Detachment 470 University of Nebraska at Omaha
Hosted at University of Nebraska Omaha · Omaha, NE
Detachment 470 University of Nebraska at Omaha hosts AFROTC at University of Nebraska Omaha and 5 partner schools across Nebraska.
Quick facts
About this program
Detachment 470 University of Nebraska at Omaha is the AFROTC detachment hosted at University of Nebraska Omaha in Omaha, Nebraska. Cadre have commissioned U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force officers from this campus since 1972.
The detachment pulls cadets from Creighton University, Bellevue University, College of Saint Mary, and Metropolitan Community College 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 Nebraska Omaha 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creighton University , NE | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Bellevue University , NE | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| College of Saint Mary , NE | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Metropolitan Community College , NE | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Iowa Western Community College , NE | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
Scholarships available
See the Air Force scholarship overview for the full slate of scholarships activatable at Detachment 470 University of Nebraska at Omaha.
Academic programs at University of Nebraska Omaha
Cadets at Detachment 470 University of Nebraska at Omaha pursue degrees across University of Nebraska Omaha's undergraduate catalog. Branch-preferred fields (engineering, foreign language, nursing, computer science) often carry scholarship benefits. See University of Nebraska Omaha'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: Omaha, NE
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Detachment 470 University of Nebraska at Omaha located?
- Detachment 470 University of Nebraska at Omaha is hosted at University of Nebraska Omaha in Omaha, NE.
- Can students at other schools join Detachment 470 University of Nebraska at Omaha?
- Yes — Detachment 470 University of Nebraska at Omaha accepts cross-town and partner students from 5 other institutions, including Creighton University, Bellevue University, College of Saint Mary, Metropolitan Community College. See the cross-town partners table for distance and enrollment paths.
- Can I commission through Detachment 470 University of Nebraska at Omaha as any major?
- Air Force programs accept students from most academic majors at University of Nebraska Omaha. Some scholarships and commissioning options (e.g., nursing, engineering, foreign-language) carry major requirements — confirm with the unit before declaring.
- When was Detachment 470 University of Nebraska at Omaha founded?
- Detachment 470 University of Nebraska at Omaha was established in 1972.
- How do I contact Detachment 470 University of Nebraska at Omaha?
- See the contact section for current cadre information.
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