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BY ORDER OF THE
SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE
AIR FORCE INSTRUCTION 36-2019
25 MAY 2018
Personnel
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
ACADEMY (USAFA) AND USAFA
PREPARATORY SCHOOL ADMISSIONS
AND APPOINTMENT PROCESS AND
PROGRAMS
COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY
ACCESSIBILITY: Publications and forms are available for downloading or ordering on the
e-publishing website at: www.e-publishing.af.mil.
RELEASABILITY: There are no releasability restrictions on this publication.
OPR: AF/A1PT
Supersedes: AFI36-2019, 16 May 1994;
AFI36-2017, 27 February 1995
AFI36-2021, 12 September 2006;
and AFI36-2249, 1 October 1999
Certified by: AF/A1
(Dr. Todd A. Fore)
Pages: 40
This instruction implements Department of Defense Instruction 1322.22, Service Academies, and
Air Force Policy Directive 36-20, Accession of Air Force Military Personnel and is used in
conjunction with Air Force Policy Directive 36-35, United States Air Force Academy. It
establishes procedures for the Admissions Liaison Officer (ALO) Program; provides instructions
to Air Force members to process nominations and appointments to the United States Air Force
Academy (USAFA); directs Air Force, Army, Navy, and Marine Corps enlisted personnel and
civilians on eligibility standards for the USAFA Preparatory School; and explains USAFA’s
procedures for selection, disenrollment, and reassignment from the Preparatory School. This
instruction applies to Regular Air Force, Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard personnel,
except where noted otherwise. In collaboration with the Chief of Air Force Reserve and the
Director of the Air National Guard, the Deputy Chief of Staff for Manpower, Personnel, and
Services develops personnel policy for military accession policy. This publication may be
supplemented at any level; all Major Command-level supplements must be approved by the
Human Resource Management Strategic Board prior to certification and approval in accordance
with Air Force Instruction 36-8101, Total Force Human Resource Management (HRM) Domain
Governance. All other supplements are routed to the Office of Primary Responsibility listed
above for coordination prior to certification and approval. Refer recommended changes and
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questions about this publication to the Office of Primary Responsibility using Air Force Form
847, Recommendation for Change of Publication; route Air Force Form 847’s from the field
through the appropriate functional chain of command. Ensure that all records created as a result
of processes prescribed in this publication are maintained in accordance with Air Force Manual
33-363, Management of Records, and disposed of in accordance with the Air Force Records
Disposition Schedule in the Air Force Records Information Management System. This
instruction requires collecting and maintaining information subject to the Privacy Act of 1974,
Title 5, United States Code, Section 552a. The authorities to collect and or maintain the records
prescribed in this publication are Title 10, United States Code, Section 8013 and Executive Order
9397. Forms affected by the Privacy Act have an appropriate Privacy Act statement. The
applicable Privacy Act System of Records Notices F033 AF B, Privacy Act Request File; F036
USAFA B, Master Cadet Personnel Record (Active/Historical); F036 USAFA J, Preparatory
School Records; and F036 USAFA K, Admissions Records are available online at
http://www.defenselink.mil/privacy/notices/usaf. The authorities to waive wing/unit level
requirements in this publication are identified with a Tier (“T-0, T-1, T-2, T-3”) number
following the compliance statement. See Air Force Instruction 33-360, Publications and Forms
Management, Table 1.1. for a description of the authorities associated with the Tier numbers.
Submit requests for waivers through the chain of command to the appropriate Tier waiver
approval authority, or alternately, to the publication Office of Primary Responsibility for non-
tiered compliance items. The use of the name or mark of any specific manufacturer, commercial
product, commodity, or service in this publication does not imply endorsement by the Air Force.
SUMMARY OF CHANGES
This document consolidates Air Force Instruction 36-2017, Admissions Liaison Officer Program,
Air Force Instruction 36-2019, Appointment to the United States Air Force Academy, Air Force
Instruction 36-2021, United States Air Force Academy Preparatory School, Air Force Instruction
36-2249, Evaluating USAF Academy (USAFA) Candidates and Air Force Reserve Officer
Training Corps (AFROTC) College Scholarship Applicants, and the Commander’s Support Staff
(CSS) Execution, Organization, and Responsibilities. Changes include corrects office symbols,
adds responsibilities for the Individual Reservist Readiness and Integration Organization,
clarifies that Air National Guard members are transferred to the Air Force Reserve to attend the
USAFA Preparatory School, and permits enlistment rank of E-1, E-2, or E-3 in accordance with
Air Force Instruction 36-2002. It supersedes the previous documents and must be reviewed in its
entirety.
CHAPTER 1— ADMISSIONS LIAISON OFFICER (ALO) PROGRAM 4
1.1. Overview. ................................................................................................................ 4
1.2. Roles and Responsibilities. ..................................................................................... 4
1.3. Assignment Eligibility. ........................................................................................... 10
1.4. Application Procedures. .......................................................................................... 11
1.5. Selection and Assignment Procedures. ................................................................... 13
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1.6. Administrative Support Requirements. ................................................................... 13
1.7. Training and Orientation Requirements. ................................................................. 14
1.8. Communications. .................................................................................................... 14
1.9. Retention Policy. ..................................................................................................... 15
CHAPTER 2— APPOINTMENT TO THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE ACADEMY 16
2.1. Responsibilities. ...................................................................................................... 16
2.2. Nominations and Appointments. ............................................................................ 17
2.3. Obligation of Appointees. ...................................................................................... 20
CHAPTER 3— UNITED STATES AIR FORCE ACADEMY PREPARATORY SCHOOL 21
3.1. Mission and Responsibilities. ................................................................................. 21
3.2. Reserve Enlistment Procedures............................................................................... 23
3.3. Reassignment of Cadet Candidates Who Graduate From the Preparatory School
with an Appointment to USAFA. ............................................................................ 23
3.4. Cadet Candidate Disenrollment. ............................................................................. 23
3.5. Cadet Records and Reassignment Forms. ............................................................... 24
Attachment 1— GLOSSARY OF REFERENCES AND SUPPORTING INFORMATION 25
Attachment 2— USAFA ALO ACTIVITIES 29
Attachment 3— ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR USAFA APPLICANTS 31
Attachment 4— USAFA NOMINATION CATEGORIES 33
Attachment 5— NOMINATION METHODS 36
Attachment 6— APPOINTMENT VACANCY SELECTION 37
Attachment 7— APPOINTEE OBLIGATIONS 38
Attachment 8— EVALUATING USAFA CANDIDATES AND AFROTC COLLEGE
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICANTS (formerly Air Force Instruction 36-2249) 39
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CHAPTER 1
ADMISSIONS LIAISON OFFICER (ALO) PROGRAM
1.1. Overview.
1.1.1. Admission Liaison Officers (ALOs) are United States Air Force Academy (USAFA)
representatives who help applicants throughout the admissions process. The ALO Program
prepares each ALO to identify, attract, mentor, and evaluate prospective applicants for
careers in the Air Force. ALOs are qualified to assist in all aspects of the application
process, to answer any questions an applicant might have, or to discuss what it means to be
an officer in the Air Force. They also provide counseling for the Air Force Reserve Officer
Training Corps (AFROTC) commissioning program.
1.1.2. The majority of ALOs are Air Force officers (either Regular, Reserve, Air National
Guard, or retired) who are knowledgeable about USAFA and the applications process. Some
ALOs participate as an additional duty to their normal Reserve or Air National Guard
position, while others serve as primary duty ALOs, while still other ALOs are retired
officers. Regular Air Force officers and civilians of military affiliation are also eligible.
ALOs do not have to be a graduate of USAFA to be eligible to become an ALO.
1.1.3. The primary job is serving as a link between students interested in applying to
USAFA or for an AFROTC scholarship. The majority of time is spent visiting the schools,
attending college fairs, talking with students and counselors, interviewing and providing
written reports on USAFA and AFROTC applicants, and attending various military-related
functions. ALOs discuss the benefits, requirements, and obligations of USAFA and
AFROTC commissioning programs. The ALO Program strives to provide the Air Force with
the best qualified and most highly motivated students available.
1.1.4. When performing ALO duties, ALOs work for the USAFA Admissions Office.
Primary duty ALOs are assigned directly to Individual Reservist Readiness and Integration
Organization Detachment 3 (RIO Det 3), but are responsible to the USAFA Admissions
Office. Additional duty ALOs remain assigned to their primary organizations, but perform
the same admissions-related duties as primary ALOs. Primary duty ALOs perform ALO
duty for points only as members of the Participating Individual Ready Reserve; additional
duty ALOs perform ALO duties as volunteers without compensation or reimbursement from
the government.
1.2. Roles and Responsibilities.
1.2.1. Chief, Liaison and Outreach Division (USAFA/RRA) Responsibilities:
1.2.1.1. Directs the worldwide network of ALO program activities to support candidate
recruiting programs for USAFA.
1.2.1.2. Provides mentoring, recruiting, and scholarship evaluation support to the
AFROTC program as set forth in the Memorandum of Agreement and Joint
Implementation Plan between USAFA, AFROTC, and Air Force Recruiting Service
(AFRS). (T-3)
1.2.1.3. Plans and implements the training program for all ALOs.
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1.2.1.4. Publishes handbooks, guides, training materials, and other directives necessary
to effectively manage and implement the ALO Program.
1.2.1.5. Coordinates and assists with developing media advertisement and recruiting
publications for USAFA and the ALO force. (T-3)
1.2.1.6. Coordinates all recruiting programs and initiatives conducted by the USAFA
Admissions Office for educator visits, appointee orientations, candidate briefings and
tours, Air Staff training, Summer Seminars, and Falcon Visitation Experience. (T-3)
1.2.1.7. Coordinates and monitors the USAFA cadet Grassroots Programs to support
ALO community recruiting and outreach initiatives. (T-3)
1.2.1.8. Provides administrative support for budgeting, contracts, travel orders, man-day
management, Awards and Decorations, the Officer Performance Reports, Letters of
Evaluations and Performance Recommendation Forms. (T-3)
1.2.1.9. Coordinates with AFRS, Recruiting Service Operations (AFRS/RSO) and
AFROTC Recruiting Division (AFROTC/DOR) on joint recruiting issues, plans, and
policies. (T-3)
1.2.2. USAFA Regional Directors (RDs) Responsibilities:
1.2.2.1. Assist USAFA/RRA implement the ALO Program.
1.2.2.2. Supervise ALO activities within an assigned geographic region.
1.2.2.3. Screen and review selection and hiring of new ALOs. Monitor performance and
conduct of all assigned personnel.
1.2.2.4. Train, evaluate, and manage each assigned Liaison Officer Director (LOD).
Develop, manage, and conduct initial and recurring ALO training programs at USAFA.
1.2.2.5. Review and coordinate on all Officer Performance Reports, Promotion
Recommendation Forms and Letters of Evaluations for assigned personnel.
1.2.2.6. Conduct marketing and production analysis of the assigned region.
1.2.2.7. Monitor the administration and quality of candidate applications and evaluations.
1.2.2.8. Monitor the ALO supply system to ensure ALOs receive supplies, media
products and administrative support necessary to perform duties.
1.2.2.9. Represent USAFA at public events as a spokesperson on national objectives.
1.2.2.10. Coordinate with AFROTC Regional Directors of Admissions (RDAs), Deputy
Regional Directors (DRDs), and AFRS group operations officers on joint recruiting
issues, activities, plans, policies, or problems. (T-3)
1.2.2.11. Perform other duties as specified by the USAFA/RRA.
1.2.3. USAFA National Outreach Programs Branch Chief (USAFA/RRAP) Responsibilities.
1.2.3.1. Coordinates all Admissions national and local recruiting programs and
initiatives.
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1.2.3.1.1. Manages and coordinates Grassroots, Falcon Visitation Experience,
campus tours for prospects, appointee orientation, Leaders Enabling Airmen
Development (LEAD), candidate contact and Summer Seminar programs.
1.2.3.1.2. Oversees Prop and Wings Officer program. Regularly updates program
information and volunteer screening standards.
1.2.3.1.3. Organizes and implements on-line recruiting events, such as, College
Week Live and similar on-line forums and information sessions.
1.2.3.2. USAFA Admissions liaison with USAFA Band. Communicates and coordinates
USAFA/RRA outreach strategy and schedule to align with USAFA Band activities.
1.2.3.3. Perform other duties as specified by the USAFA/RRA.
1.2.4. Air Force Admissions LOD Responsibilities. The LOD leads and manages the
program within the assigned area. The LOD leads, motivates, trains, and communicates with
the ALOs in the assigned area. Specifically, the LOD must:
1.2.4.1. Supervise the ALO Program within the assigned area as prescribed by
USAFA/RRA, implement the USAFA and AFROTC marketing plan, and structure unit
activities to achieve desired goals and production. (T-3)
1.2.4.2. Update and submit on annual basis an Area Operational Support Plan to include
consideration of recruiting objectives that meet Air Force needs. (T-3)
1.2.4.3. Recruit, interview, and screen all potential ALO applicants to the ALO Program
Ensure every applicant recommended for assignment to the ALO Program meets
minimum assignment eligibility criteria in paragraph 1.3. and excels in personal and
professional standards. Establish clearly defined standards of performance and
expectations. Secure written agreement of understanding from the ALO applicant. (T-3)
1.2.4.4. Coordinate USAFA and AFROTC applicant recruiting activities within the
assigned area as prescribed by USAFA/RRA and maintain close liaison with the
AFROTC RDAs, DRDs, AFROTC detachments, and AFRS to meet local recruiting
requirements and goals. (T-3)
1.2.4.5. Assign specific areas of outreach responsibility to each ALO including
Educational Testing Service Codes, secondary schools, youth organizations, AFROTC
detachments, military units, colleges, and junior colleges. (T-3)
1.2.4.6. Assign additional duties such as, but not limited to: Training Officer,
Congressional Liaison Officer, and Area (Athletic) Contact. (T-3) Appoint and assign
other additional duties as required.
1.2.4.7. Supervise, train, and ensure currency of assigned ALOs. Appoint a training
officer to conduct, monitor, and record all unit and USAFA/RR training requirements.
Ensure ALOs can perform ALO duties. (T-3)
1.2.4.8. Establish and maintain an aggressive diversity outreach recruiting program to
assist in achieving Air Force needs. (T-3)
1.2.4.9. Maintain contact with and support the local USAFA Parents’ Club. Appoint a
Parents’ Club project officer to serve as point of contact for the Parents’ Club staff. (T-3)
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1.2.4.10. Track production, monitor performance, evaluate effectiveness, and initiate
action to remove nonproductive or ineffective ALOs from the program. (T-3)
1.2.4.11. Maintain individual personnel records on all assigned and attached ALOs, as
directed by USAFA/RRA. (T-3)
1.2.4.12. Authorize and approve Air Force Form 49, Application for MPA Man-Day
Tour, for assigned, eligible, and attached Reserve ALOs. (T-3)
1.2.4.13. Authorize and certify the Air Force Form 40A, Record of Individual Inactive
Duty Training, in the Unit Training Assembly Processing System (UTAPS) located at
https://utapsweb.afrc.af.mil/utapsweb/. (T-3)
1.2.4.14. Certify the Statement of Tour of Duty on all Military Personnel Appropriation
orders. (T-3)
1.2.4.15. Submit and verify reports on all ALO activities, as required by USAFA/RRA.
(T-3)
1.2.4.16. Prepare Officer Performance Reports, Letters of Evaluations, Promotion
Recommendation Forms and Awards and Decorations on all primary duty ALOs, and
Letters of Evaluations on additional duty ALOs, when requested. (T-3)
1.2.4.17. Attend the LOD Symposium at USAFA. (T-3)
1.2.4.18. Attend or ensure unit representation at required semiannual recruiting
cooperation meeting. (T-3)
1.2.4.19. Maintain the currency of the Roster page on the ALOWeb
(https://aloweb.usafa.edu/), to include: current addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail
addresses, as well as other unit specific information. (T-3)
1.2.4.20. Assign other special project officers as needed to perform specialized ALO
duties or manage special programs. (T-3)
1.2.4.21. Coordinate with Regular Air Force, Air National Guard, and Air Force Reserve
squadron commanders or operations officers on joint recruiting issues, activities, plans,
policies, or problems. Participate in the squadron’s annual training meeting as requested
and encourage squadron commanders to attend LOD Annual Area meetings. (T-3)
1.2.4.22. Schedule an annual area meeting for all assigned area ALOs. Meeting will
cover USAFA, AFROTC, and AFRS information updates. Schedule representation from
these agencies to attend and brief. Notify all assigned ALOs to attend. (T-3)
1.2.5. Deputy Liaison Officer Director (DLOD) Responsibilities:
1.2.5.1. Prepares Officer Performance Reports and Letters of Evaluations on assigned
ALOs as directed by the LOD.
1.2.5.2. Assists the LOD with administration and training of ALOs.
1.2.5.3. Performs LOD duties, as required and assigned.
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1.2.6. ALO Responsibilities:
1.2.6.1. Mentors secondary school students, parents or guardians, youth groups, Air
Force installation commanders, AFRS units, Civil Air Patrol units, and other requesting
agencies. Attracts, mentors, and evaluates outstanding candidates for USAFA and
AFROTC programs.
1.2.6.2. At least annually, contacts or visits secondary schools to establish a liaison with
school officials. Offers to conduct orientation programs for interested students at college
fairs and other scheduled events. Coordinates visits with the responsible Non-Prior
Service recruiter when possible. Introduces new Non-Prior Service recruiters to the
school liaison and ensures school officials are familiar with AFROTC college scholarship
application procedures.
1.2.6.3. Interviews and evaluates USAFA candidates and AFROTC scholarship
applicants. (T-3)
1.2.6.4. Helps candidates with admissions information and application procedures and
advises the LOD and USAFA/RRA or the AFROTC Registrar (AFROTC/RR) of
candidate application problems.
1.2.6.5. Works with USAFA Parents’ Clubs and maintains follow-up contact with cadets
and their relatives.
1.2.6.6. Arranges and coordinates cadet, AFROTC, or USAFA personnel public
appearances at special events, awards, banquets, Parents’ Club activities, Academy Days,
Grassroots and other programs.
1.2.6.7. Explains USAFA admissions procedures, including Preparatory School
eligibility requirements, and AFROTC admissions procedures.
1.2.6.8. Attends training meetings and completes all training requirements for USAFA
and AFROTC.
1.2.6.8.1. Attend New ALO Orientation training (mandatory for Category E
reservists and optional for Additional Duty ALOs) at USAFA and visit AFROTC
detachment within 6 months of initial assignment.
1.2.6.8.2. Completes refresher training as required by USAFA/RRA.
1.2.6.8.3. Participates in meetings held by the AFRS personnel to increase their
understanding of local AFROTC and USAFA recruiting issues.
1.2.6.9. Submits activity reports, as required by the LOD.
1.2.6.10. Performs other tasks assigned by the LOD and USAFA/RRA.
1.2.6.11. Coordinates with AFROTC RDs, DRDs, and Recruiting Flight Commanders,
as well as Non-Prior Service recruiters or their supervisors and AFRS squadron
commanders or operations officers, on joint recruiting issues, activities, plans, policies, or
problems when necessary.
1.2.6.12. Attends high school graduations or applicable award ceremonies to present
USAFA appointments and AFROTC Scholarships.
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1.2.7. USAFA Admissions Personnel Support (USAFA/RROA) Responsibilities:
1.2.7.1. Serves as interface between the USAFA Admissions Office and the Air Reserve
Personnel Center (ARPC) for personnel and administrative matters.
1.2.7.2. Provides administrative support for Officer Performance Reports, Promotion
Recommendation Forms, and Awards and Decorations within RRA.
1.2.7.3. Reviews and performs quality control checks on ALO Hiring Packages prior to
submittal to Individual Reservist Readiness and Integration Organization Detachment 3
(RIO Det 3).
1.2.7.4. Communicates with RDs on administrative deadlines for Officer Performance
Reports, Letters of Evaluations, Promotion Recommendation Forms, Awards and
Decorations.
1.2.7.5. Provides administrative-related training.
1.2.8. ARPC Responsibilities:
1.2.8.1. Processes applications for Reserve assignments and provides administrative
support for all personnel actions. (T-3)
1.2.9. RIO Det 3 responsibilities:
1.2.9.1. Provides administrative support to assigned Reservists performing primary ALO
duties.
1.2.9.2. Manages the electronic Unit Personnel Record Group according to Air Force
Instruction 36-2608, Military Personnel Records System. (T-3)
1.2.9.3. Keeps participation records according to Air Force Instruction 36-2254, Volume
1, Reserve Personnel Participation. (T-3)
1.2.9.4. Processes Officer Performance Report submissions.
1.2.9.5. Manages all other administrative correspondence on assigned ALOs.
1.2.9.6. Tracks completion of the Air Force Form 1288, Application for Ready Reserve
Assignment, and, when required, extended active duty order. (T-3)
1.2.10. AFROTC/DOR Responsibilities, relative to the ALO program:
1.2.10.1. Formulates AFROTC recruiting policy.
1.2.10.2. Provides technical guidance to ALOs and to AFRS/RSO.
1.2.10.3. Provides AFROTC field recruiting support for ALOs and Non-Prior Service
recruiters.
1.2.10.4. Provides AFROTC recruiting supplies and training materials for ALOs.
1.2.10.5. Develops media advertisement and recruiting publications for use by ALOs.
1.2.10.6. Provides support to USAFA as set forth in the Letter of Agreement between
USAFA, AFROTC, and AFRS.
1.2.11. AFROTC Program Liaison (AFROTC/DOR LNO) Responsibilities:
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1.2.11.1. Provides liaison between AFROTC and USAFA.
1.2.11.2. Serves as the focal point for developing joint AFROTC and USAFA
admissions and recruiting initiatives.
1.2.11.3. Monitors ALO activity to support overall AFROTC recruiting objectives.
1.2.11.4. Ensures maximum coordination and cooperation between ALOs, AFROTC
recruiting personnel, and Air Force Reserve personnel.
1.2.11.5. Informs ALOs of AFROTC program changes.
1.2.11.6. Helps USAFA/RRA develop, manage, and conduct initial and recurring
training programs for ALOs at USAFA.
1.2.11.7. Establishes AFROTC College Scholarship Program recruiting goals for each
LOD unit. Monitors goal accomplishment. (T-3)
1.2.12. AFROTC RDA Responsibilities:
1.2.12.1. Act as the AFROTC field representative for Local ALOs, Non-Prior Service
recruiters and their supervisors, and AFRS squadron and group representatives.
1.2.12.2. Coordinate AFROTC recruiting efforts of local ALOs.
1.2.12.3. Provide staff support to local ALOs, as needed.
1.2.12.4. Coordinate local AFROTC training for ALOs with DLODs and AFRS
squadron operations officers, and provide AFROTC-related training for ALOs and Non-
Prior Service recruiters.
1.2.12.5. Facilitate joint AFROTC, USAFA, and AFRS recruiting programs and
initiatives in the local community.
1.3. Assignment Eligibility.
1.3.1. Primary Duty Assignment. Any Air Force Reserve officer eligible for assignment to a
Participating Individual Ready Reserve position according to Air Force Instruction 36-2115,
Assignment within the Reserve Components, is eligible for assignment to the RIO Det 3. The
following limitations and exceptions will disqualify an officer for primary duty ALO duties
or require termination:
1.3.1.1. Assignment to the Inactive Status List Reserve Section with 20 years of
satisfactory Federal service for retirement.
1.3.1.2. Assignment to the Inactive Status List Reserve Section twice for failure to meet
participation requirements for retention in an active Reserve status.
1.3.1.3. Entry within 2 years of maximum service date.
1.3.1.4. Once failed promotion to captain, major, or lieutenant colonel in the Air Force
Reserve, Air National Guard, or Regular Air Force.
1.3.1.5. Failure to earn promotion to first lieutenant during the first eligible cycle.
1.3.1.6. Assignment to Obligated Reserve Section/Reserve Corps and served less than
two years.
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1.3.1.7. Assignment to the Judge Advocate General’s Corps unless approved for
redesignation by The Judge Advocate General (TJAG) in accordance with 51-103, Judge
Advocate Professional Development.
1.3.1.8. Assignment as a chaplain unless approved for a competitive category transfer to
Line of the Air Force in accordance with Air Force Instruction 36-2005, Officer
Accessions.
1.3.1.9. Assigned to a medical Air Force specialty code (AFSC) unless approved for
release in accordance with Air Force Instruction 36-2101, Classifying Military Personnel
(Officer and Enlisted).
1.3.1.10. Rank of lieutenant colonel or colonel with 20 or more satisfactory years’
service and eligible for retirement. (These officers are eligible to serve as additional duty
ALOs if qualified.)
1.3.1.11. Rank of General Officer. (General Officers may serve as additional duty ALOs
in a limited capacity at the discretion of the LOD.)
1.3.1.12. Failure to maintain a sustained exemplary record of performance in past
assignments. Officer Performance Reports should not reflect unfavorable information or
contain negative references or comments regarding conduct, attitude, or inability to work
and function well with the public.
1.3.1.12.1. Officer Performance Reports must "meet standards" and receive the
support of the additional rater and reviewer. (T-3)
1.3.1.13. Involvement in any public or private activity which conflicts or reflects
negatively on the Air Force, USAFA, AFROTC, or the overall ALO Program.
1.3.2. Additional Duty ALO Assignments (Note: The limitations and exceptions in
paragraphs 1.3.1.11. and 1.3.1.12. apply to all additional duty applicants):
1.3.2.1. Officers may serve as additional duty ALOs with approval from their primary
duty unit commander. Officers with less than 2 years of commissioned service must
obtain a waiver from USAFA/RRA for ALO duty assignments. (T-3)
1.3.2.2. Selected retired Air Force officers may serve as ALOs with approval of
USAFA/RRA.
1.3.2.3. USAFA/RRA may assign other individuals to the ALO Program for additional
duty support when a critical need exists. They must have previous ALO experience in
the program or have a special background or expertise in such work. (T-3)
1.3.2.4. Officers in an active duty status (Regular Air Force officers or Air Force
Reserve or Air National Guard officers on extended active duty orders) and assigned to
USAFA or AFROTC may not serve as additional duty ALOs.
1.4. Application Procedures.
1.4.1. General. Assignments to the ALO Program must meet a valid need within each LOD
area. (T-3) Marketing and production goals, population, demographics, schools assigned,
ZIP Code loads, ALO assignment categories, ALO availability, and turnover all affect the
number of ALOs assigned. To apply, the applicant requests consideration from the LOD of
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the desired area. The LOD determines the need and interviews the applicant to explain
requirements, program policies, standards, and the administrative application process. LODs
desiring to hire a new ALO will then forward each application, with a letter of
recommendation and justification, to the respective USAFA/RD for review/approval.
1.4.2. Primary Duty ALOs assigned to the Participating Individual Ready Reserve.
Individuals in this category must submit:
1.4.2.1. A general letter of request to the LOD outlining why he/she desires to serve as
an ALO. (T-3)
1.4.2.1.1. All rated officers must submit original copies of flight records as part of
application. (T-3) Failure to do so will result in package termination.
1.4.2.1.2. Reserve Officers assigned to the Judge Advocate General’s Corps Reserve
must obtain a redesignation from their legal AFSC, approved by TJAG in accordance
with Air Force Instruction 51-103 to become primary duty ALOs.
1.4.2.2. Copies of last three Officer Performance Reports. (T-3)
1.4.2.3. A USAFA Form 0-317, Personal Biographical Data Card. The nine digit zip
code and ethnic group must be annotated on the card. (T-3)
1.4.2.4. An Air Force Form 1288 with this statement in box 16: "Admissions Liaison
Officer, RIO Det 3, RS-MX, Pay Group--None." For transfer from another unit, losing
unit must indorse the Air Force Form 1288 with date member was officially released
based on orders. (T-3)
1.4.3. Additional Duty Applicants. Individuals in this category must, in addition to
paragraph 1.4.2., submit a letter of approval from the commander of their primary duty
authorizing the applicant to serve as an additional duty ALO. (T-3) (Note: Reserve Officers
assigned to the Judge Advocate General’s Corps Reserve must obtain endorsement from
TJAG) (T-1)
1.4.4. Additional Duty Retired or Civilian ALOs. Individuals in this category must submit
items in paragraphs 1.4.2.1. and 1.4.2.3. in addition to the items below. (T-3)
1.4.4.1. A statement agreeing to:
1.4.4.1.1. Perform all ALO functions and comply with personal appearance, conduct,
training, and performance standards required of all other ALOs. (T-3)
1.4.4.1.2. Serve without compensation or reimbursement from the government. (T-3)
1.4.4.1.3. Release his or her name, grade, rank, address, and business and home
telephone numbers under the Privacy Act to persons inquiring about the ALO
Program. (T-3)
1.4.4.2. One letter of reference addressing attitude, character, performance, and
motivation. (T-3)
1.4.4.3. Copies of last three Officer Performance Reports (retired officers only). (T-3)
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1.5. Selection and Assignment Procedures.
1.5.1. Application Processing. USAFA/RRA personnel conduct a records review, when
possible using automated data printouts. USAFA/RRA personnel review applications and
provide recommendations to USAFA/RRA. The RIO Det 3 and ARPC must also approve
and process applications for primary duty assignments. If USAFA/RRA personnel deny the
request, they advise the LOD of the reasons and return the application package. (T-3)
1.5.2. Acceptance. Upon accepted, all new ALOs receive an ALO identification number and
placement on orders or on an active RRA/ALO Roster.
1.5.3. Assignment. New ALOs will not be assigned to manage ZIP codes or Educational
Testing Services codes or be given responsibility for completing candidate evaluations until
completion of the initial ALO Training Tour at USAFA. USAFA/RRA must approve any
exception. (T-3)
1.6. Administrative Support Requirements.
1.6.1. Retirement Points:
1.6.1.1. Primary duty ALOs in the RIO Det 3 earn points toward retirement according to
Air Force Instruction 36-2254, Volume 1. These ALOs must earn at least 50 points
annually for performing ALO-related duties to satisfy the requirement for a good year in
the Air Force Reserve. Documentation requirements:
1.6.1.1.1. ALOs document activity on the ALOWeb activity log.
1.6.1.1.2. LODs certify performance and authorization of credit claimed on ALO’s
ALOWeb activity log.
1.6.1.2. ALOs in Other Reserve Categories and the Air National Guard are eligible to
earn retirement points. LODs may set minimum expectations for effective participation
within their respective LOD areas. See paragraphs 1.6.1.1.1. and 1.6.1.1.2. for
documentation requirements.
1.6.1.3. Members must be in a proper uniform and meet the dress and appearance
standards of Air Force Instruction 36-2903, Dress and Personal Appearance of
Personnel, to take part in any pay or point-gaining activity. (T-3)
1.6.1.4. Members must meet the medical standards of Air Force Instruction 48-123,
Medical Examination and Medical Standards, to take part in any pay or point-gaining
activity. (T-3)
1.6.1.5. Members must be current on all readiness items to include medical, dental,
security clearance and fitness assessment to take part in any pay or point-gaining activity.
(T-3)
1.6.2. Active Duty for Operational Support (ADOS) Status. Air Force Reserve and Air
National Guard ALOs may be placed in an ADOS status for ALO duties and training
associated with the ALO Program. USAFA/RRA allocates man-days to the LODs, who in
turn approve and manage their expenditure. ALOs request ADOS status from the RD who in
turn forwards approved requests to HQ USAFA for administrative processing and
coordination with the primary unit.
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1.6.3. Activity Reports. Submit after action reports, as required by the LOD.
1.7. Training and Orientation Requirements.
1.7.1. ALO Orientation. New ALOs must attend an initial ALO orientation at USAFA as
soon as possible after initial assignment. USAFA/RRA schedules required refresher training,
every 5 years after initial orientation. New ALOs must attend a 1-day training at a host
AFROTC detachment as soon as possible after assignment and once every 3 years thereafter
(T-3).
1.7.2. Annual Training Exceptions. ALOs assigned to RIO Det 3 may perform points-only
annual training in accordance with Air Force Instruction 36-2254, Volume 1. Primary duty
units will establish annual training requirements for additional duty ALOs assigned to the
Selected Reserve. On occasion, ALOs may perform their annual training at USAFA, if
authorized by their command or assignment. (See Air Force Instruction 36-2254, Volume 1
concerning waiver for Annual Training.) (T-3)
1.7.3. Professional Military Education. ALO personnel assigned as primary duty reservists
with RIO Det 3 may not attend Professional Military Education in residence; however,
attendance through correspondence is permitted. ALO personnel may also attend National
Security Seminars in a non-pay status for points only, if quotas allow. (T-3)
1.8. Communications.
1.8.1. General. LODs must annually contact congressional members and staff to maintain
communications. Each LOD should offer ALO support or assistance, e.g., congressional
selections panels, briefings, and other related USAFA and AFROTC recruiting and screening
activities. ALOs may communicate by personal visit, telephone, or written correspondence,
but must not solicit nominations, committee interview ratings, rankings or selection results.
ALOs who have contact with a Member of Congress must notify USAFA concerning the
date and substance of the contact. (T-3)
1.8.2. Communication with Admissions Staff. ALOs may coordinate directly with the
appropriate USAFA admissions staff regarding USAFA applicant problems and status. They
should direct ALO Program administration and management inquiries to the respective
USAFA RDs.
1.8.3. Communication with Cadets and their Commanders. ALOs should correspond
directly with USAFA or AFROTC Cadets and their USAFA Air Officers Commanding
(AOC) or AFROTC Recruiting Flight Commanders to offer encouragement, maintain
support, and monitor progress if they recruited and assisted them in obtaining USAFA
appointments or enrolling in AFROTC. ALOs and USAFA AOCs or AFROTC detachment
staff may mutually communicate with one another to maintain support of their respective
cadets.
1.8.4. Communication with Senior Staff. ALOs should communicate with the USAFA
Superintendent (USAFA/CC), Dean of Faculty, Commandant of Cadets, Director of
Athletics, AFROTC Commandant, or AFROTC Vice Commandant through the USAFA or
AFROTC chain of command.
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1.8.5. Communication with Primary Duty Unit. Additional duty ALOs must coordinate and
communicate directly with their primary duty units on personnel, administration, career, and
other unit matters. (T-3)
1.8.6. Communication with AFRS Personnel. LODs, DLODs, and ALOs normally
communicate with AFRS personnel through the AFRS chain of command. Depending on the
nature of the communication, ALO personnel at any level may directly address any echelon
within AFRS. They must, however, inform their counterparts in the AFA chain of command
of such communications. (T-3)
1.9. Retention Policy.
1.9.1. Retention. Retention in the ALO Program is contingent upon satisfactory
performance of duty and meeting participation requirements in Air Force Instruction 36-
2254, Volume 1, Reserve Participation. USAFA RDs and LODs may recommend removal
from the ALO Program for unsatisfactory conduct, performance, and lack of participation, or
other cause. USAFA/RRA makes the final decision. (T-1)
1.9.2. Training and Currency. ALOs must satisfy initial and periodic USAFA, AFROTC,
and local training requirements to maintain currency. (T-3)
1.9.3. Transfers to Other LOD Areas. ALOs support a specific LOD area. Transferees to
another LOD area must obtain approval of the gaining LOD to serve as an ALO in the new
area. (T-3)
1.9.4. Participation Policy for Primary Duty ALOs. Primary duty ALOs assigned to the RIO
Det 3 must earn at least 50 points annually for performing ALO duties in accordance with
Air Force Instruction 36-2254, Volume 1.
1.9.5. Appearance and Fitness Standards. All primary and additional duty ALOs must meet
the uniform requirements and fitness standards set forth in Air Force Instruction 36-2903 and
Air Force Instruction 36-2905, Fitness Program.
1.9.6. Probationary Status. USAFA/RRA may retain an ALO who is deficient in some area
in probationary status not to exceed 1 year. At the conclusion of the year, the LOD will
submit an evaluation of the ALO’s performance with a recommendation for continuance or
deletion from the program.
1.9.7. Other. Additional duty ALOs removed for cause lose their eligibility for ALO duty
status.
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CHAPTER 2
APPOINTMENT TO THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE ACADEMY
2.1. Responsibilities. USAFA offers cadet appointments to candidates with the strongest
potential to become successful career officers. USAFA offers appointments according to law
and Air Force guidance. Cadets at the Academy shall be appointed by the President alone. An
appointment is conditional until the cadet is admitted.
2.1.1. USAFA Admissions (USAFA/RR) evaluates applications as an initial step in the
appointment process and as an aid to Members of the Congress in screening their applicants
for nomination. (T-3)
2.1.2. As part of the appointment process the Selections Division (USAFA/RRS) will:
2.1.2.1. Post a pre-candidate questionnaire on line at the website
http://www.academyadmissions.com, with a request for applicants’ academic, athletic,
leadership, and background information.
2.1.2.2. Evaluate the application information and provide an analysis to appropriate
congressional offices. This report indicates the applicant’s potential to qualify for
admission and assists Members of the Congress in selecting the best-qualified applicants
for nomination.
2.1.2.3. Advise all applicants to seek a nomination in all categories in which they are
eligible. Inform and encourage individuals whose evaluations reflect areas needing
improvement to submit additional test scores or information in an effort to improve their
qualifications.
2.1.2.4. Enter applicants with qualifying potential for either USAFA, the Preparatory
School or a Falcon Foundation scholarship into the candidate phase.
2.1.2.5. Forward a full application (candidate kit) via electronic or other means for all
applicants entered into the candidate phase.
2.1.2.6. Forward the names of candidates with the potential to qualify for direct entry
into USAFA, entry into the Preparatory School, or who have potential to qualify for a
Falcon Foundation scholarship to the Department of Defense Medical Examination
Review Board (DODMERB) for scheduling of a medical examination to determine
medical eligibility. DODMERB will notify the student directly of his or her medical
status. (T-3)
2.1.3. USAFA Commanders’ Support Staffs (CSSs).
2.1.3.1. In accordance with the operations agreement USAFA/CSS, Air Base Wing-
Mission Support Group/CSS and the Medical Group/CSS provide direct support to their
respective commanders at the unit level and execute specific responsibilities outlined in
this instruction. (T-3)
2.1.3.2. USAFA CSSs are subject to inspection from the Military Personnel Section,
USAFA Inspector General (USAFA/IG) and all Headquarters (HQ) Air Force
inspections. USAFA CSSs will ensure all inspection checklists pertaining to all items per
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Table D-1 from the CSS Execution, Organization, and Responsibilities (available on the
MyPers website) are in compliance. (T-3)
2.2. Nominations and Appointments.
2.2.1. Eligibility and Nomination Categories. Statutory authority for nominations and
appointments is Title 10, United States Code, Chapter 903.
2.2.1.1. Eligibility requirements for potential candidates to USAFA, the Preparatory
School, and the Falcon Foundation are at Attachment 3.
2.2.1.2. Additional requirements for Active Duty, Reserve, and Guard airmen are found
in USAFI36-2013.
2.2.1.3. Specific authorities may nominate eligible applicants for appointment vacancies.
2.2.1.4. Each applicant must obtain a nomination in order to receive an appointment to
USAFA. (T-0) Applicants may apply for a nomination in each category in which they are
eligible. Nomination categories are at Attachment 4.
2.2.1.5. Entrants to the Preparatory School or Falcon Foundation are not required to have
obtained a nomination. However, a nomination is required the following year for
appointment to USAFA. (T-0)
2.2.2. Notice of Nomination. USAFA/RRS acknowledges receipt of all nominations from
Congressional sources and also notifies the applicant of receipt of nominations from all other
sources.
2.2.3. Unit commanders of Air Force personnel applying to USAFA or the Preparatory
School:
2.2.3.1. Accept and review each applicant’s completed Air Force Form 1786,
Application for Appointment to the United States Air Force Academy Under Quota
Allotted to Enlisted Members of the Regular and Reserve Components of the Air Force,
and determine if the applicant meets eligibility requirements in Attachment 3. (T-1)
2.2.3.2. Complete an electronic recommendation via the Academy Admissions Portal
for all applicants who meet eligibility requirements. Include in the endorsement a
comprehensive statement of the applicant’s character, ability, and motivation to become a
career officer. Verify statements in applications regarding service component, length of
service, and date of birth from official records. (T-1)
2.2.3.3. In order to facilitate the accession of an Air Force Reserve or Air National Guard
member into USAFA or the Preparatory School, an Air Force Form 1288 and Department
of Defense Form 386 should be accomplished and submitted via vPC to AFRC for
processing the release and unit transfer to the Preparatory School. Unit commanders
complete the first endorsement of the Air Force Form 1288 and the Section II of the
Department of Defense Form 368 and include with the members application. Note: Air
National Guard applicants, if selected to attend the Preparatory School, are discharged
from their Air National Guard unit and enlisted in the Air Force Reserve.
2.2.3.4. If the applicant meets eligibility requirements, forward the Air Force Form 1786,
Air Force Form 1288 and Department of Defense Form 386, if applicable, through the
Academy Admissions Portal.
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2.2.3.5. Once the Air National Guard member has enlisted in the Air Force Reserve a
copy of the Department of Defense Form 4 and orders will be provided to the losing
Military Personnel Section and AFPC. In turn, the losing Military Personnel Section will
project the member’s record in the Military Personnel Data System based on the gaining
Personnel Accounting System code provided by the PL/CSS. (T-1)
2.2.3.6. Notify USAFA/RR immediately on determining that an applicant is no longer
recommended for selection to the Preparatory School.
2.2.4. Unit commanders of Army, Navy or Marine Corps Regular or Reserve members and
unit commanders of the Army National Guard members:
2.2.4.1. Accept letters of application to USAFA or the Preparatory School from unit
personnel.
2.2.4.2. Complete an electronic endorsement via the Academy Admissions Portal for all
applicants who meet the eligibility requirements. Include in the endorsement a
comprehensive statement of the applicant’s character, ability, and motivation to become a
career officer. Verify statements in applications regarding service component, length of
service, and date of birth from official records.
2.2.4.3. Ensure that each applicant receives a completed Department of Defense Form
368, Request for Conditional Release. Unit commanders complete Section II of the
Department of Defense Form 368 and include with the eligible members application.
2.2.4.4. If the applicant meets eligibility requirements at Attachment 3, forward the
Department of Defense Form 368 and letter of application online through the Academy
Admissions Portal.
2.2.4.5. Selected applicants will be discharged from their service and enlisted in the Air
Force Reserve, a copy of the Department of Defense Form 4 and orders will be provided
to the losing unit. (T-3)
2.2.4.6. Notify USAFA/RR immediately on determining that an applicant is no longer
recommended for selection to the Preparatory School.
2.2.5. Appointment Selection.
2.2.5.1. USAFA/RR will follow the guidance established in Title 10, United States Code,
Section 9342 with respect to filling Congressional and other nominating category
vacancies for USAFA. Selection criteria for USAFA, the Preparatory School, and the
Falcon Foundation will be established on an annual basis and approved by the
Superintendent. (T-0)
2.2.5.2. USAFA/RRS will notify all Congressional Members and the Vice President of
their nominees selected for appointment to USAFA. (T-0)
2.2.5.3. USAFA/RRS will notify all candidates selected for an appointment to USAFA
after notification of their Congressional Members. (T-0)
2.2.5.4. There is no separate application to the USAFA Preparatory School or Falcon
Foundation. USAFA/RR automatically considers civilian candidates for admission to
these programs who have completed an application to USAFA, but were not selected.
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2.2.5.5. On receipt of an acceptance statement for each unconditional offer of
appointment to USAFA, USAFA/RRS forwards pertinent information from the
completed candidate file to Cadet Examinations and Records (USAFA/DFRR).
2.2.5.6. USAFA/RRS will hold accepted conditional offers of appointment to USAFA,
until the conditional factor is resolved. If the conditional status of appointment is not
removed, USAFA/RRS will notify the applicable nominating sources of the withdrawal
of the appointment.
2.2.5.7. USAFA completes appointment processing by:
2.2.5.7.1. Arranging for the appointees’ travel by issuing invitation to travel orders.
2.2.5.7.2. USAFA/RRS notifies the Directorate of Cadet Personnel (USAFA/A1A)
of Regular Air Force airmen appointees. Note: Regular Air Force airmen in
technical school should complete all phases of training, if time permits, before
reporting to USAFA. USAFA/A1A will coordinate with Air Force Personnel Center
(AFPC), Airman Assignments Division (AFPC/DPAA) to set the reporting date. (T-
3)
2.2.5.8. USAFA/CW completes appointment processing by producing the “Instructions
to Appointees.” Admissions will post the instructions on the appointees’ portals.
2.2.6. Reassignment of Air Force Members to Become Cadet Candidates at the Preparatory
School.
2.2.6.1. Selected Regular Air Force members at technical training schools remain there
in casual status until the earliest reporting date for the Preparatory School. Students must
not leave their training school without coordinating with USAFA/RR. (T-3)
2.2.6.2. USAFA is authorized to make selections for the Preparatory School and Falcon
Foundation in accordance with the Secretary of the Air Force and the Air Force Academy
Superintendent’s guidance. Selection for these programs includes but is not limited to
enlisted personnel and recruited athletes.
2.2.6.3. The Civil Air Patrol is authorized one appointment to the Preparatory School.
Civil Air Patrol cadets send their applications to USAFA/RR and must also apply to Civil
Air Patrol National Headquarters by 31 January. (T-3) USAFA will select one individual
for appointment to the Preparatory School from the names recommended by Civil Air
Patrol Headquarters if there is someone who meets the eligibility criterial for the
Preparatory School.
2.2.7. Non-selection for an Appointment.
2.2.7.1. USAFA/RRS will notify in writing each candidate who was entered into the
candidate phase but was later disqualified (due to receipt of unfavorable or un-validated
information).
2.2.7.2. USAFA/RRS will notify in writing each candidate who is not offered an
appointment to USAFA by 1 May. Note: For active duty Air Force applicants,
USAFA/RRS will also notify the applicable Military Personnel Section of the member’s
appointment status.
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2.3. Obligation of Appointees. As a condition to appointment, cadets will fulfill the following
obligations:
2.3.1. Cadet’s Oath of Allegiance. (T-0) On admission, each appointee (except foreign
cadets) is required to take the Oath of Allegiance as written at Attachment 7. Note: The
individual may omit the words “[s]o help me God,” if desired for personal reasons.
2.3.2. If an appointee refuses to take and subscribe to the oath, the appointment is
terminated. (T-0)
2.3.3. Complete the course of instruction unless disenrolled from USAFA in accordance
with Air Force Instruction 36-3504, Disenrollment of United States Air Force Academy
Cadets. (T-0) Cadets incur a service obligation on the first day of academic classes of their
junior year.
2.3.4. Be subject to the separation policies in Air Force Instruction 36-3504. (T-1)
2.3.5. Cadets who enter USAFA from the regular or reserve component of the Air Force or
as an enlisted member of one of the other armed forces may not terminate any period of
remaining obligated service because of the acceptance of that appointment. If such cadets
fail to complete the USAFA course of instruction, or are separated from service as cadets for
any reason other than appointment as a commissioned officer or because of a physical
disability, they will revert to enlisted status to serve any prior service obligation under Title
10, United States Code, Section 516. However, all service as a cadet is counted toward
fulfillment of the remaining period of obligated service. (T-0)
2.3.6. Upon graduation incur an eight (8) year service commitment, of which not less than
five (5) years must be as a commissioned officer in a Regular component of one of the armed
services under Title 10, United States Code, Section 9348. (T-0) If authorized to resign from
the Regular component before the eighth (8th) anniversary of their graduation, serve as a
commissioned officer in the Reserve component until the eighth (8th) anniversary. (T-0)
2.3.7. USAFA/A1A will ensure minor cadets sign an agreement with the parent’s or
guardian’s consent to fulfill the above obligations. (T-1) A minor cadet an individual who
has not reached his or her 18th birthday.
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CHAPTER 3
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE ACADEMY PREPARATORY SCHOOL
3.1. Mission and Responsibilities.
3.1.1. Mission. To motivate, prepare, and evaluate selected candidates in an educational,
military, moral character, and physical environment, to perform successfully and enhance
diversity at USAFA.
3.1.2. Overview. The Preparatory School prepares cadet candidates to succeed and lead at
USAFA. Applicants to USAFA who are not accepted may receive an appointent to the
Preparatory School. Although successful completion of the Preparatory School program
improves chances of an appointment to USAFA, it does not guarantee it. See Attachment 3,
paragraph A3.2. for eligibility criteria for the Preparatory School.
3.1.3. Responsibilities:
3.1.3.1. USAFA/CC. Ensures adequate oversight of the Preparatory School activities,
administration, and resources. Means of oversight include but are not limited to:
3.1.3.1.1. USAFA Instruction 36-3502, Institutional Effectiveness.
3.1.3.1.2. The Preparatory School Advisory Committee, as established in USAFA
Instruction 36-2013, Superintendent’s USAF Academy Preparatory School Advisory
Committee.
3.1.3.1.3. Annual Assessment, as established in Department of Defense Instruction
1322.22, Service Academies.
3.1.3.1.4. Audits, Eagle Looks, and internal inspections.
3.1.3.1.5. Special reviews and investigations as directed by HQ USAF.
3.1.3.1.6. USAFA Board of Visitors.
3.1.3.2. The Commander, USAFA Preparatory School (USAFA/PL):
3.1.3.2.1. Ensures the education and training programs satisfy the school’s mission.
3.1.3.2.2. Informs USAFA/RR of candidates’ names, including nomination
categories, when each class enters.
3.1.3.2.3. Administers the disenrollment process. Notifies the USAFA/CC,
USAFA/RR, The Director of Athletics (USAFA/AD), USAFA/FM and the 10th
Force Support Squadron, Sustainment Services Flight of all disenrollments.
3.1.3.2.4. Responsible, along with ARPC, for administering the oath of enlistment on
the date of inprocessing. The effective date of enlistment is the date the applicant
took the oath.
3.1.3.3. ARPC:
3.1.3.3.1. Receives a Department of Defense Form 1966, Record of Military
Processing-Armed Forces of the United States, from select candidates upon
inprocessing.
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3.1.3.3.2. Reviews the Department of Defense Form 1966 for completion/acceptance.
3.1.3.3.3. Responsible, along with USAFA/PL, for administering the oath of
enlistment and completing the Department of Defense Form 4,
Enlistment/Reenlistment Document Armed Forces of the United States, as
appropriate, on the date of inprocessing. The effective date of enlistment is the date
the applicant took the oath.
3.1.3.3.4. Publishes orders placing Reserve enlisted applicants on extended active
duty for the purpose of attending the Preparatory School. USAFA/PL determines the
effective date of the orders.
3.1.3.4. The Preparatory School CSS (PL/CSS):
3.1.3.4.1. Ensures enlisted personnel reassigned to the Preparatory School enter with
the highest grade they had achieved as of their date of enrollment and retain their date
of rank or effective date.
3.1.3.4.2. Responsible, along with ARPC, for administering the oath of enlistment
and completing the Department of Defense Form 4, Enlistment/Reenlistment
Document Armed Forces of the United States, as appropriate, on the date of
inprocessing. The effective date of enlistment is the date the applicant took the oath.
3.1.3.4.3. Maintains records on cadet candidates.
3.1.3.4.4. Processes separation orders for Non-Prior Service members who complete
the Preparatory School and accept an appointment to a United States Service
Academy.
3.1.3.4.5. Prepares discharge orders for Non-Prior Service members who are
disenrolled or do not accept appointment to a United States Service Academy.
3.1.3.5. USAFA/A1A and the military personnel section issues Common Access Cards.
3.1.3.6. USAFA/RR:
3.1.3.6.1. Notifies cadet candidates of their acceptance into the Preparatory School.
Includes an accept-or-decline form with acceptance letter and asks cadet candidates to
return the form as soon as possible.
3.1.3.6.2. Issues "Invitation to Travel" letters to all accepted cadet candidates
(including civilians, reservists and members of other services) inviting them to travel
to the Preparatory School, enlist in the Air Force Reserve (if necessary), and attend
the Preparatory School.
3.1.3.6.3. Sends a notice to non-selected service personnel and their servicing
Military Personnel Section.
3.1.3.6.4. Provides the PL/CSS with the name, grade, social security number, mailing
address, and unit of assignment for reassignment of all Regular Air Force applicants
who are accepted into the Preparatory School.
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3.2. Reserve Enlistment Procedures.
3.2.1. Civilians admitted to the Preparatory School take the oath of enlistment on the date of
their initial in-processing at the Preparatory School. Their effective date of enlistment is the
date they take this oath.
3.2.2. Civilians who enlist for the purpose of attending the Preparatory School will be
awarded the grade of E-1, E-2, or E-3 in accordance with Air Force Instruction 36-2002.
These cadet candidates are entitled to the monthly student pay at the same rate as USAFA
cadets according to Title 37, United States Code, Section 203. (T-0)
3.3. Reassignment of Cadet Candidates Who Graduate From the Preparatory School with
an Appointment to USAFA. USAFA cadet enrollment for cadet candidates who graduate from
the Preparatory School with an appointment to USAFA:
3.3.1. The Air Force releases cadet candidates entering USAFA from the Regular Air Force
and reassigns them as USAFA cadets, effective on their date of entry into USAFA in
accordance with one of these authorities:
3.3.1.1. The Department of the Air Force letter entitled Members of the Armed Forces
Appointed to a Service Academy, 8 July 1957.
3.3.1.2. Title 10, United States Code, Sections 516 and 532(f).
3.3.1.3. Air Force Instruction 36-3208, Administrative Separation of Airmen.
3.3.2. The Air Force discharges Reserve Component cadet candidates in accordance with Air
Force Instruction 36-3208 and reenlists them in the Regular Air Force as USAFA cadets,
effective on their date of entry into USAFA. (T-1)
3.4. Cadet Candidate Disenrollment.
3.4.1. In accordance with Air Force Instruction 36-3208, the USAFA/PL, may disenroll a
student who:
3.4.1.1. Fails to meet and maintain Preparatory School educational, military, character,
or physical fitness standards. (T-1)
3.4.1.2. Fails to demonstrate adaptability and suitability for participation in USAFA
educational, military, character, or physical training programs. (T-1)
3.4.1.3. Displays unsatisfactory conduct. (T-1)
3.4.1.4. Fails to meet statutory requirements for admission to USAFA, for example:
3.4.1.4.1. Marriage or acquiring legal dependents. (T-1)
3.4.1.4.2. Medical disqualification. (T-1)
3.4.1.4.2.1. For pregnancy, a cadet candidate may be eligible to return on a non-
competitive basis to the Preparatory School 6 months after the completion of
pregnancy in accordance with Department of Defense Instruction 6130.03 if
eligibility requirements in Department of Defense Instruction 1322.22 are met. A
waiver may be granted for a cadet candidate to return to the Preparatory School
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sooner than 6 months after the completion of pregnancy if cleared by the USAFA
Chief of Aerospace Medicine (USAFA/SGP) and authorized by USAFA/CC.
(T-0)
3.4.1.4.3. Refusal to serve as a commissioned officer in the United States Armed
Forces.
3.4.1.5. Requests disenrollment.
3.4.2. The USAFA/PL may also disenroll a student when it is determined that the student’s
retention is not in the best interest of the Government.
3.4.3. PL/CSS processes Regular Air Force members for reassignment if:
3.4.3.1. They are disenrolled from the Preparatory School.
3.4.3.2. They fail to obtain or accept an appointment to a United States Service
Academy.
3.4.4. The Air Force reassigns Air Force Reserve cadet candidates who are disenrolled from
the Preparatory School or who fail to obtain or accept an appointment to an United States
Service Academy in either of two ways under Air Force Instruction 36-3208:
3.4.4.1. Discharges them from the Air Force without any further military obligation if
they were enlisted solely to attend the Preparatory School. (T-1)
3.4.4.2. Releases them from extended active duty and reassigns them to ARPC if they
were released from an Air Reserve Component units to attend the Preparatory School. (T-
1)
3.5. Cadet Records and Reassignment Forms.
3.5.1. USAFA/A1A maintains records of cadet candidates who enter USAFA until they are
commissioned or disenrolled.
3.5.2. PL/CSS will send records of Regular Air Force personnel who enter one of the other
Service Academies to AFPC for processing.
3.5.3. The Preparatory School collects the Department of Defense Form 368 or Air Force
Form 1288 and projects the member in the Military Personnel Data System.
DANIEL R. SITTERLY, SES
Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary
(Manpower and Reserve Affairs)
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Attachment 1
GLOSSARY OF REFERENCES AND SUPPORTING INFORMATION
References
Title 5, United States Code, Section 552a, Records Maintained on Individuals
Title 10, United States Code, Section 347, International Engagement Authorities for Service
Academies
Title 10, United States Code, Section 516, Effect Upon Enlisted Status of Acceptance of
Appointment as Cadet or Midshipman
Title 10, United States Code, Section 532, Qualifications for Original Appointment as a
Commissioned Officer
Title 10, United States Code, Section 8013, Secretary of the Air Force
Title 10, United States Code, Chapter 903, United States Air Force Academy
Title 37, United States Code, Section 203, Rates
Executive Order 9397, Numbering System for Federal Accounts Relating to Individual Persons,
as amended by Executive Order 13478, 18 Nov 2008
Department of Defense Instruction 1322.22, Service Academies, 24 Sept 2015
Department of Defense Instruction 6130.03, Medical Standards for Appointment, Enlistment, or
Induction in the Military Services, 6 May 2018
Air Force Policy Directive 36-20, Accession of Air Force Military Personnel, 5 Nov 2014
Air Force Policy Directive 36-35, United States Air Force Academy, 14 Mar 2018
Air Force Instruction 33-360, Publications and Forms Management, 1 Dec 2015
Air Force Instruction 36-2002, Enlisted Accessions, 11 Jul 2017
Air Force Instruction 36-2013, Officer Training School (OTS) and Enlisted Commissioning
Programs (ECPS), 23 Oct 2008
Air Force Instruction 36-2101, Classifying Military Personnel (Officer and Enlisted), 25 Jun
2013
Air Force Instruction 36-2115, Assignment within the Reserve Components, 8 Apr 2005
Air Force Instruction 36-2254, Volume 1, Reserve Personnel Participation, 26 May 2010
Air Force Instruction 36-2608, Military Personnel Records System, 26 Oct 2015
Air Force Instruction 36-2903, Dress and Personal Appearance of Air Force Personnel, 18 Jul
2011
Air Force Instruction 36-2905, Fitness Program, 21 Oct 2013
Air Force Instruction 36-3208, Administrative Separation of Airmen, 9 Jul 2004
Air Force Instruction 36-3504, Disenrollment of United States Air Force Academy Cadets, 9 Jul
2013
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Air Force Instruction 36-8101, Total Force Human Resource Management (HRM) Domain
Governance, 4 Dec 2013
Air Force Instruction 48-123, Medical Examinations and Standards, 5 Nov 2013
Air Force Instruction 51-103, Judge Advocate Professional Development, 3 Sept 2013
Air Force Manual 33-363, Management of Records, 1 Mar 2008
USAFA Instruction 36-2013, Superintendent’s USAF Academy Preparatory School Advisory
Committee, 23 Feb 2010
USAFA Instruction 36-3502, Institutional Effectiveness, 21 Oct 2008
Prescribed Forms
Air Force Form 1786, Application for Appointment to the USAF Academy Under Quota Allotted
to Enlisted Members of the Regular and Reserve Components of the Air Force
Air Force Form 4060, USAFA Candidate Evaluation/AFROTC Scholarship Evaluation
Adopted Forms
Air Force Form 40A, Record of Individual Inactive Duty Training
Air Force Form 49, Application for MPA Man-Day Tour
Air Force Form 847, Recommendation for Change of Publication
Air Force Form 1288, Application for Ready Reserve Assignment
Air Force Form 2030, USAF Drug and Alcohol Abuse Certificate
Department of Defense Form 4, Enlistment/Reenlistment Document - Armed Forces of the
United States
Department of Defense Form 368, Request for Conditional Release
Department of Defense Form 1966, Record of Military Processing – Armed Forces of the United
States
Abbreviations and Acronyms
10 FSS/FSMPM—Force Support Squadron Military Personnel Section Force Management
Element
AFJROTC—Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps
AFPC—Air Force Personnel Center
AFPC/DPAA—Airman Assignments Division
AFROTC—Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps
AFROTC/DOR—Recruiting Division
AFROTC/DOR LNO—Program Liaison
AFROTC/RR—Registrar
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AFSC—Air Force Specialty Code
AFRS—Air Force Recruiting Service
AFRS/RSO—Recruiting Service Operations
ALO—Admissions Liaison Officer
AOC—Air Officer Commanding
ARPC—Air Reserve Personnel Center
CSS—Commander’s Support Staff
DLOD—Deputy Laision Officer Director
DODMERB—Department of Defense Medical Examination Review Board
DRD—USAFA Deputy Regionional Director of Admissions or AFROTC Deputy Regional
Director of Admissions
HQ—Headquarters
LOD—Liaison Officer Director
RDA—AFROTC Regional Directors of Admissions
RIODet 3—Individual Reservist Readiness and Integration Organization Detachment 3
TJAG—The Judge Advocate General
USAFA—United States Air Force Academy
USAFA/A1A—Director of Cadet Personnel
USAFA/AD—Director of Athletics for Recruiting and Couseling
USAFA/CC—Superintendent
USAFA/DFRR—Cadet Examinations and Records
USAFA/IG—Inspector General
USAFA/PL—Commander, United States Air Force Academy Preparatory School
USAFA/RD—USAFA Regional Director of Admissions
USAFA/RR—Director of Admissions
USAFA/RRA—Chief, Liaison and Outreach Division
USAFA/RRAP—National Outreach Programs Branch Chief
USAFA/RROA—Admissions Personnel Support
USAFA/RRS—Directorate of Admissions, Selections Division
USAFA/SGP—Chief of Aerospace Medicine
Terms
Diversity—Broadly defined as a composite of individual characteristics, experiences and
abilities consistent with the Air Force Core Values and the Air Force Mission. Air Force
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Diversity includes but is not limited to: personal life experiences, geographic background,
socioeconomic background, cultural knowledge, educational background, work background,
language abilities, physical abilities, philosophical/spiritual perspectives, age, race, ethnicity and
gender.
The Falcon Foundation—The Falcon Foundation, a nonprofit organization headquartered in
Colorado Springs, Colorado, assists highly motivated young men and women to qualify and
compete for admission to the Air Force Academy through intensive post-high school education
at selected civilian preparatory schools. It provides partial scholarships for sponsored candidates.
The Falcon Visitation Experience—The Falcon Visitation Experience is a program that allows
highly qualified and diverse students to stay at the Air Force Academy for three nights and
experience the routine of an Air Force Academy cadet.
The Grassroots Program—The Grassroots Program was designed for cadets to spread
information about the Academy during their various vacation times (Thanksgiving, spring break,
etc.). On a voluntary basis, cadets give presentations to high schools in their hometowns,
provide materials to newspapers and arrange for interviews with television and radio stations.
This effort is intended to show local high school students successful Academy cadets while they
are still in the commissioning process.
National of the United States—An individual who owes his sole allegiance to the United
States, including all United States citizens, individuals who were born in American Samoa and
Swains Island, or were born in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands who have
made the election to be treated as a United States nationals and not as a United States citizens.
Prop and Wings Officer Program—The Air Force Academy Admissions Department has
created a program to provide USAFA alumni an avenue to give back to USAFA while also
providing a sanctioned venue to share their Academy experiences with community leaders,
school officials, middle schoolers, and prospective cadets.
United States Citizen—The following individuals are United States citizens:
- An individual born in the United States.
- An individual whose parent is a United States citizen.
- A former alien who has been naturalized as a United States citizen.
- An individual born in Puerto Rico.
- An individual born in Guam.
- An individual born in the United States Virgin Islands.
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Attachment 2
USAFA ALO ACTIVITIES
A2.1. Activities Authorized for Point Credit. ALOs should use Table A2.1. to identify and
report authorized ALO activities on Air Force Form 40A.
Table A2.1. Activities Authorized for Point Credit.
L
I
N
E
A B
Activity Title Definition
1 School Contact Contact with school personnel (e.g., personal visit,
phone call, preparation of a letter, newsletter to a
school).
2 Individual Contact Counseling or other contact on an individual basis
with students, parents, cadets, or other persons
concerning USAFA or AFROTC.
3 Student Group Contact Presentation to a group of students (e.g., scouts,
social studies class, Civil Air Patrol, student body
assembly) to provide general information about
USAFA or AFROTC.
4 Adult Group Contact Presentation to a group of adults (e.g., a civic or
religious group) to provide general information about
USAFA or AFROTC.
5 Recruiter Contact Presentation of USAFA and AFROTC information to
an Air Force recruiter. Also, attendance at recruiter
meetings.
6 Career Day Convention Participation in Career Day, College Day, or in other
types of fairs or conventions to hand out USAFA and
AFROTC information.
7 Candidate Evaluation Preparation of a candidate evaluation to include both
the writing of an evaluation and obtaining necessary
data from teachers, guidance personnel, coaches, and
other individuals.
8 Proficiency Maintenance Participation in USAFA- or AFROTC-directed
activities to maintain ALO proficiency. Includes
individual testing, meetings, and conferences.
9 Candidate Fitness Assessment.
See note.
Activity associated with the Candidate Fitness
Assessment.
10 Grass Roots. See note. Activity associated with the Grass Roots program.
11 Educator Visit Activity associated with the Educator Visit program.
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L
I
N
E
A B
Activity Title Definition
12 Parents Club Activity associated with the Parents Club program.
13 Orientation Meeting Activity associated with an orientation meeting or
other programs especially for precandidates,
candidates, and appointees to USAFA, and for
individuals in the AFROTC High School scholarship
application process.
14 Summer Seminar Activity associated with the Summer Seminar
program.
15 Public Information Activity to maintain public awareness of USAFA and
AFROTC through media (scholarship or appointment
presentation).
16 Congressional Assistance provided to a Member of Congress or
congressional staff by providing information
regarding USAFA and AFROTC or serving on a
selection committee.
17 Supply Management Activity to maintain supply program (for use by SOs
only).
18 LOD/DLOD Management Activity associated with overall management of the
ALO Program (for use by LODs and DLODs only).
Note: Include time spent preparing for an event such as the Candidate Fitness Assessment or
Grass Roots.
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Attachment 3
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR USAFA APPLICANTS
A3.1. Eligibility Requirements for USAFA applicants:
A3.1.1. Age. Must be at least 17 and not have passed their 23d birthday on 1 July of the
year of entry into USAFA. (T-0)
A3.1.2. Citizenship. Must be a citizen or national of the United States (except for students
sponsored by foreign governments under Title 10, United States Code, Section 347). (T-0)
USAFA/RRS will verify citizenship of all incoming cadets prior to administration of the oath
of appointment, (i.e. birth or nationalization certificate). (T-3) Facsimiles, copies,
photographs or otherwise of birth certificate or certificate of citizenship must include proper
certification as evidenced by the raised seal of the issuing authority. (T-3)
A3.1.3. Domicile. Must be domiciled within the boundaries of the constituency if
nominated by an authority designated in the Congressional and United States Possessions
categories. (T-0)
A3.1.4. Personal Standards. Must exhibit the highest standards of moral character, personal
conduct, and integrity. (T-0) Applicants must explain or clarify any of the following
circumstances (T-3):
A3.1.4.1. Applicant cannot be or has been a conscientious objector.
A3.1.4.2. Applicant’s appointment may not be inconsistent with national security
interests.
A3.1.4.3. Applicant may not have been convicted by court-martial of other than a “minor
offense” (MCM, 2012, Part V, paragraph 1e, page V-1) or convicted of a felony in a
civilian court.
A3.1.4.4. Applicant may not have been eliminated from any officer training program or
any preparatory school of the Army, Navy, or Air Force Academies for military
inaptitude, indifference, or undesirable traits of character. This includes any person who
resigned in lieu of impending charges or who was eliminated by official action.
A3.1.4.5. Habitual alcohol misuse or drug abuse which exceeds Air Force standards is
disqualifying.
A3.1.4.6. Behavior, activity, or association showing the applicant’s conduct may not be
incompatible with exemplary standards of personal conduct, moral character, and
integrity.
A3.1.4.7. Requests for religious accommodation by any pre-accession applicant are
handled on a case-by-case basis. Every request will be fully considered by the
appropriate authority; however, if the request is denied the Airman will be required to
comply with Air Force standards.
A3.1.5. Marital Status. Must be unmarried and have no legal obligation to support a child,
children, or any other person. (T-0)
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A3.1.6. Medical Examination. Must be medically qualified as determined by DODMERB.
(T-3) The USAFA Command Surgeon may grant waivers.
A3.1.7. Academic Examinations. Each applicant must achieve satisfactory results on the
SAT or the ACT and exhibit satisfactory performance in high school or post high school
academic programs. (T-3)
A3.1.8. Air Force Regular and Reserve members, as well as members of the Air National
Guard must have completed basic training. (T-3)
A3.1.9. Regular members of the Air Force must have at least 1 year retainability when they
enter USAFA or the Preparatory School. (T-3)
A3.1.10. All Air Force members, regardless of component, must complete Air Force Form
1786 and submit it to their unit commander. (T-3)
A3.1.11. All Air Force members are also subject to the eligibility requirements specified in
AFI36-2013, Officer Training School (OTS) and Enlisted Commissioning Programs (ECPS).
See specifically the Leaders Encouraging Airmen Development Program (LEAD). Air Force
members, Commanders, and MPFs must abide by these requirements when completing the
Air Force Form 1786.
A3.1.12. Candidate Fitness Assessment. Take and pass the Candidate Fitness Assessment.
USAFA/AD may grant waivers if the candidate clearly demonstrates an acceptable level of
physical fitness. (T-3)
A3.1.13. Body Fat. Candidates must meet body fat requirements established by USAFA or
be granted a waiver by USAFA/RR. (T-3)
A3.2. Eligibility requirements for the USAFA Preparatory School and Falcon Foundation.
A3.2.1. All eligibility requirements for the USAFA Preparatory School and Falcon
Foundation are the same as those listed in paragraph A3.1. with the following exceptions:
A3.2.2. Be at least 17 and no more than 22 years old by 1 July of the year of admission to
the Preparatory School or Falcon Foundation.
A3.2.3. Be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States able to obtain citizenship (or
Secretary of Defense waiver allowed by Title 10, United States Code, Section 532(f)) by
projected entrance date into the USAFA Cadet Wing.
A3.2.4. Normally, applicants should not have previously attended college on a full-time
basis or attended a United States Service Academy or a United States Service Academy
Preparatory School. USAFA/RR determines an applicant’s status in this regard.
A3.2.5. Members of the Air Force Reserve or Air National Guard must agree to active duty
service if admitted to the Preparatory School. (T-3) Admitted Air National Guard personnel
first transfer to the Air Force Reserve before leaving their place of residence and being called
to active duty.
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Attachment 4
USAFA NOMINATION CATEGORIES
A4.1. Congressional and United States Possessions Categories. The nominating authorities
listed below are authorized the following cumulative quotas: Note: Nominating authorities use
the on-line system for sending nominations to the Academy no later than the 31st of January
each year.
Nominating Authority Authorized Quota
United States Senators 5
United States Representatives 5
District of Columbia 5
United States Delegate Guam 4
United States Delegate Virgin Islands 4
United States Delegate American Samoa 3
(Applicants domiciled in American Samoa)
Governor of Puerto Rico 1
Resident Commissioner of Puerto Rico 5
(domiciled and native)
Resident Representative from the
Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands 3
Vice-Presidential 5
(Nominates from nation at large with dead-
line to apply 31 January)
A4.2. Military Related Nomination Categories:
A4.2.1. Presidential Competitive Category. This nomination category authorizes up to 100
appointments each year. Individuals apply to USAFA/RRS between 1 May and 31 January.
Applicants do not write directly to the President of the US. Note: For the purpose of this
instruction, children are defined as natural children of a parent and adopted children whose
adoption proceedings were initiated before their 15th birthday. To be eligible in this
category, the applicant’s parent must be or have been a Regular or Reserve member of the
Armed Forces with the following restrictions (T-0):
A4.2.1.1. On active duty (other than for training) and served continuously on active duty
for 8 years by 1 July of the year that the candidate would enter.
A4.2.1.2. Retired with pay or granted retired or retainer pay.
A4.2.1.3. Parent died after retiring with pay or died after being granted retired or retainer
pay.
A4.2.1.4. In accordance with Title 10, United States Code, Section 9342, a person
eligible for appointment consideration under the Children of Deceased or Disabled
Veterans category is not eligible as a candidate in the Presidential category.
A4.2.2. Children of Deceased or Disabled Veterans and Children of Military or Civilian
Personnel in a Missing Status Category. This category authorizes 65 cadets at USAFA at any
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one time. Individuals apply to USAFA/RRS between 1 May and 31 January. USAFA will
offer appointments by order-of-merit. Eligibility requirements are delineated in Title 10,
United States Code, Section 9342(a)(1), and the Department of Veteran Affairs is the final
determining agency for this category. Disabilities under this category must be a full 100
percent determination (T-0).
A4.2.3. Honor Air Force, Honor Military, and Honor Naval Schools designated by the
Department of the Air Force, Department of the, Army and Department of the Navy, and Air
Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) Competitive Category. This category
authorizes up to 20 appointments.
A4.2.3.1. Honor Air Force, Honor Military, and Honor Naval Schools may nominate
five honor graduates, or prospective honor graduates, from each designated Honor Air
Force, Honor Military and Honor Naval School. School authorities certify that each
nominee is a prospective honor graduate or an honor graduate, and meets the basic
eligibility requirements. School authorities submit nominations directly to the
USAFA/RRS using specific nomination forms no later than 31 January of the entry year.
Nominations are not limited to honor graduates of the current year. Eligible candidates
apply to the administrative authority of the school involved.
A4.2.3.2. AFROTC may nominate five students from each college or university
AFROTC detachment to compete for appointment. Students must apply for nomination
to the Professor of Aerospace Studies who must certify that the applicants meet the basic
eligibility requirements and have or will have satisfactorily completed at least 1 year of
scholastic work at the time of admission. The president of the institution will nominate
directly to USAFA/RRS by 31 January. (T-3)
A4.2.4. Children of Medal of Honor Recipients Category. The child of any Medal of Honor
recipient who served in any branch of the Armed Forces may apply for nomination directly
to USAFA/RRS between 1 May and 31 January. If applicants meet the eligibility criteria and
qualify for admission, they are admitted to USAFA. Appointments from this category are
unlimited. Note: For the purpose of this category, children are defined as natural children of
a parent and adopted children whose adoption proceedings were initiated before their 15th
birthday.
A4.2.5. Regular Airmen Category. This category is authorized up to 85 appointments each
year. Any enlisted member of the Regular component of the Air Force may apply for
nomination by 31 January.
A4.2.5.1. Selectees must be in active duty enlisted status when appointed as cadets and
must complete Air Force Form 1786 and submit it to their organization commander who
determines if the applicant meets the basic eligibility requirements. (T-0) If a candidate
is not qualified, the organization commander returns the application to the applicant and
explain why the applicant was disqualified.
A4.2.5.2. The organization commander advises the local Military Personnel Section to
hold any reassignment action pending selection of an appointment. Complete an
endorsement and forward Air Force Form 1786 through the Military Personnel Section to
USAFA/RRS. The commander’s endorsement must include a comprehensive statement
of the applicant’s character, ability, and motivation to become a career officer. The
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commander will use official records to verify statements in the application regarding
component, length of service, and date of birth. (T-3)
A4.2.5.3. The Military Personnel Section places the airman in assignment availability
code 05 (Application for Program Leading to a Commission) and coordinates on Air
Force Form 1786. Upon USAFA notification, the Military Personnel Section reassigns
applicants not selected. The initial application package from the technical training center
Military Personnel Section to USAFA/RRS includes the following information on all
pipeline students: name, Social Security Number, AFSC, course graduation date, follow-
on training, and end assignment.
A4.2.6. Reserve Airmen Category. This category is authorized up to 85 appointments each
year. The deadline for applications is 31 January of the entry year. Any enlisted member of
the Air Force Reserve or Air National Guard may apply for nomination by 31 January of the
entry year. Cadets in this category who were separated from USAFA without prejudice and
under honorable conditions may apply for reappointment under this category.
A4.2.6.1. Reserve category applicants must complete Air Force Form 1786 and submit it
to their organization commander. The organization commander processes the
application. (T-3)
A4.2.6.2. A Reserve applicant is not placed on active duty for the purpose of processing
him or her for a nomination or appointment to USAFA.
A4.3. Superintendent Competitive Category. The USAFA/CC may nominate fifty eligible
applicants who have not secured a nomination to USAFA from any other nominating authority.
USAFA will select highly qualified applicants from the nationwide applicant pool of qualified
alternates to fill the class.
A4.4. Foreign Students Competitive Category. Title 10, United States Code, Section 347
authorizes USAFA to provide instruction for as many as 60 foreign students at any one time.
Foreign citizens apply to their government. USAFA coordinates with United States Embassies
to ensure compliance with all admission and appointment requirements. USAFA/RRS
coordinates with USAF, Department of Defense and Department of State before forwarding
nomination invitations to each country. The application must describe the applicant’s
background and must be received by USAFA by 15 March before their desired summer
admission. Applicants must be able to read, write, and speak English proficiently in a college
environment. (T-3)
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Attachment 5
NOMINATION METHODS
A5.1. Nomination methods to fill quota vacancies in the Vice-Presidential, Congressional, and
United States Possessions Categories follow:
A5.1.1. The Principal Numbered-Alternate Method. The nominating authority indicates his
or her personal preference by designating a principal nominee and numbering up to nine
alternate nominees in order of preference. USAFA/RRS must offer the appointment to the
first fully qualified nominee. The order of preference must be honored. (T-0)
A5.1.2. The Principal Competitive-Alternate Method. The nominating authority designates
his or her principal nominee and up to nine other nominees. If the principal nominee is fully
qualified, USAFA/RRS will offer this individual the appointment; otherwise, USAFA/RRS
evaluates the applications of the alternates and offers one of the qualified alternates based on
order of merit and the needs of the Air Force.
A5.1.3. The Competitive Method. At the request of the nominating authority, the
USAFA/RRS evaluates the applications of all the nominees and offers one of the nominees
based on order of merit and needs of the Air Force.
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Attachment 6
APPOINTMENT VACANCY SELECTION
A6.1. USAFA/RRS charges appointees on behalf of the Secretary of the Air Force.
USAFA/RRS audits all charges. Selection of the charged cadets from the nominees for each
vacancy is accomplished as follows:
A6.1.1. Principal Nominee, Numbered-Alternate Method. If the Principal Nominee has
accepted appointment, he or she is charged against their nominating source vacancy.
Otherwise the highest ranked alternate accepting an appointment is charged. In instances
where a candidate received principal nominations from two different congressional sources,
the principal is normally charged to the Member of Congress who submitted the nomination
first.
A6.1.2. Principal Nominee, Competitive-Alternate Method. If the Principal nominee has
accepted appointment, he or she is charged against the nominating source vacancy.
USAFA/RRS evaluates alternates based on merit and the needs of the Air Force. If the
Principal does not meet admission criteria, the highest ranking alternate accepting an
appointment is charged.
A6.1.3. Competitive Nominee Method. USAFA/RRS evaluates the group of competitive
nominees, ranks according to merit and needs of the Air Force, and charges the highest-
ranked nominee accepting an appointment.
A6.1.4. Multiple Congressional Nominations. For candidates receiving numerous
nominations, USAFA/RRS normally charges the candidate to the congressional source.
When a candidate is nominated by several congressional sources, USAFA/RRS charges the
candidate to the slate of the congressional member where the candidate ranks the highest,
unless the candidate is the principal nominee or a numbered alternate.
A6.1.5. Other Sources of Nomination. USAFA/RRS charges all other candidates not
nominated by congressional, Vice-Presidential, or United States Possessions to that
nominating source (Presidential, AFJROTC, AFROTC, Children of Deceased or Disabled
Veterans, Medal of Honor, etc.).
A6.1.6. Multiple Congressional and Other Sources of Nomination. For appointees who
have multiple nominations, USAFA/RRS determines the appointment category to which they
are charged. Normally a cadet with both congressional and non-congressional nominations is
charged to a congressional authority. USAFA/RRS notifies the Vice-President, nominating
authorities in the Congress, and United States Possessions of their charged appointees and
other nominees who win appointments.
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Attachment 7
APPOINTEE OBLIGATIONS
A7.1. Each USAFA appointee must take the below Oath of Allegiance as an obligation of
service. (T-0) Note: The individual may omit the words “[s]o help me God,” if desired for
personal reasons.
“I (name), having been appointed an Air Force cadet in the United States Air Force, do solemnly
swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all
enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; that I take
this obligation freely, without any mental reservation or purpose of evasion; and that I will well
and faithfully discharge the duties of the office of which I am about to enter. So Help Me God.”
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Attachment 8
EVALUATING USAFA CANDIDATES AND AFROTC COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP
APPLICANTS (FORMERLY AIR FORCE INSTRUCTION 36-2249)
A8.1. As part of the selection process for AFROTC scholarships or USAFA appointments,
qualified applicants are interviewed by USAFA ALOs or AFROTC Detachment personnel.
A8.1.1. Conduct USAFA candidate interviews and complete Air Force Form 4060, USAFA
Candidate Evaluation/AFROTC Scholarship Evaluation, in accordance with the most current
edition of the USAFA ALO Handbook and policy guidance.
A8.1.2. Conduct AFROTC candidate interviews and complete Air Force Form 4060 in
accordance with the most current High School Scholarship Program Interview Handbook and
AFROTC guidance.
A8.1.3. The Air Force Form 4060 is exempt from disclosure under the Privacy Act of 1974
and, therefore, is not releasable.
A8.1.4. When completing Air Force Form 4060, support numeric evaluations with a detailed
written description. Unsupported ratings, or comments that fail to correlate with the ratings,
reduce the value of the interview as an assessment tool.
A8.1.5. Interviewers may not ask direct or indirect questions regarding race, religion,
gender, national origin or sexual orientation.
A8.1.6. The candidate interview provides an opportunity to capture and document unique
diversity aspects that may not be captured elsewhere in the application. Evaluators may
make note of candidates’ diversity of thought, interests and experiences, fluency in languages
and other aspects of interest, without violating restrictions in paragraph A8.1.5.
A8.2. Advise applicants of the following during interviews:
A8.2.1. Brief applicants on the purpose and importance of the Air Force Form 2030, USAF
Drug and Alcohol Abuse Certificate, in accordance with current USAFA and AFROTC
policy guidance. Clearly advise the applicant that any drug use or experimentation after
signing the Air Force Form 2030 will make them ineligible for a scholarship, appointment or
commission.
A8.2.2. If applicants are not United States citizens, advise them they must obtain citizenship.
(T-0) For AFROTC applicants, these actions must be complete by the last day of the first
term of their freshman year, or the scholarship will be withdrawn. (T-3) For USAFA
candidates these actions must be complete prior to in-processing for Basic Cadet Training.
(T-3)
A8.2.2.1. If applicants have dual citizenship, the applicant must be willing to renounce
their non-United States citizenship. (T-0) Dual citizenship in and of itself is not an
automatic disqualifier. Dual citizenship and particularly the exercise of dual citizenship,
to include foreign military service, is a condition raising a security concern and may be a
disqualifying factor in a security clearance eligibility determination in accordance with
Air Force Instruction 31-501, Personnel Security Program Management.
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A8.2.3. Advise applicants who are conscientious objectors they are ineligible for
appointment to USAFA or membership in AFROTC.