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Academics
The Academy is no glorified boot camp. In fact, it’s one of the finest institutions of higher learning in the country, complete with world-class faculty, state-of-the-art facilities and an extensive curriculum.

Curriculum

The Academy offers a curriculum that prepares Cadets to become leaders and experts not only in the military, but wherever their future may take them.

Majors

From Aeronautical Engineering to Space Operations, the Academy offers 32 majors that prepare Cadets for a rewarding, professional career.

Faculty

The Academy’s distinguished professionals, leaders and officers make up a faculty that is truly world-class. And their job doesn’t end in the classroom. Our faculty members maintain close contact with Cadets in many Academy functions to serve as true mentors.

Facilities

The Air Force is one of the most high-tech companies in the world. And the Academy serves as our training and research grounds. Which means your son or daughter will have access to some of the most advanced and exclusive facilities in the world.

Grading

Cadets are graded not just on their coursework, but on physical ability and military competency.

Exchange Programs

The Academy offers foreign exchange programs across the globe, offering Cadets the opportunity to learn from the cultures of such places as Brazil, Egypt, England, Spain and more.

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