How to Join AFROTC Detachment 105A

Enroll as a full-time student at UCCS.

• Create your WINGS account
  • Go to the WINGS Portal and create your account.
  • Follow the WINGS Account Creation Guide for step-by-step instructions.
• Complete your WINGS application
  • Enter all required information and complete each applicable section in WINGS.
  • Review the list of required enrollment documents and ensure each document is complete and accurate.
• Upload all required documents
  • Upload all required documents in the Supporting Documents section of WINGS.
  • After uploading, documents may display as PENDING while AFROTC cadre review them.
  • You do not need to wait for your documents to show as APPROVED before continuing to the next enrollment step unless specifically directed by cadre.

Important: Uploading a document does not necessarily mean it has been accepted. Continue to monitor your WINGS account and email for requests to correct, replace, or provide additional documentation.

Most AFROTC in-processing requirements can be completed electronically through WINGS. Continue completing all assigned actions and uploading required documentation in your WINGS account.

If you have questions, encounter problems with WINGS, or are directed by cadre to complete an action in person, email or call Detachment 105A to schedule an appointment.

If an In-Person Appointment Is Required

• Location
  • University of Colorado Colorado Springs
    Osborne Center for Science & Engineering (OCSE), Room A-331
    1420 Austin Bluffs Pkwy
    Colorado Springs, CO 80918
  • UCCS Parking Map
• Attire
  • Business casual attire
    • Examples: khakis or slacks with a polo or collared shirt, a knee-length dress or equivalent professional attire, and closed-toe shoes.
• Bring the following, as applicable:
  • Original birth certificate or valid passport
  • Social Security card
  • SAT and/or ACT scores
  • AFROTC Form 28 or other required sports physical documentation
  • JROTC, Civil Air Patrol, or Scouting certificates or documentation
  • DD Form 214 or applicable conditional release documentation
  • Laptop or other device capable of accessing WINGS

Important: Only bring documents that apply to your individual enrollment situation or that cadre have requested. Continue monitoring your WINGS account and email for any additional requirements or instructions.

For your protection, do not send Social Security cards, birth certificates, or other sensitive personal documents by regular email

• Follow the Course Registration Guide
• Register for classes as a full-time student:
  • Undergraduate: 12+ credit hours (AFROTC course included)

  • Graduate: 5+ credit hours at UCCS (AFROTC typically uses 9+ graduate credit hours when a university does not define full-time status).

  • Aerospace Studies & leadership laboratory courses are included in your total provided you receive credits from your university for those courses.

• What is NCOR?
  • Introduction to Cadre and Cadet Leadership
  • Orientation to AFROTC structure and expectations
  • Date, time, and location will be emailed to you upon completion of registration
• Attire: Business Casual
  • Khaki pants, black dress shoes, and a polo-style shirt
  • Sleeveless shirts are not authorized
• Bring
  • Notebook
  • Pen
  • Water
• Attendance is mandatory!

• Active Duty Prior Service: If you have 180 or more consecutive days of military service, your AFAS 1010 (AS100 Fall) and AFAS 1020 (AS100 Spring) courses may be waived with the Detachment Commander's approval.
• ARC/ANG Prior Service: If you have completed BMT and have one (1) creditable year of ARC/ANG service, your AFAS 1010 (AS100 Fall) and AFAS 1020 (AS100 Spring) courses may be waived with the Detachment Commander's approval.
• Prospective Judge Advocate General (JAG) Candidates: Pursue a military law career through the Graduate Law Program (GLP) or One-Year College Program (OYCP).
  1. Review GLP and OYCP program opportunities.
  2. Email det105@colorado.edu with the following:
     • Subject line:GLP Applicant or OYCP Applicant
     • Attachments:
       • Your 2-page resume
       • Completed highlighted section of the JAG Memorandum Template
     • Email body:
       • Your contact information
       • Dates you are available for an interview
       • Any additional information (optional)
  3. The detachment will contact you to schedule an interview.

Common Mistakes

• Failing to complete all required WINGS actions or upload required documents.
• Waiting for documents to show as APPROVED. Documents may remain PENDING while cadre review them; continue with the remaining enrollment steps unless directed otherwise.
• Waiting until the last minute to begin enrollment. Some requirements may take time to complete or correct.
• Registering for Aerospace Studies courses incorrectly. Follow cadre instructions to avoid registration issues or unintended tuition charges.
• Not communicating problems early. Contact cadre if you have questions, scheduling conflicts, or difficulty completing a requirement.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I register for AFROTC classes before my WINGS account is complete?
Yes. Class registration and WINGS account creation can generally be completed concurrently.

2. Do I need an AFROTC scholarship to join?
No. Students may participate in AFROTC without a scholarship. Scholarship opportunities may be available before or during college.

3. Does joining AFROTC immediately commit me to military service?
Not necessarily. Simply enrolling in AFROTC does not automatically create a service commitment for every cadet. Cadre will explain when contracting and military service obligations apply.

4. Can I join if I am interested in the U.S. Space Force?
Yes. Air Force ROTC commissions officers into both the United States Air Force and United States Space Force.

5. How much time does AFROTC require each week?
Cadets participate in an Aerospace Studies class, Leadership Laboratory (LLAB), Physical Training (PT), and occasional additional training or events.

6. How often is Physical Training required?
Cadets must attend two PT sessions each week. PT is offered Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 0615–0715, allowing cadets to attend two of the three scheduled sessions.

7. Do I need to be medically qualified before joining?
Not necessarily. Many students begin AFROTC while completing the required medical qualification process. Follow cadre instructions and complete medical requirements promptly.

8. Can transfer students, sophomores, juniors, or graduate students join?
Possibly. Eligibility depends on how much academic time you have remaining and whether you can complete AFROTC program requirements. Contact cadre early for an individual review or join our monthly Zoom meetings.

9. Can prior-service members participate in AFROTC?
Yes, in many cases. Prior-service applicants may have additional documentation or administrative requirements, so contact cadre before enrolling.

10. Who should I contact if I am unsure about a requirement?
Contact AFROTC Detachment 105A. Requirements and procedures can change, and cadre can provide guidance specific to your situation.