Detachment 020 Tuskegee University
Hosted at Tuskegee University · Tuskegee, AL
AFROTC in Alabama runs out of Tuskegee University as the Detachment 020 Tuskegee University.
Quick facts
About this program
Detachment 020 Tuskegee University is the AFROTC detachment hosted at Tuskegee University in Alabama. Cadre have commissioned U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force officers from this campus since 1972.
The detachment pulls cadets from Auburn University and Alabama State University 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). Tuskegee 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn University Auburn, AL | cross-town | 18.1 mi | — |
| Alabama State University Montgomery, AL | cross-town | 34.6 mi | — |
Scholarships available
Caps tuition + fees at $18k/year. Competitive tier just below Type 1.
Service obligation: 4 years
Awarded to enrolled cadets, typically late freshman / early sophomore year.
Service obligation: 4 years
Pays in-state tuition + fees at participating public universities; popular award size.
Service obligation: 4 years
High School Scholarship Program Type 1 covers full tuition + most fees at any participating school. Most competitive tier.
Service obligation: 4 years
Academic programs at Tuskegee University
Cadets at Detachment 020 Tuskegee University pursue degrees across Tuskegee University's undergraduate catalog. Branch-preferred fields (engineering, foreign language, nursing, computer science) often carry scholarship benefits. See Tuskegee 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
Email: lcepero@tuskegee.edu
Phone: 334-727-8372
Site: https://www.tuskegee.edu/afrotc
Address: Tuskegee, AL 36088-1920
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Detachment 020 Tuskegee University located?
- Detachment 020 Tuskegee University is hosted at Tuskegee University in Tuskegee, AL 36088-1920.
- What's the corps size at Detachment 020 Tuskegee University?
- Detachment 020 Tuskegee University has an approximate corps size of 15 cadets.
- Can students at other schools join Detachment 020 Tuskegee University?
- Yes — Detachment 020 Tuskegee University accepts cross-town and partner students from 2 other institutions, including Auburn University, Alabama State University. See the cross-town partners table for distance and enrollment paths.
- Can I commission through Detachment 020 Tuskegee University as any major?
- Air Force programs accept students from most academic majors at Tuskegee University. Some scholarships and commissioning options (e.g., nursing, engineering, foreign-language) carry major requirements — confirm with the unit before declaring.
- When was Detachment 020 Tuskegee University founded?
- Detachment 020 Tuskegee University was established in 1972.
- How do I contact Detachment 020 Tuskegee University?
- Reach the unit at lcepero@tuskegee.edu. Phone: 334-727-8372. Official site: https://www.tuskegee.edu/afrotc.
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