Aptitude tests and physical exams are given during the autumn semester of the freshman year for those who wish to compete for the Professional Officer Course or for a scholarship. The primary purpose of the Professional Officer Course is to provide education which will develop a knowledge of the Air Force, as well as skills and attitudes vital to the professional Air Force officer. The course consists of three hours of classroom instruction per week and two hours per week of leadership lab. Uniforms and textbooks are furnished. Field Training, or summer camp, is scheduled during the summer months, normally between sophomore and junior years.
Cadets attend field training at government expense and are paid for each day of camp attendance.
Meals and quarters are furnished. Air Force ROTC College Scholarships Four, three, and two year scholarships are awarded to qualified, selected cadets. All scholarships cover full tuition, fees and textbooks. Numerous majors are recognized as five year programs and eligible for extended scholarship benefits. All selections for four-year scholarships are made at the Air Force ROTC Headquarters while the student is a senior in high school.