Detachment 605 Wake Forest University
Hosted at Wake Forest University · Winston-Salem, NC
Since 1951, Detachment 605 Wake Forest University has run AFROTC at Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, NC.
Quick facts
About this program
Detachment 605 Wake Forest University is the AFROTC detachment hosted at Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Cadre have commissioned U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force officers from this campus since 1951.
The detachment pulls cadets from Salem College, Winston-Salem State University, University of North Carolina School of the Arts, and Forsyth Technical 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). Wake Forest University 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem College , NC | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Winston-Salem State University , NC | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| University of North Carolina School of the Arts , NC | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Forsyth Technical Community College , NC | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| High Point University , NC | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| North Carolina A&T State University Greensboro, NC | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| University of North Carolina at Greensboro , NC | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Bennett College , NC | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Guilford College , NC | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Elon University , NC | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
Scholarships available
See the Air Force scholarship overview for the full slate of scholarships activatable at Detachment 605 Wake Forest University.
Academic programs at Wake Forest University
Cadets at Detachment 605 Wake Forest University pursue degrees across Wake Forest University's undergraduate catalog. Branch-preferred fields (engineering, foreign language, nursing, computer science) often carry scholarship benefits. See Wake Forest University'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: Winston-Salem, NC
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Detachment 605 Wake Forest University located?
- Detachment 605 Wake Forest University is hosted at Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, NC.
- Can students at other schools join Detachment 605 Wake Forest University?
- Yes — Detachment 605 Wake Forest University accepts cross-town and partner students from 10 other institutions, including Salem College, Winston-Salem State University, University of North Carolina School of the Arts, Forsyth Technical Community College. See the cross-town partners table for distance and enrollment paths.
- Can I commission through Detachment 605 Wake Forest University as any major?
- Air Force programs accept students from most academic majors at Wake Forest University. Some scholarships and commissioning options (e.g., nursing, engineering, foreign-language) carry major requirements — confirm with the unit before declaring.
- When was Detachment 605 Wake Forest University founded?
- Detachment 605 Wake Forest University was established in 1951.
- How do I contact Detachment 605 Wake Forest University?
- See the contact section for current cadre information.
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