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DETACHMENT 550

Forging Warrior Leaders

Our Mission

Detachment 550 develops leaders of character for the United States Air Force and Space Force. We prepare cadets to excel as officers through rigorous academic study, leadership training, and physical fitness development, instilling the core values of Integrity First, Service Before Self, and Excellence in All We Do.

SCHOLARSHIPS

SCHOLARSHIPS

Full tuition scholarships available for qualified cadets. Cover tuition, fees, and provide monthly stipends.

LEADERSHIP TRAINING

LEADERSHIP TRAINING

Comprehensive leadership development through field training exercises, physical fitness, and academic excellence.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Commission as a Second Lieutenant in the Air Force or Space Force with diverse career paths in aviation, space, cyber, and more.

News

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Run to Remember 5K

Run to Remember is our annual community event honoring fallen service members through a 5K run. All proceeds were donated to Mission 22, a non-profit aimed at preventing veteran suicide and supporting military families.

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Family Weekend

Families gathered at RPI to experience a day in the life of AFROTC cadets. They toured the campus and cadet lounge, met cadets and cadre, and participated in a BBQ at the 87' gym.

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9/11 Memorial Stair Climb

Cadets from all ROTC branches joined togething in climbing 2,211 steps in honor of the heroic firefighters who paid the ultimate sacrifice on September 11th, 2001.