Detachment 485 Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Hosted at Rutgers University-New Brunswick · New Brunswick, NJ
AFROTC at Rutgers University-New Brunswick commissions officers alongside Princeton University cross-town students.
Quick facts
About this program
Detachment 485 Rutgers University-New Brunswick is the AFROTC detachment hosted at Rutgers University-New Brunswick in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Cadre have commissioned U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force officers from this campus since 1947.
The detachment pulls cadets from Princeton University, Rider University, The College of New Jersey, and Middlesex College 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). Rutgers University-New Brunswick 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princeton University , NJ | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Rider University , NJ | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| The College of New Jersey , NJ | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Middlesex College , NJ | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Mercer County Community College , NJ | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Raritan Valley Community College , NJ | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
Scholarships available
See the Air Force scholarship overview for the full slate of scholarships activatable at Detachment 485 Rutgers University-New Brunswick.
Academic programs at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Cadets at Detachment 485 Rutgers University-New Brunswick pursue degrees across Rutgers University-New Brunswick's undergraduate catalog. Branch-preferred fields (engineering, foreign language, nursing, computer science) often carry scholarship benefits. See Rutgers University-New Brunswick'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: New Brunswick, NJ
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Detachment 485 Rutgers University-New Brunswick located?
- Detachment 485 Rutgers University-New Brunswick is hosted at Rutgers University-New Brunswick in New Brunswick, NJ.
- Can students at other schools join Detachment 485 Rutgers University-New Brunswick?
- Yes — Detachment 485 Rutgers University-New Brunswick accepts cross-town and partner students from 6 other institutions, including Princeton University, Rider University, The College of New Jersey, Middlesex College. See the cross-town partners table for distance and enrollment paths.
- Can I commission through Detachment 485 Rutgers University-New Brunswick as any major?
- Air Force programs accept students from most academic majors at Rutgers University-New Brunswick. Some scholarships and commissioning options (e.g., nursing, engineering, foreign-language) carry major requirements — confirm with the unit before declaring.
- When was Detachment 485 Rutgers University-New Brunswick founded?
- Detachment 485 Rutgers University-New Brunswick was established in 1947.
- How do I contact Detachment 485 Rutgers University-New Brunswick?
- See the contact section for current cadre information.
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