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Air Force ROTC Detachment 520

Air Force ROTC is more than just a class. It is an opportunity to learn and practice leadership light years ahead of your peers. It is an opportunity to discover what the Air Force has to offer and set yourself on a path to become an officer.

Who is eligible?

  • Enrolled at Cornell University or one of our cross-town university partners
  • United States citizen (or applicant)
  • In good physical condition
  • Of good moral character

The World's Best Leadership Class

What opportunities are out there for you?

The Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) is one of three ways to become a commissioned officer. ROTC produces the largest number of commissioned officers for the United States Air Force.

Air Force ROTC Detachment 520 is a college program located at Cornell University and offers opportunities and scholarships to Cornell University, Cayuga County Community College, Broome Community College, Binghamton University, SUNY Cortland, Elmira College, Ithaca College, Wells College, and Tompkins-Cortland Community College students.

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