Detachment 002 Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott
Hosted at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Prescott · , AZ
AFROTC at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Prescott trains cadets for the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force in Arizona.
Quick facts
About this program
Run by cadre at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Prescott, Detachment 002 Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott is the AFROTC detachment for Arizona and surrounding Arizona. The program dates to 1976. Cadets and alumni use the unit's nickname, the Eagles, on guidons and class shirts.
Cross-town agreements bring Yavapai College and Prescott College into the detachment's footprint. Most cross-town cadets keep their primary academics at the partner school and travel to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Prescott for ROTC class and lab.
The detachment runs all standard AFROTC scholarship channels: AFROTC HSSP Type 1 (full tuition), AFROTC HSSP Type 2 ($18k cap), AFROTC HSSP Type 7 (in-state). Major-wise, cadets here cluster around engineering and physical sciences and international affairs and language study, with cadre encouraging technical degrees where the cadet's career interests fit.
Cross-town partners
| Institution | Relationship | Distance | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yavapai College , AZ | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Prescott College , AZ | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
Scholarships available
See the Air Force scholarship overview for the full slate of scholarships activatable at Detachment 002 Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott.
Academic programs at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Prescott
Cadets at Detachment 002 Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott pursue degrees across Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Prescott's undergraduate catalog. Branch-preferred fields (engineering, foreign language, nursing, computer science) often carry scholarship benefits. See Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Prescott'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: , AZ
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Detachment 002 Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott located?
- Detachment 002 Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott is hosted at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Prescott in , AZ.
- Can students at other schools join Detachment 002 Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott?
- Yes — Detachment 002 Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott accepts cross-town and partner students from 2 other institutions, including Yavapai College, Prescott College. See the cross-town partners table for distance and enrollment paths.
- Can I commission through Detachment 002 Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott as any major?
- Air Force programs accept students from most academic majors at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Prescott. Some scholarships and commissioning options (e.g., nursing, engineering, foreign-language) carry major requirements — confirm with the unit before declaring.
- When was Detachment 002 Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott founded?
- Detachment 002 Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott was established in 1976.
- How do I contact Detachment 002 Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott?
- See the contact section for current cadre information.
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