Detachment 311 University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Hosted at University of Louisiana at Lafayette · Lafayette, LA
Det 311 at University of Louisiana at Lafayette serves a 2-school AFROTC consortium in Louisiana.
Quick facts
About this program
For cadets at University of Louisiana at Lafayette, the path to a commission runs through Detachment 311 University of Louisiana at Lafayette. The unit goes by the Ragin' Cajuns. The detachment reports up through Air Force ROTC (Holm Center), and graduates pin on as second lieutenants in the Air Force or Space Force.
Beyond University of Louisiana at Lafayette, the unit serves cadets from South Louisiana Community College under cross-enrollment agreements. Field training, drill, and Military Science classes run at the host; partner-school cadets manage the commute.
Scholarship-wise, expect the full AFROTC menu: AFROTC HSSP Type 1 (full tuition), AFROTC HSSP Type 2 ($18k cap), AFROTC HSSP Type 7 (in-state), ICSP (in-college). Academically, University of Louisiana at Lafayette is known for mathematics and applied analytics alongside engineering and physical sciences, which gives cadets a meaningful range of degree paths under the same commissioning umbrella.
Cross-town partners
| Institution | Relationship | Distance | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Louisiana Community College , LA | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
Scholarships available
See the Air Force scholarship overview for the full slate of scholarships activatable at Detachment 311 University of Louisiana at Lafayette.
Academic programs at University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Cadets at Detachment 311 University of Louisiana at Lafayette pursue degrees across University of Louisiana at Lafayette's undergraduate catalog. Branch-preferred fields (engineering, foreign language, nursing, computer science) often carry scholarship benefits. See University of Louisiana at Lafayette'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: Lafayette, LA
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Detachment 311 University of Louisiana at Lafayette located?
- Detachment 311 University of Louisiana at Lafayette is hosted at University of Louisiana at Lafayette in Lafayette, LA.
- Can students at other schools join Detachment 311 University of Louisiana at Lafayette?
- Yes — Detachment 311 University of Louisiana at Lafayette accepts cross-town and partner students from 1 other institution, including South Louisiana Community College. See the cross-town partners table for distance and enrollment paths.
- Can I commission through Detachment 311 University of Louisiana at Lafayette as any major?
- Air Force programs accept students from most academic majors at University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Some scholarships and commissioning options (e.g., nursing, engineering, foreign-language) carry major requirements — confirm with the unit before declaring.
- When was Detachment 311 University of Louisiana at Lafayette founded?
- Detachment 311 University of Louisiana at Lafayette was established in 1951.
- How do I contact Detachment 311 University of Louisiana at Lafayette?
- See the contact section for current cadre information.
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