US Air Force Academy acceptance rate stands at 14% for 2024

The acceptance rate for the U.S. Air Force Academy is 14%, with about 1,400 out of 11,500 applicants admitted each year. Successful candidates typically have high academic records and SAT scores ranging from 1250 to 1450. To qualify for admission, candidates must be U.S. citizens, aged 17 to 23, unmarried, and in good moral standing. They also need a nomination from a U.S. Senator or Congressional representative, and the Academy reserves spots for children of military personnel and veterans. Graduates receive a Bachelor of Science degree and must serve at least five years in the Air Force or Space Force. The Academy provides free education, room, and board, but requires a commitment to military service after graduation.