Why AFROTC at Det 470?

Lead With Purpose, Build Your Future

College is about more than classes and credits—it’s about who you become. AFROTC gives you the chance to do something bigger than yourself: develop as a leader, join a community of motivated peers, and unlock opportunities you won’t find anywhere else. From scholarships and hands-on training to once-in-a-lifetime experiences like Freefall or Soaring, AFROTC prepares you for success in college and beyond.

Short-Term Benefits (While in College)

Scholarships & Financial Support – Up to $18K/year in tuition plus monthly stipends for eligible cadets.
Leadership Development – Practical, hands-on training that builds confidence and influence.
Fitness & Discipline – Structured workouts and challenges that strengthen your mind and body.
Community & Friendship – Join a close-knit group of peers driven by shared goals of service and excellence.
Unique Experiences –Field Training, leadership labs, and exposure to Air Force missions not only at UNO and Offutt AFB, but also across the country. Opportunities include training at the United States Air Force Academy for their Freefall Academy, flying a glider in the Soaring Program or participating in other once-in-a-lifetime Air Force immersion programs.

Long-Term Impact (After College)

Career as an Officer – Commission as a 2nd Lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force or Space Force, leading Airmen and Guardians around the world.
Resume Power – Employers know AFROTC graduates bring proven leadership, discipline, and teamwork.
Networking for Life – A professional community that extends far beyond your college years.
Service & Purpose – The chance to make a difference for your community and your country.

As a college student, you have the chance to shape your college experience in ways most students never will. AFROTC gives you leadership training, scholarships, and opportunities that set you apart while preparing you for success in life after graduation.

In AFROTC, you don’t just earn a degree—you grow into the leader you were meant to be.

It’s time to do something bigger than yourself. Join Air Force ROTC for a college experience unlike any other.

Ready for a college experience unlike any other?

The largest and oldest source of officers for the Air Force? AFROTC, an elective college course that supports students who wish to become officers in the Air Force after graduation. The organization’s mission is to produce leaders for the Air Force and to build better citizens for America. AFROTC’s Detachment 470, hosted at the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO), is one of the oldest detachments in the United States.