How to Join AFROTC Detachment 105

 

Fall 2025 Applications Open on June 1st

Click on the "How To Join" for more info.

Want to learn more about Detachment 105? 

Sign up for an informational monthly Zoom meeting here!

Tours: Email det105tours@gmail.com

 

Pass-In-Review

Step 1: Enroll in a Full-Time Program

Students pursuing a 2nd bachelor's or a graduate degree are eligible.
 

A.   Enroll in Leadership Laboratory and AFROTC course
              Review this course registration briefing (MANDATORY) to avoid being charged tuition improperly.
              **Look at Step 4 for more information
 

B.   Be enrolled full-time at CU Boulder or one of the crosstown universities:
              Undergraduate: 12+ credit hours (AFROTC Course included)
              Graduate: 9+ credit hours (AFROTC Course included)

*** If you are not a JAG applicant continue on to Step 2 ***

If you're applying to the Graduate Law Program (GLP) or One-Year College Program (OYCP):
 

A.   Email det105@colorado.edu with the following information:
              Subject: GLP Applicant OR OYCP Applicant

              Attach:
                               Your 2-page resume
                               The JAG Memorandum Template – highlighted section

              Include in the body of the email:
                               Your contact information
                               Dates you're available for an interview
                               Any additional info (optional)
 

B.   Wait to be contacted for an interview schedule.
 

C.   You must do this during the first semester (GLP) or second year (OYCP) of law school.

 

For More Information on the Application Process:
Airforce.com > Careers > Specialty Careers > JAG > Student

A.   Create an account via WINGS Portal
              Use this WINGS Application Guide to complete each step correctly
 

B.   Upload all required documents under the Supporting Documents tab in WINGS
              Required Documents are:
                               Any document listed in the WINGS Application GUIDE
                               Documents linked here: REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
                               College Transcripts (if applicable)
                               AFJROTC Form 310 Certificate of Completion (if applicable)

Once WINGS is fully complete:

1.   Submit the Det 105 In-Processing Survey
          Due: 25 July 2025 @ 2359 MST

              Your application will not be reviewed without this
              You won’t be scheduled for in-processing or New Cadet Orientation (NCOR) until this is complete

A.   Register for the required AFROTC classes as outlined below

 

B.   Review this course registration briefing (MANDATORY - Read to avoid charges to your account. You will be responsible for charges incurred if you do not register correctly).

 

C.   Fall 2025 Starters:

  • Estimated May/Dec 2029 graduates (AS100 cadets - 4 year program/5 year program) must register for:

    • AIRR 1010 (or crosstown school equivalent - see AFROTC Registration Document above)

    • AIRR 1947; Thursdays

       

  • Estimated May/Dec 2028 graduates (AS250 cadets - 3 year program)

    • AIRR 1010 AND AIRR 2010  (or crosstown school equivalent - see AFROTC Registration Document above)

    • AIRR 1947; Thursdays

    • Active Duty Prior Service: If you have 180 days or more consecutive military service, your AIRR1010 (AS100 Fall) and AIRR1020 (AS100 Spring) can be waived with the Detachment Commander's approval.

      • Please register only for the AIRR2010 course and AIRR1947.

    • ARC/ANG Prior Service: If you have completed BMT and have 1 creditable year of ARC/ANG service, your AIRR1010 (AS100 Fall) and AIRR1020 (AS100 Spring) can be waived with the Detachment Commander's approval.

      • Please register only for the AIRR2010 course and AIRR1947.

         

You must register for AIRR 1947 through Buff Portal or with your respective academic advisor like any other CU Boulder course

 

D.   Crosstown Cadet Notes:

  • UCD and UCCS students MUST complete a Concurrent Registration Form (available at your registrar's office) with the AFROTC courses for which you are requesting to be enrolled, and have your Dean's office sign/approve

    • Once complete, return the form to your respective registrar's office

    • UCD and UCCS students MUST complete concurrent enrollment forms EVERY semester.

    • Return signed concurrent registration form to the UCD or UCCS Registrar's Office
       

  • All other crosstown cadets will need to use the CU Boulder Continuing Education/ACCESS Program to register for Leadership Lab (AIRR 1947) ONLY. Do not register for any other Aerospace Studies course using the ACCESS program, or you will incur a charge. Work with your school's Office of the Registrar to register for the other AFROTC courses you need.

    • ​This course is zero (0) credits, so the cost will be zero (0) dollars

    • Submit your ACCESS online application as soon as possible

    • You can access the ACCESS application by clicking the Enrollment tab on the left side of the page and following their instructions

    • Once your ACCESS application has been approved by CU Boulder, you can enroll in the AIRR 1947 class immediately. This should be completed NLT one week prior to the start of the semester

  • Any registration questions should be directed to det105@colorado.edu 

     

Detachment 105 follows the CU Boulder academic calendar and crosstown students must plan accordingly to account for any differences

A.   You will be emailed a sign-up link for an in-person appointment only after completing:
              WINGS Application + Documents
              Det 105 In-Processing Survey

 

B.   Appointment Dates: August 4–22, 2025
              Time: 0900–1530 (no slots 1200–1300)
              Location: Folsom Field Gate 5, CU Boulder
              Parking Info: CU Boulder Map - Parking
              Attire: Business Casual (khakis/slacks, polo, closed-toe shoe, knee-length dress, etc.)

 

C.   Bring the following to your appointment:
              ORIGINAL Birth Certificate & Social Security Card
                               Provide all/any form of citizenship documents (i.e naturalization papers.)

              Citizenship documentation (if applicable)
              Laptop
              If applicable: DD214, CAP/JROTC/Eagle Scout Certificates

A.   NCOR is mandatory and occurs just before the semester begins
 

B.   Includes:
              Fitness Assessment (1.5 mile run, push-ups, sit-ups)
              Introduction to Cadre and Cadet Leadership
              Orientation to AFROTC structure & expectations
 

C.   Attire:
              Business Casual for orientation
              Workout clothes & running shoes for fitness assessment
              Sleeveless shirts are not authorized
 

D.   Bring: Notebook, pen, water
 

E.   ** You will be emailed the date, location, and time once you complete the application.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

              Failing to complete the In-Processing Survey after WINGS account creation = no interview or admission
              Registering for Aerospace classes incorrectly and getting charged tuition
              Not uploading all required documents into WINGS
              Missing concurrent enrollment forms if you’re at UCD/UCCS
              Forgetting to bring the required documents to your interview

 

Suggested FAQs or Clarifying Questions:

              As a new applicant, you might ask:
          1.   Can I register for AFROTC classes before my WINGS is complete?
                        Yes

          2.   What should I do if I miss the in-processing dates in August?
                        Email det105@colorado.edu 

          3.   What if I’m not sure which AS level (AS100, AS250) I fall under?
                        Ask in your interview

          4.   Is there a point of contact if I get stuck?
                        Yes: det105@colorado.edu