All new cadets are required to attend orientation to join the program.

Spring 2025 orientation will be held on 9 January from 0930-1230 in the ROTC Center, located at 513 Pickens St., Columbia, SC 29208.

Register for NSOP here.

What to do before orientation:

• Complete your AFROTC Application online at: https://wings.holmcenter.com using the AFROTC Applicant Guide.
• Enroll in your AEROSPACE courses:
• Four Year Program (AS100s) - AERO 101 and 101L
• Three Year Program (AS250s) - AERO 101, 201 and 201L

What to bring to orientation:

• Original Birth Certificate
• Original Social Security Card
• Completed AFROTC Form 28 Sports Physical (not needed if you have a qualified DODMERB)
• Print out of Degree Works from Self Service Carolina
• Print out SAT/ACT scores (from collegeboard.org or ACT.org)
• Prior College transcript (if applicable)
• Copy of JROTC/CAP/Scout certification (if applicable)
• Selective service number (males over 18 only www.sss.gov) 
• DD4 enlistment contract (for current and prior service members)
• DD214 (for discharged service member)