1327 University Avenue, Madison, WI 53715; 608/262-3440; www.wisc.edu/afrotc/
(Please note: Beginning October 2007, the mailing address will be 1433 Monroe Street, Madison, WI 53711.)
Professor Lt Col Eichorst; Assistant Professors Captain Surita, Captain Thompson
The Air Force ROTC (AFROTC) program is the primary path available to enter the U.S. Air Force as an officer. Students enroll in the AFROTC program while working toward the bachelor's degree in any major they choose. They attend an aerospace studies class each semester, a hands-on leadership laboratory, and weekly physical fitness sessions, while learning about how the Air Force works and deciding which job fields match their interests. Upon graduating, they enter active duty service as second lieutenants, in leadership and management roles in the Air Force.
Most career fields have an active-duty commitment of four years after college. If students choose to separate from the Air Force at that time, they can pursue other careers with experience and the distinction of "military officer" on their resumes.
AFROTC is designed for students with two or more years remaining until graduation. To receive an officer's commission, AFROTC cadets must complete all necessary requirements for a degree as well as courses specified by the Air Force. Courses are often taken for academic credit as part of a student's electives. The amount of credit given toward a degree for AFROTC academic work is determined by the student's school or college, and major department.
Scholarships are available to qualified applicants. Scholarships may provide full tuition, laboratory and incidental fees, and reimbursement for textbooks. In addition, scholarship cadets receive a nontaxable allowance ranging from $250 to $400 per month, depending on academic/AFROTC year. Juniors and seniors automatically receive $350 and $400, respectively.
All AFROTC courses are open to all students regardless of membership in the program. Students are invited to take one of the program's courses to determine if AFROTC is right for them—with no obligation to join. For more information, please contact the unit admissions officer at 608/262-3440 or 608/265-4812, or send an e-mail to srkabat@wisc.edu.
All courses include leadership lab activities. The classroom session of each course is open to all university students; however, only Air Force cadets may participate in Leadership Lab.
101 The Foundations of the United States Air Force I. I; 1 cr (E). Introduces students to the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps. Featured topics include: mission and organization of the Air Force, officership and professionalism, military customs and courtesies, Air Force officer opportunities, and an introduction to communication skills. Leadership lab activities. Open to all students. P: Open to Fr.
102 The Foundations of the United States Air Force II. II; 1 cr (E). Continuation of 101. Leadership lab activities. Open to all students. P: Open to Fr.
201 The Evolution of U.S. Air and Space Power I. I; 1 cr (I). Examines air and space power through a historical perspective. Covers a time period from the first balloons to the space-age global positioning system. Further develops communication skills. Leadership lab activities. Open to all students. P: Open to Fr.
202 The Evolution of U.S. Air and Space Power II. II; 1 cr (I). Continuation of 201. Leadership lab activities. Open to all students. P: Open to Fr.
303 Leadership Studies I. I; 3 cr (I). Topics include leadership, management fundamentals, professional knowledge, personnel and evaluation systems. Includes leadership ethics and communication skills required of an Air Force junior officer. Case studies to exercise practical applications of the course content. Includes leadership lab activities.
304 Leadership Studies II. II; 3 cr (I). Continuation of 303. Includes leadership lab activities.
401 National Security Affairs. I; 3 cr (I). Examines national security, regional studies, advanced leadership ethics, and Air Force doctrine. Special topics include military as a profession, officership, military justice, civilian control, preparation for active duty, and current military issues. Final refinement of communication skills. Includes leadership lab activities.
402 Preparation for Active Duty. II; 3 cr (I). Continuation of 401. Includes leadership lab activities.