Welcome to the birthplace of leaders. The home of the elite and a source of knowledge, character and inspiration for thousands. Welcome to the United States Air Force Academy.

Since opening its doors in 1954, the goal of this four-year institution is to produce officers who have leadership, pride in all they do and, above all else, a commitment to their careers in the Air Force.

Designed for the future, the campus boasts state-of-the-art facilities, including laboratories, observatories and a library containing over 700,000 volumes. Other landmarks include the cadet chapel with its seventeen spires that soar 150 feet toward the Colorado sky. Spanning 18,000 spectacular acres nestled against the Rocky Mountains, the Academy draws thousands of visitors from around the world each year – and as you witness the beauty and the pride that have inspired so many, it’s easy to see why.