The Online Electronic Catalog (OEC) is the university's official compilation for all curriculum. The OEC serves as the basis for major, minor, specialization, certificate, and program requirements for the academic year. For current policy and curriculum requirements refer to the CWU online catalog at https://catalog.acalog.cwu.edu/. You may choose the catalog that is appropriate for your program requirements, based on the quarter that you were accepted into your program. Some students may be using more than one catalog to meet general education and major requirements.

A student should expect to meet the specific requirements of the departments listed in the OEC that is current at the time he or she is accepted by the department into the major or minor program. Graduate students admitted to the master's degree program may use the catalog they are admitted under or the current one. A student should expect to complete general education requirements as listed in the OEC current at the time of first enrollment at either Central or a community college in the state of Washington (provided he or she transfers directly to CWU from the community college) and has not attended another four-year institution.

Department Information

The United States Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC), represented at CWU by Detachment 895, develops leaders in preparation to be commissioned as second lieutenants in the U.S. Air or Space Forces. Upon completing a baccalaureate/master's degree and all officer qualifications, graduates are commissioned and enter active duty. The program is designed to work with your other academic courses and is taught by active duty officer/professors. The Air and Space Forces are seeking qualified candidates from under-represented groups including women, African Americans, Hispanics, Asian/Pacific Islanders, and Native American/Alaskan Natives.

The Aerospace Studies program is a three or four year program designed to educate students about aerospace studies, with a leadership lab to provide a unique opportunity to practice leadership skills. The Aerospace Studies courses cover an introduction to the Air Force, history, leadership, and regional studies/preparation for active duty. Between sophomore and junior year, students attend a two-week field-training encampment, where they are introduced to an intensive training environment designed to teach critical teamwork, leadership, and fellowship skills. Each year there is also an opportunity to visit an Air Force base to see the environment and meet members of the Air Force. All textbooks, materials, and uniforms are provided.

Admission Requirements

Students from any academic major degree program with a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA are eligible. Enrollment in the freshman and sophomore classes creates no obligation to the Air Force. A contractual agreement is required for all students on an Air Force scholarship and after their sophomore year to continue in the ROTC program. Students are eligible to compete for an enrollment allocation into the Professional Officer Course (POC) only after successfully passing a medical examination, physical fitness test and having an excellent SAT, ACT or AFOQT (Air Force Officer Qualifying Test) score.

Transfer Students

Students transferring from other institutions who are interested in pursuing a commission in the Air or Space Force should contact the Recruiting Officer prior to their fall quarter, if possible.

Scholarships

Air Force ROTC has two different types of scholarships available to students: High School & In-College. ROTC Scholarships can also be converted to a $10K housing allowance if a student chooses.

High School

Air Force High School Scholarships are a great way for students to earn their commission as an Officer in the Air Force while completing schooling. Scholarships are Type 1 and pay full tuition fees at any public or private institution with an Air Force ROTC detachment. Students on scholarship also earn additional benefits such as monthly stipends and an annual book stipend. High School Scholarships are very competitive and based on a number of different metrics. The application takes into account a student’s GPA, SAT/ACT test score, physical fitness, and interview results. Students can apply during the Fall quarter of their Senior year. The better the scores the more likely they are to receive a Scholarship.

Requirements:

1. SAT composite of 1240 or ACT composite of 26. Super scores are not accepted. Applicants unable to secure a test prior to the application deadline should contact their scholarship technician.
2. Cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.0 or higher.
3. Complete the Physical Fitness Assessment, which consists of three events: push-ups, crunches and a 1.5-mile run. (see attached for scoring criteria, he will be the charts on pg 1 & 2)
4. If offered a scholarship, you must pass the Physical Fitness Test before the end of your first semester of college.

Highly Competitive numbers :

• 3.5 or higher GPA
• 1350 or higher on the SAT, 29 or higher on the ACT
• Physical Fitness score of 95 or higher
• Interview is based on leadership experience and opportunities (Sports captains, club leaders, etc.)

 A scholarship will cover tuition, fees, and books. Those who have never been a full-time college student may apply for a four-year AFROTC scholarship at www.afrotc.com by December 31 (the year prior to attending college).

In-College

High performing college freshmen who have completed the AFOQT, perform exceptionally well physically and academicaly, and show great leadership ability may be awarded a three-year In-College Scholarship. The scholarship covers up to $18K dollars in tuition and fees. Students awarded an In-College Scholarship are given the same monthly stipend and book stipend as High School scholarship winners. 

All cadets who make it to their junior year will be awarded the Charles McGhee Leadership Award (CMLA) which will pay up to $18K towards tuition a year with the same monthly stipend and book allowance as the other two scholarship types above. Additionally, all contracted cadets in good standing receive a monthly stipend, separate from any scholarships.

Special Training Opportunities

There are a variety of optional summer programs available to enhance a student's knowledge of the Air Force. Opportunities such as base visits, flying, parachuting, Air Force Office of Special Investigations, engineering, space orientation, as well as trips to other countries to enhance cultural awareness or language immersion. All travel and meals are provided.

Aerospace Studies Course Offerings

The following Aerospace Studies Course Offerings are available quarterly in AFRO sequences throughout the academic year.  For further details, please reference Aerospace Studies - Anticipated 2019-2023 Quarterly Undergraduate General Course Offerings spreadsheet.  Please annotate Aerospace Studies does not offer a Major degree; only an Aerospace Studies Minor consisting of 18 total credits.

Program Course Offerings

• AFRO 101 – Heritage and Values 1  Credits: (1)
• AFRO 101LAB – GMC Leadership Laboratory   Credits: (2)
• AFRO 102 - Heritage and Values 2   Credits: (1)
• AFRO 102LAB - GMC Leadership Laboratory   Credits: (2)
• AFRO 103 - Heritage and Values 3  Credits: (1)
• AFRO 103LAB - GMC Leadership Laboratory   Credits: (2)
• AFRO 201 - Team and Leadership Fundamentals 1  Credits: (1)
• AFRO 201LAB - GMC Leadership Laboratory   Credits: (2)
• AFRO 202 - Team and Leadership Fundamentals 2   Credits: (1)
• AFRO 202LAB - GMC Leadership Laboratory   Credits: (2)
• AFRO 203 – Team and Leadership Fundamentals 3   Credits: (1)
• AFRO 203LAB - GMC Leadership Laboratory   Credits: (2)
• AFRO 296 - Individual Study   Credits: (1-3)
• AFRO 298 - Special Topics   Credits: (1-6)
• AFRO 301 - Leading People and Effective Communication 1   Credits: (3)
• AFRO 301LAB - POC Leadership Laboratory   Credits: (2)
• AFRO 302 - Leading People and Effective Communication 2   Credits: (3)
• AFRO 302LAB - POC Leadership Laboratory   Credits: (2)
• AFRO 303 - Leading People and Effective Communication 3   Credits: (3)
• AFRO 303LAB - POC Leadership Laboratory   Credits: (2)
• AFRO 350 - Summer Field Training   Credits: (3)
• AFRO 401 - National Security/Commissioning Preparation 1   Credits: (3)
• AFRO 401LAB - POC Leadership Laboratory   Credits: (2)
• AFRO 402 - National Security/Commissioning Preparation 2   Credits: (3)
• AFRO 402LAB - POC Leadership Laboratory   Credits: (2)
• AFRO 403 - National Security/Commissioning Preparation 3   Credits: (3)
• AFRO 403LAB - POC Leadership Laboratory   Credits: (2)
• AFRO 496 - Individual Study   Credits: (1-3)
• AFRO 498 - Special Topics   Credits: (1-6)

Aerospace Studies Minor

AFROTC courses are accredited and may be taken as an academic minor or as free electives.  The Aerospace Studies Minor is awarded upon successful completion of the required courses.  For further details, please reference Aerospace Studies Minor - Anticipated 2019-2023 Quarterly Undergraduate Course Offerings spreadsheet.

Required Courses

• AFRO 301 - Leading People and Effective Communication 1   Credits: (3)
• AFRO 302 - Leading People and Effective Communication 2   Credits: (3)
• AFRO 303 - Leading People and Effective Communication 3   Credits: (3)
• AFRO 401 - National Security/Commissioning Preparation 1   Credits: (3)
• AFRO 402 - National Security/Commissioning Preparation 2   Credits: (3)
• AFRO 403 - National Security/Commissioning Preparation 3   Credits: (3)

   Total Credits: 18

Current as of:  Tuesday, 01 November 2022