Detachment 465B University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Hosted at University of Nevada, Las Vegas · Las Vegas, NV
AFROTC in Las Vegas, NV runs out of University of Nevada, Las Vegas as the Detachment 465B University of Nevada-Las Vegas.
Quick facts
About this program
For cadets at University of Nevada, Las Vegas, the path to a commission runs through Detachment 465B University of Nevada-Las Vegas. The unit goes by the Rebels. 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 Nevada, Las Vegas, the unit serves cadets from Nevada State College, College of Southern Nevada, and Touro University Nevada 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 Nevada, Las Vegas 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nevada State College , NV | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| College of Southern Nevada , NV | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Touro University Nevada , NV | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
Scholarships available
See the Air Force scholarship overview for the full slate of scholarships activatable at Detachment 465B University of Nevada-Las Vegas.
Academic programs at University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Cadets at Detachment 465B University of Nevada-Las Vegas pursue degrees across University of Nevada, Las Vegas's undergraduate catalog. Branch-preferred fields (engineering, foreign language, nursing, computer science) often carry scholarship benefits. See University of Nevada, Las Vegas'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: Las Vegas, NV
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Detachment 465B University of Nevada-Las Vegas located?
- Detachment 465B University of Nevada-Las Vegas is hosted at University of Nevada, Las Vegas in Las Vegas, NV.
- Can students at other schools join Detachment 465B University of Nevada-Las Vegas?
- Yes — Detachment 465B University of Nevada-Las Vegas accepts cross-town and partner students from 3 other institutions, including Nevada State College, College of Southern Nevada, Touro University Nevada. See the cross-town partners table for distance and enrollment paths.
- Can I commission through Detachment 465B University of Nevada-Las Vegas as any major?
- Air Force programs accept students from most academic majors at University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Some scholarships and commissioning options (e.g., nursing, engineering, foreign-language) carry major requirements — confirm with the unit before declaring.
- When was Detachment 465B University of Nevada-Las Vegas founded?
- Detachment 465B University of Nevada-Las Vegas was established in 1972.
- How do I contact Detachment 465B University of Nevada-Las Vegas?
- See the contact section for current cadre information.
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