Eligibility

• All cadets must complete Aerospace Studies Courses with a grade of C- or above. Additionally, cadets must participate in Leadership Lab (LLABs) every semester.
   
• Cadets on scholarship must maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA and be enrolled as a full-time student.

Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA)

The PFA is administered twice each year—once in the fall and once in the spring—to ensure that all cadets maintain an adequate level of physical readiness.

Before beginning the PFA, cadets will have their Body Mass Index (BMI) evaluated. BMI is a measurement based on the relationship between a height and weight ratio.

The PFA includes three events:

• Push-ups
• Sit-ups (crunches)
• 2‑mile run

The push-up and sit-up portions are muscular endurance tests; each performed within a 60‑second time limit. The aerobic portion—the 1.5‑mile run—is scored according to how long it takes to complete the distance. A summary of minimum performance standards is listed below, with  full score charts available separately.

Minimum Requirements:

• Males: 30 push-ups*, 39 crunches*, and a 1.5‑mile run completed in 15:50.
• Females: 15 push-ups*, 35 crunches*, and a 1.5‑mile run completed in 18:56.

Form Standards:

• Push-ups: Maintain a straight back and bend the elbows to a 90‑degree angle for each repetition.
• Crunches: Keep hands crossed on the chest throughout the exercise; elbows must touch the thighs for the repetition to count.

• For visual demonstrations of proper technique, refer to the instructional YouTube video provided.

• All cadets must take and pass the Department of Defense Medical Examination Review Board medical exam.
   
• Scholarship recipients must complete the medical exam before activating a scholarship offer.