All new cadets are required to attend orientation to join the program.
Spring 2027 orientation will be held on Friday, January 8, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the ROTC Center, located at 513 Pickens St., Columbia, SC 29208.
Note: If you are outside Columbia, exceptions can be made if you let us know ahead of time.
Register for NSOP using the electronic form.
What to do before orientation
- Complete your AFROTC application online using the AFROTC Applicant Guide
- Enroll in your AEROSPACE courses:
- AERO 102 and 102L
What to bring to orientation
- Original birth certificate
- Original Social Security card
- Completed AFROTC Form 28 Sports Physical [PDF] (not needed if you have a qualified DODMERB)
- Printout of Degree Works from Self Service Carolina
- Printout of SAT or ACT scores from CollegeBoard.org or ACT.org
- Prior college transcript (if applicable)
- Copy of JROTC, CAP or Scout certification (if applicable)
- Selective Service number (males over 18 only)
- DD4 enlistment contract (for current and prior service members)
- DD214 (for discharged service members)