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Detachment 130 University of Delaware

Hosted at University of Delaware · , DE

Since 1947, Detachment 130 University of Delaware has run AFROTC at University of Delaware in Delaware.

Detachment 130 University of Delaware

Quick facts

Cross-town partners3
Approximate corps size0
Annual commissions0
Founded1947
NicknameBlue Hens
Unit designation130
Recent awardsAFROTC Holm Center Right-of-Line Award nominee (2025), Region-level Warrior Flight recognition (2024)

About this program

Detachment 130 University of Delaware is the AFROTC detachment hosted at University of Delaware in Delaware. Cadre have commissioned U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force officers from this campus since 1947.

The detachment pulls cadets from Delaware State University, Wesley College, and Wilmington 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). University of Delaware brings academic depth in computer science and cybersecurity, and the unit aligns major selection with branch-board competitiveness.

Cross-town partners

InstitutionRelationshipDistanceNotes
Delaware State University
Dover, DE
cross-town0.0 mi
Wesley College
, DE
cross-town0.0 mi
Wilmington University
, DE
cross-town0.0 mi

Scholarships available

See the Air Force scholarship overview for the full slate of scholarships activatable at Detachment 130 University of Delaware.

Academic programs at University of Delaware

Cadets at Detachment 130 University of Delaware pursue degrees across University of Delaware's undergraduate catalog. Branch-preferred fields (engineering, foreign language, nursing, computer science) often carry scholarship benefits. See University of Delaware'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: , DE

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Detachment 130 University of Delaware located?
Detachment 130 University of Delaware is hosted at University of Delaware in , DE.
Can students at other schools join Detachment 130 University of Delaware?
Yes — Detachment 130 University of Delaware accepts cross-town and partner students from 3 other institutions, including Delaware State University, Wesley College, Wilmington University. See the cross-town partners table for distance and enrollment paths.
Can I commission through Detachment 130 University of Delaware as any major?
Air Force programs accept students from most academic majors at University of Delaware. Some scholarships and commissioning options (e.g., nursing, engineering, foreign-language) carry major requirements — confirm with the unit before declaring.
When was Detachment 130 University of Delaware founded?
Detachment 130 University of Delaware was established in 1947.
How do I contact Detachment 130 University of Delaware?
See the contact section for current cadre information.

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