Detachment 810 University of Memphis
Hosted at University of Memphis · Memphis, TN
AFROTC in Memphis, TN runs out of University of Memphis as the Detachment 810 University of Memphis.
Quick facts
About this program
Operating out of University of Memphis, Detachment 810 University of Memphis commissions cadets into the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force under Air Force ROTC (Holm Center). Cadre and cadets commonly identify by the unit's nickname — the Tigers. The program traces its lineage on this campus to 1972.
Cadets from Christian Brothers University, Rhodes College, LeMoyne-Owen College, and Southwest Tennessee Community College cross-enroll into Detachment 810 University of Memphis on a typical once-per-week schedule, with leadership labs, PT, and Military Science classes held on the University of Memphis campus. AFROTC General Military Course (GMC) and Professional Officer Course (POC) blocks both flow through the host detachment, with consortium shuttles or carpools handling the commute.
Funding paths into this detachment include AFROTC HSSP Type 1 (full tuition) and AFROTC HSSP Type 2 ($18k cap), with AFROTC HSSP Type 7 (in-state) also available. University of Memphis's academic strengths in nursing and health professions and biology and pre-health programs give contracted cadets flexible major options on either side of the technical/non-technical line.
Cross-town partners
| Institution | Relationship | Distance | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Brothers University , TN | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Rhodes College , TN | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| LeMoyne-Owen College , TN | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Southwest Tennessee Community College , TN | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
Scholarships available
See the Air Force scholarship overview for the full slate of scholarships activatable at Detachment 810 University of Memphis.
Academic programs at University of Memphis
Cadets at Detachment 810 University of Memphis pursue degrees across University of Memphis's undergraduate catalog. Branch-preferred fields (engineering, foreign language, nursing, computer science) often carry scholarship benefits. See University of Memphis'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: Memphis, TN
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Detachment 810 University of Memphis located?
- Detachment 810 University of Memphis is hosted at University of Memphis in Memphis, TN.
- Can students at other schools join Detachment 810 University of Memphis?
- Yes — Detachment 810 University of Memphis accepts cross-town and partner students from 4 other institutions, including Christian Brothers University, Rhodes College, LeMoyne-Owen College, Southwest Tennessee Community College. See the cross-town partners table for distance and enrollment paths.
- Can I commission through Detachment 810 University of Memphis as any major?
- Air Force programs accept students from most academic majors at University of Memphis. Some scholarships and commissioning options (e.g., nursing, engineering, foreign-language) carry major requirements — confirm with the unit before declaring.
- When was Detachment 810 University of Memphis founded?
- Detachment 810 University of Memphis was established in 1972.
- How do I contact Detachment 810 University of Memphis?
- See the contact section for current cadre information.
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