Detachment 465 University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Hosted at University of Nebraska–Lincoln · Lincoln, NE
AFROTC Detachment 465 sits at University of Nebraska–Lincoln and serves cadets across Nebraska.
Quick facts
About this program
Operating out of University of Nebraska–Lincoln, Detachment 465 University of Nebraska-Lincoln 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 Cornhuskers. The program traces its lineage on this campus to 1947.
Cadets from Nebraska Wesleyan University, Doane University, Southeast Community College, and Union College cross-enroll into Detachment 465 University of Nebraska-Lincoln on a typical once-per-week schedule, with leadership labs, PT, and Military Science classes held on the University of Nebraska–Lincoln 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 Nebraska–Lincoln'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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nebraska Wesleyan University , NE | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Doane University , NE | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Southeast Community College , NE | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Union College , NY | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
Scholarships available
See the Air Force scholarship overview for the full slate of scholarships activatable at Detachment 465 University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
Academic programs at University of Nebraska–Lincoln
Cadets at Detachment 465 University of Nebraska-Lincoln pursue degrees across University of Nebraska–Lincoln's undergraduate catalog. Branch-preferred fields (engineering, foreign language, nursing, computer science) often carry scholarship benefits. See University of Nebraska–Lincoln'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: Lincoln, NE
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Detachment 465 University of Nebraska-Lincoln located?
- Detachment 465 University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hosted at University of Nebraska–Lincoln in Lincoln, NE.
- Can students at other schools join Detachment 465 University of Nebraska-Lincoln?
- Yes — Detachment 465 University of Nebraska-Lincoln accepts cross-town and partner students from 4 other institutions, including Nebraska Wesleyan University, Doane University, Southeast Community College, Union College. See the cross-town partners table for distance and enrollment paths.
- Can I commission through Detachment 465 University of Nebraska-Lincoln as any major?
- Air Force programs accept students from most academic majors at University of Nebraska–Lincoln. Some scholarships and commissioning options (e.g., nursing, engineering, foreign-language) carry major requirements — confirm with the unit before declaring.
- When was Detachment 465 University of Nebraska-Lincoln founded?
- Detachment 465 University of Nebraska-Lincoln was established in 1947.
- How do I contact Detachment 465 University of Nebraska-Lincoln?
- See the contact section for current cadre information.
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