Detachment 845 Baylor University
Hosted at Baylor University · Waco, TX
AFROTC in Waco, TX runs out of Baylor University as the Detachment 845 Baylor University.
Quick facts
About this program
For cadets at Baylor University, the path to a commission runs through Detachment 845 Baylor University. The unit goes by the Bears. The detachment reports up through Air Force ROTC (Holm Center), and graduates pin on as second lieutenants in the Air Force or Space Force.
Beyond Baylor University, the unit serves cadets from McLennan Community College and Texas State Technical College under cross-enrollment agreements. Field training, drill, and Military Science classes run at the host; partner-school cadets manage the commute.
Scholarship-wise, expect the full AFROTC menu: AFROTC HSSP Type 1 (full tuition), AFROTC HSSP Type 2 ($18k cap), AFROTC HSSP Type 7 (in-state), ICSP (in-college). Academically, Baylor University is known for mathematics and applied analytics alongside biology and pre-health programs, which gives cadets a meaningful range of degree paths under the same commissioning umbrella.
Cross-town partners
| Institution | Relationship | Distance | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| McLennan Community College , TX | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Texas State Technical College , TX | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
Scholarships available
See the Air Force scholarship overview for the full slate of scholarships activatable at Detachment 845 Baylor University.
Academic programs at Baylor University
Cadets at Detachment 845 Baylor University pursue degrees across Baylor University's undergraduate catalog. Branch-preferred fields (engineering, foreign language, nursing, computer science) often carry scholarship benefits. See Baylor 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
Address: Waco, TX
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Detachment 845 Baylor University located?
- Detachment 845 Baylor University is hosted at Baylor University in Waco, TX.
- Can students at other schools join Detachment 845 Baylor University?
- Yes — Detachment 845 Baylor University accepts cross-town and partner students from 2 other institutions, including McLennan Community College, Texas State Technical College. See the cross-town partners table for distance and enrollment paths.
- Can I commission through Detachment 845 Baylor University as any major?
- Air Force programs accept students from most academic majors at Baylor University. Some scholarships and commissioning options (e.g., nursing, engineering, foreign-language) carry major requirements — confirm with the unit before declaring.
- When was Detachment 845 Baylor University founded?
- Detachment 845 Baylor University was established in 1948.
- How do I contact Detachment 845 Baylor University?
- See the contact section for current cadre information.
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