Detachment 030 Arizona State University-Tempe
Hosted at Arizona State University · Tempe, AZ
Since 1951, Detachment 030 Arizona State University-Tempe has run AFROTC at Arizona State University in Tempe, AZ.
Quick facts
About this program
Detachment 030 Arizona State University-Tempe is the AFROTC detachment hosted at Arizona State University in Tempe, Arizona. Cadre have commissioned U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force officers from this campus since 1951.
The detachment pulls cadets from Grand Canyon University, Mesa Community College, Phoenix College, and Maricopa Community Colleges alongside its host enrollment. GMC and POC coursework is taught in the host classrooms; cross-town cadets ride consortium shuttles or self-commute to PT and labs.
Cadets can pursue AFROTC HSSP Type 1 (full tuition) or, once on contract, AFROTC HSSP Type 2 ($18k cap). Arizona State University brings academic depth in computer science and cybersecurity, and the unit aligns major selection with branch-board competitiveness.
Cross-town partners
| Institution | Relationship | Distance | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maricopa Community Colleges , AZ | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Mesa Community College Mesa, AZ | cross-town | 4.1 mi | — |
| Phoenix College Phoenix, AZ | cross-town | 9.9 mi | — |
| Grand Canyon University Phoenix, AZ | cross-town | 13.1 mi | — |
Scholarships available
Tuition + fees capped at $18,000/yr, plus $900/yr textbook allowance and monthly stipend ($300-$500); may convert to a housing scholarship (up to $10,000/yr). AY27-28 minimums: SAT 1310 / ACT 28 / CLT 93, GPA 3.3. Window: July 1 - December 11, 2026. Award type is fixed at selection - no upgrades.
Service obligation: 4 years
In-College Scholarship Program for freshmen/sophomores already enrolled in AFROTC. Merit-based with fall and spring selection phases; same capped/uncapped structure as HSSP plus the $10,000/yr housing conversion. The General Charles McGee Leadership Award (CMLA) covers non-scholarship cadets who receive an enrollment allocation.
Service obligation: 4 years
Tuition + fees capped at $36,000/yr, plus $900/yr textbook allowance and monthly stipend ($300-$500); may convert to a housing scholarship (up to $10,000/yr). Type 4 replaced the old in-state Type 7 award in the current HSSP structure. AY27-28 minimums: SAT 1310 / ACT 28 / CLT 93, GPA 3.3. Window: July 1 - December 11, 2026.
Service obligation: 4 years
Full tuition with no cap + $900/yr textbook allowance + monthly stipend ($300 freshman to $500 senior); may convert to a housing scholarship (up to $10,000/yr). Most competitive tier. AY27-28 minimums: SAT 1310 / ACT 28 / CLT 93, unweighted GPA 3.3, single test sitting. Window: July 1 - December 11, 2026; two boards (Oct 2026, Mar 2027). 4-year active-duty obligation (longer for rated career fields).
Service obligation: 4 years
Academic programs at Arizona State University
Cadets at Detachment 030 Arizona State University-Tempe pursue degrees across Arizona State University's undergraduate catalog. Branch-preferred fields (engineering, foreign language, nursing, computer science) often carry scholarship benefits. See Arizona State University's profile →
Training & summer
AFROTC cadets complete Field Training (FT) between sophomore and junior years at Maxwell AFB. Optional summer programs include Project GO language immersion and Operation Air Force shadowing.
Contact & location
Site: https://afrotc.asu.edu
Address: Tempe, AZ 85287
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Detachment 030 Arizona State University-Tempe located?
- Detachment 030 Arizona State University-Tempe is hosted at Arizona State University in Tempe, AZ 85287.
- Can students at other schools join Detachment 030 Arizona State University-Tempe?
- Yes — Detachment 030 Arizona State University-Tempe accepts cross-town and partner students from 4 other institutions, including Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community College, Phoenix College, Grand Canyon University. See the cross-town partners table for distance and enrollment paths.
- Can I commission through Detachment 030 Arizona State University-Tempe as any major?
- Air Force programs accept students from most academic majors at Arizona State University. Some scholarships and commissioning options (e.g., nursing, engineering, foreign-language) carry major requirements — confirm with the unit before declaring.
- When was Detachment 030 Arizona State University-Tempe founded?
- Detachment 030 Arizona State University-Tempe was established in 1951.
- How do I contact Detachment 030 Arizona State University-Tempe?
- Official site: https://afrotc.asu.edu.
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