Overview
The United States Air Force Academy is a military training institution in central Colorado and the youngest of five American service academies. USAFA confers bachelor’s degrees in 31 academic majors and all students are expected to complete a core curriculum of classes covering an array of subjects. Outside of the classroom, USAFA oversees military training and airmanship programs. For all cadets, the Air Force covers costs for tuition, room, and board and also provides a monthly stipend in exchange for a military service commitment after graduation.
Acceptance Rate:
16%
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.8
Average ACT Composite
31
Average SAT Composite
1368
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Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Aid & Grants
Student Loans
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
Admissions Requirements
SAT
Yes
ACT
Yes
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
No
Important Deadlines
Admitted Student Stats
33%
Submitting ACT
51%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 31
Average SAT Composite: 1368
Admissions Resources
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Bachelor's
Total Number of Students
4,085
Total Number of Undergrads
4,085
0
100
85%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
87%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
7:1
US National: 21:1Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
39
Faculty Overview
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Housing
0
100
100%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Falcons
School Colors
blue and silver
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Mountain West Conference
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are Sayingseriously, USAFA has one of the toughest academic schedules anywhere, so you get one of the best educations anywhere! its supposed to be the 7th best school in the nation.
Ismael from U S A F Academy, CO
This school is not for everyone, however it is definitely worth it. There is a lot of commitment when it comes to joining this academy; you lose more time with friends and family than a student at a normal college, and the academics are quite tough because they are more science based. Overall, a lot of memories are made at this school and although the everyday stresses can get you down sometimes, it is a full scholarship that offers you a full time job when you get out.
Andrea from Usaf Academy, CO
The Air Force Academy is a place that challenges you in all aspects of life. Everything you do here is important and has meaning. You will find who you are and what you represent after going through the four vigorous years here.
Isaac from U S A F Academy, CO
At USAFA, you will be given opportunities that no other college student will ever have, all the while defending the United States. However, you will be pushed far beyond your limits. Come only if you truly want to be here.
Logan from USAFA, CO
It's a challenge, but there is a reward for every challenge you face. It's not meant to be easy, it is meant to help you grow. Here, you discover that you can do so much more than you thought you could.
Kathryn from USAF Academy, CO
This school has an incredible academic program. U.S. News and World Report ranked the AFA's undergraduate business management a #1, the undergraduate engineering programs #5, and #3 in Public Liberal Arts College in the country.
Sam from Ladson, SC
You will most definitely learn a lot here! Being at one of the most rigorous colleges in the U.S., the minimum credits needed to graduate is 140; while for other colleges, it's only 120. However, this rigorous curriculum prepares the future AF officers in their profession, the future leaders of America.
Future USAFA Cadet
One of the most challenging and rewarding colleges in America. The competition is tough, but being surrounded by the best minds in the country will only increase your skill. It provides more opportunities than you could only imagine of having at other schools.
Sarah from USAFA, CO
High quality staff and facilities, as well as extracurricular opportunities. The staff are very willing to work with cadets to help them succeed, sometimes staying, or returning to work, at late hours. Emphasis on academics ensure ample time free of military duties to study every night.
Kojiro from Manchester, ME
Just by reading the catalog they offer in the visitor center, it is quite obvious that a student accepted here will learn more than ever before. For those interested in air and space, you will definitely get what you asked for in a prestigious school such as this. If you don't enjoy taking on a big course-load all throughout your college years, then this may not be the school for you. For those that love to learn, and are willing to take on the challenge, I say go for it!
Alisa from Grand Junction, CO
