Academic Standards

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Academic Requirements

To be in Air Force ROTC, it takes a dedicated student with good grades, a natural aptitude for science and math and a strong will to not only survive, but thrive. Those who have what it takes are rewarded with a free education and a career as a leader in the Air Force.

Professional Officer Course (POC)

  • Must be enrolled as a full-time student at a college or university that offers Air Force ROTC classes or has a crosstown agreement.

During the Professional Officer Coursearrow-glossaryProfessional Officer CoursePOC - ROTC course for juniors and seniors. (POCarrow-glossaryPOCProfessional Officer Course - ROTC course for juniors and seniors. ) course:

  • For cadets in the POC not on scholarship – 2.5 on 4.0 scale.
  • Receive no grade lower than a C- in any Aerospace Studies course.
  • Pass all Leadership Labs.