Step 2: contact the detachment

Interested prospects should reach out to the detachment by filling out the inquiry form on the “Contact Us” page. An informational meeting will be scheduled with cadre to determine the viability for participation in AFROTC. Once complete student will be provided process to move forward and information on NSO.

Step 3: Register for llab & as class (training)

Currently enrolled USC students may register themselves for the required AFROTC class(es). Refer to the USC Schedule of Classes to register for the correct courses.

Crosstown students will be provided documentation required to enroll and registration completed by AFROTC cadre.

If you are joining during the fall semester and have at least 4 years of college remaining, you must register for one Aerospace Studies class AND Leadership Laboratory (typically held from 0700-0900 on Fridays).

Please direct registration questions to afrotcde@usc.edu.

NOTE: Students with a High school scholarship program (HSSP) scholarship & completed DODMERB may skip to step 5.

STEP 4: afrotc application

All cadets must submit a completed AFROTC application. Applications are submitted online through the Holm Center webpage. You must download the Application Guide and follow the step-by-step instructions for creating an account and completing the application.

STEP 5: processing

If you are within 2 weeks of NSO, also follow up with an email to afrotcde@usc.edu to ensure you receive any updates.

You must bring/complete the following items and documents when you attend NSO or a separate scheduled appointment:

• Birth/Naturalization Certificate (Original)

• Social Security Card (Original)

• Proof of Jr. ROTC or Civil Air Patrol Experience (If applicable)

• High School/College Transcripts (Copy)

• SAT/ACT Scores (If applicable)

• Private Pilot License (If applicable)

• Selective Service Number (males 18 and above only (www.sss.gov))

• Completed Sports Physical (AFROTC Form 28)

• DD 214 (If Prior enlisted)

• Official Mail Memo (Upload to application website)

• Emergency Data card, DD FM 93 (Upload to application website)

• Mail Access Authorization Release (Upload to application website)

• Release of Student Records (Upload to application website)

• Drug Demand Reduction Release (Upload to application website)

• Privacy Act Statement- Healthcare Records, DD FM 2005 (Upload to application website)

STEP 6: new student orientation! (nso)

If you intend on starting AFROTC here at USC, you must attend New Student Orientation at the beginning of the semester. Click here for details.