and open to the public. No tickets or reservations are required. […]

’26 In-Processing Day

Four-degree (freshman) cadets will in-process on the last Thursday of June. In-Processing Day (I-Day) begins with these appointees lining up by squadron. Guests may watch as their appointees board buses, as this will be the final opportunity to see them before Parent’s Weekend. Appointees will be dropped off at the Cadet Area and begin immediately […]

’26 Swearing In Ceremony

After in-processing, appointees take the Oath of Office and become a Basic Cadet. The Commandant conducts a ceremonial class Swearing In ceremony, formally kicking off 6-weeks of Basic Cadet Training (BCT).

’26 Doolie Day Out

Doolie Day Out provides Basic Cadets with the opportunity to regroup and get ready for Jacks Valley and the final push to complete Basic Cadet Training.