From online learning to creating a new routine at home, the USAFA Family is here for you! From graduates and parents to just friends of the Academy, this website provides resources that showcase the love and support from the USAFA Family around the world. Continually check in for updates and more!

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Cadet Corner

As a Cadet progresses from C4C to C1C, there are some notable events and accomplishments along the way:

In-processing Each June, In-processing Day (I-Day) begins with four-degree (freshman) being dropped off at the Holiday Athletic Center where they begin immediately receiving instruction from upper classmen. They’ll also head up the Core Values Ramp for the first time. Appointees take the Oath of Office and become Basic Cadets. The day also includes haircuts, immunizations, and the issuance of uniforms and dorms. The Commandant of Cadets conducts a ceremonial class Swearing In ceremony the following day, formally kicking off 6-weeks of Basic Cadet Training (BCT).

​Basic Cadet TrainingThis six-week program guides the transformation of new cadets, also known as Basic Cadets, from being civilians to military academy cadets prepared to enter a four-year officer commissioning program. With a commitment to pushing physical, emotional and mental limits, Basic Cadets will develop into highly disciplined, physically fit fourth-class cadets (freshman), ready to be accepted into the Cadet Wing.

Accptance Day - August
This represents a Doolie's first achievement at USAFA.  It formalizes their transition from basic trainees to cadet fourth class as the complete BCT, or Basic Cadet Training.

Parents’ Weekend
Every year Parents’ Weekend takes place over the Labor Day weekend. It offers an exciting opportunity for cadets to connect with their families for the first time following Basic Cadet Training (BCT). There are many activities designed to orient families and guests to their cadet’s new life in the military. These include a senior leader panel, aerial demonstrations, Cadet Wing parade, information fair, and football kickoff game.

Recognition Day - March
This event marks the first major milestone for freshmen as they transition from fourth-class cadets, or C4Cs, to the status of upper classmen.

Exemplar Dinner - Fall
As third-class cadets, C3Cs will choose someone that "exemplifies" the core values of USAFA.  This milestone will be commemorated at a formal dinner supported by the Spirit Mission Committee.
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Commitment Dinner
As second-class cadets, C2Cs attend the Commitment dinner to celebrate their commitment to serve time in the active duty Air Force.  Legacy Class members are invited to attend.

Ring Dance
For the C2Cs, Ring Dance takes place the Friday evening prior to Graduation for the current class.  Members of the Legacy Class are again invited to attend the Dining-Out where they eat, listen to a guest speaker, and the Graduating Class watch the C2Cs receive their rings.
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100's Night and Graduation
For the C1Cs, 100's Night takes place approximately 100 nights before graduation.  It is an opportunity for the first-class cadets to join with the Legacy Class and celebrate 100 days to graduation and commission as second lieutenants.  Cadets also receive their base assignments and are given liberty for the weekend to celebrate.

Future Cadets

Summer Seminar
Summer Seminar offers a unique opportunity to get the Academy experience first hand. Specially designed for High School Juniors heading into their senior year. You can apply online December 1 and January 15.
Click HERE for the Summer Seminar page on the Academy Admissions site.

Future Falcons
If you are a Freshman, Sophomore or current Middle School student who will be graduating from high school between 2025 and 2028 and wish to keep in touch with the United States Air Force Academy, click HERE for the Future Falcons page on the Academy Admissions site.
This program is designed for students in 6th grade through your first semester of your junior year. Once you register, we will place your name in a database and send you periodic mailings. The mailings are designed to keep you informed about the Academy and updated on what you need to be doing to be competitive for an appointment to the Academy.


Click HERE to find your ALO (Admission Liaison Officer)

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ACADEMY Admissions

Important Application Dates
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Class of 2030 Handbook

Welcome to the Class of 2030! Choosing to attend the Air Force Academy means that you will begin an incredible and transformative journey toward joining our long blue line of graduates and becoming a leader of character. Choosing to attend our Academy means that you are ready to commit yourself to our high standards. It means that you will be dedicated to our core values as a way of life: Integrity First. Service Before Self. Excellence in All We Do. It means that you will adhere without question to our cadet honor code: we will not lie, steal, or cheat, nor tolerate among us anyone who does. And it means that right now, you are committing yourself to a culture of dignity and respect. Please continue reading through this packet and pay special attention to what you need to complete prior to arriving at the Academy, as well as the checklists. These items will ensure there is no delay of or non-entry into the Academy.


​2030 Appointee Handbook
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Helping Agencies

Explore all of the resources and support services available to cadets.
​We're here to help!  

helping agencies

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​STAY CONNECTED FROM HOME

What is the mailing address for my cadet?
If you are mailing anything to your cadet via the US Postal Service, you should address it as follows:
Cadet First name Last name
PO Box XXXX (your Cadet's Box No.)
USAF Academy CO 80841-XXXX (again, your Cadet's Box No.)
Cadet Shipping by Amazon
Address to use for packages from Amazon:Cadets living in Sijan Hall use the Amazon Hub Locker- SijanCadets living in Vandenberg Hall use the Amazon Hub Locker – Enrico
PAKMAIL (FORMALLY KNOWN AS “THE PACKAGE STOP”)
Owner and operator JOE ROGERS, USAFA Phone 719-472-8552
New Operating Hours Starting Monday, 8 September
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 1430-1730
Tuesday and Thursday 1200-1500

PAKMAIL ALSO PACKS AND SHIPS YOUR GOODS UPS/FedEx/DHL, $3.00 fee per package pickup
Address as follows :
CADET NAME, PO BOX# xxxx
PAKMAIL
2630 Vandenberg Drive
USAFA, CO 80840-XXXX

What is my cadets email address?
The email address for cadets attending USAFA is:
letter "c" for class; 2-digit graduation year; [email protected]. Remember there is a period between firstname & lastname.
Example: Cadet John Smith will graduate in 2011, so his email address is: [email protected]

How do I buy a bus ticket so my cadet can get to the airport?
You can buy a bus ticket from USAFA Cadet Services. Reservations can be made by calling the Vandenberg Hall office (719) 333-4602  or by the cadets in person located in Vandenberg Hall Room 1C15. Parents can pay for the buses by phone using a credit card. Click Here for Vandenberg Outdoor Recreation Center

How do I join USAFA Parent's Club of Northeastern Ohio?
Click on the Membership page and sign up via paypal or print out a paper application and mail it to the Treasurer

I want to help, what volunteer opportunities are available?
​Contact one of the officers listed on the "Contact Us" page or attend ​