Air force ROTC
DETACHMENT 365

Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Harvard College, Tufts University, and Wellesley College

The Doolittle Raiders

drone shot of cadets in front of MIT dome

Empowering prospective cadets with the discipline, academic excellence, and leadership values required to serve as officers in the United States Air Force or Space Force. Forging the next generation of leaders at Detachment 365.

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OUR MISSION

Build, teach, and lead to create humble, credible, and approachable future officers for the Air and Space Force.

WHY JOIN AFROTC

SCHOLARSHIPS

Air Force ROTC offers a variety of scholarships that provide tuition assistance, funds for books, and a stipend for qualified cadets.

DETAILS

LEADERSHIP

Hands-on officer training designed to build mental fortitude, strategic thinking, and team management skills.

CURRICULUM

CAREER PATHS

Direct commissioning into the U.S. Air Force or Space Force with guaranteed employment upon graduation.

OPPORTUNITIES

FITNESS

Regimental physical training programs that challenge your limits and ensure tactical mission readiness.

TRAINING

PURPOSE

Cultivate excellence through customs and courtesies, and a disciplined approach to academic and military life.

MISSION

COMMUNITY

Join a tight-knit detachment of like-minded individuals driven by a commitment to excellence and service.

COMMUNITY

HOW TO JOIN

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INITIAL SCREENING

Prospective cadets must be U.S. citizens, full-time students at an affiliated university, and demonstrate good moral character while maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.

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PHYSICAL FITNESS

Successful candidates must pass the Air Force Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA). This rigorous evaluation includes push-ups, sit-ups, and a timed 1.5-mile run to ensure tactical readiness.

03

ACADEMIC ENROLLMENT

Register for Aerospace Studies courses via your university registrar. Most students begin the program during their freshman (AS100) or sophomore (AS200) academic year.

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FIELD TRAINING

After completing the first two years of the program, cadets attend an intense 21-day field training assessment at Maxwell Air Force Base to evaluate leadership potential.

OUR PROGRAM

LEADERSHIP LAB

Weekly practical training where cadets apply command and control techniques in simulated field environments.

PHYSICAL TRAINING

Developing the physical discipline and strength required to lead in the United States Air Force and Space Force.

FIELD LEADERSHIP

Joint detachment exercises at Fort Devons Reserve Training Area where cadets formalize their readiness for Field Training.

COLOR GUARD

Represent the United States Air and Space Force at major campus events, athletic games, and community engagements.

FELLOWSHIP

Become a highly prestigious Doolittle Raider Fellow by being matched to one of 50 industry intership programs

COMMISSIONING

The culmination of years of discipline as cadets transition to Second Lieutenants in the United States Air or Space Force.

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