In many cases, civilian programs require you to be 60 years of age or older before you can begin drawing your own money from your pension plan. Through these testing programs, you may be able to earn college-level credit. This will allow you to take more advanced courses which may be more rewarding to you than taking courses covering information that you already know. If becoming an officer is your goal, the Air Force can help. In addition to Officer Training School, commissions are possible through the Airman Education and Commissioning Program, the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps Airman Scholarship and Commissioning Program, Leaders Encouraging Airman Development, Scholarships for Outstanding Airman to ROTC, the One Year College Program, the United States Air Force Academy and Operation Bootstrap.
Requirements vary based upon each program.
More than 800 American colleges and universities provide degree programs for enlisted personnel on or near Air Force bases all over the world. Courses are offered in the evening and during the day to accommodate work schedules. The two-year Associate in Applied Science degree you earn through CCAF is nationally accredited and recognized by colleges, universities and industry. The Air Force affords you the opportunity to earn your degree by combining credits earned through technical training, professional military education and experience coupled with civilian college courses. Fees are based on annual family income.