Detachment 290 University of Kentucky
Hosted at University of Kentucky · Lexington, KY
AFROTC in Lexington, KY runs out of University of Kentucky as the Detachment 290 University of Kentucky.
Quick facts
About this program
Detachment 290 University of Kentucky is the AFROTC detachment hosted at University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Cadre have commissioned U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force officers from this campus since 1947.
The detachment pulls cadets from Transylvania University, Bluegrass Community and Technical College, Asbury University, and Eastern Kentucky 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 Kentucky 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transylvania University , KY | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Bluegrass Community and Technical College , KY | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Asbury University , KY | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Eastern Kentucky University , KY | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
Scholarships available
See the Air Force scholarship overview for the full slate of scholarships activatable at Detachment 290 University of Kentucky.
Academic programs at University of Kentucky
Cadets at Detachment 290 University of Kentucky pursue degrees across University of Kentucky's undergraduate catalog. Branch-preferred fields (engineering, foreign language, nursing, computer science) often carry scholarship benefits. See University of Kentucky'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: Lexington, KY
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Detachment 290 University of Kentucky located?
- Detachment 290 University of Kentucky is hosted at University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY.
- Can students at other schools join Detachment 290 University of Kentucky?
- Yes — Detachment 290 University of Kentucky accepts cross-town and partner students from 4 other institutions, including Transylvania University, Bluegrass Community and Technical College, Asbury University, Eastern Kentucky University. See the cross-town partners table for distance and enrollment paths.
- Can I commission through Detachment 290 University of Kentucky as any major?
- Air Force programs accept students from most academic majors at University of Kentucky. Some scholarships and commissioning options (e.g., nursing, engineering, foreign-language) carry major requirements — confirm with the unit before declaring.
- When was Detachment 290 University of Kentucky founded?
- Detachment 290 University of Kentucky was established in 1947.
- How do I contact Detachment 290 University of Kentucky?
- See the contact section for current cadre information.
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