United States Air Force Academy
USAF Academy, CO · public
Official site ↗Admissions
| Admit rate | 13.9% |
| Applicants | — |
| Middle-50% SAT | 1250–1450 |
| Middle-50% ACT | 26–33 |
| Avg GPA | — |
| Test policy | — |
| Avg net price / yr | — |
| Grad rate | 88% |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | — |
| Source | scorecard_bulk · 2025 |
Application requirements
| Regular / Rolling | 2026-03-16 |
| Application fee | $0 (US) · $0 (intl) |
| Personal essay | Not required |
| Test policy | always required |
| Teacher recommendations | 2 |
| Counselor recommendation | Required |
Source: Common App first-year Requirements Grid, 2025-26 cycle. Confirm on the college's site — requirements can change mid-cycle.
Supplemental essays
~500 words each.
- Describe a setback or ethical dilemma that you have faced. How did you resolve it? How did the outcome affect you? Most importantly, what did you learn about yourself and how would you handle a similar situation in the future? (500 words max)
- Describe a leadership experience that has meaning for you. A leadership role can mean more than just a title. It can mean being a mentor to others, acting as the person in charge of a specific task, or taking the lead role in organizing an event or project. Think about what you accomplished and what you learned from the experience. What were your responsibilities? (500 words max)
- Please provide any additional information or background you believe will be of assistance in evaluating your application. (500 words max)
Copied verbatim from the school's official admissions page (2025-26 cycle).