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The U.S. Air Force ROTC High School scholarship program offers high school seniors the chance to earn a 3 or 4-year scholarship in three different types. You can apply for a scholarship directly online, but there are several things you should know first. 

There are three different scholarships offered to high school seniors – Type 1, Type 2 and Type 7. The application process for each scholarship opportunity is the same. 

A Type 1 Scholarship from the U.S. Air Force ROTC pays the student’s full tuition cost, most college fees, and awards the student $750/year for books.  

According to their website, only about 5% of 4-year scholarship winners will receive a Type 1 scholarships, and will generally be studying in a technical field. This includes chemistry, engineering, mathematics, etc. 

A Type 2 Scholarships will pay college tuition and the majority of fees up to $15,000 and awards the student $750/year for books. 20% of students offered a 4-year scholarship will receive a Type 2 award. 

If you wish to attend a college where tuition costs more than $15,000/year, you can attend that college and pay the difference. All 3-year scholarships awarded are Type 2. 

Finally, a Type 7 Scholarship pays full college tuition AND fees and offers $750/year for books. 

However, the student must attend a college or university where tuition is less than $9,000 per year. Students can alternatively attend an in-state college or university where they can qualify for the in-state tuition rate. 

In addition to the scholarship award, students will also receive a living expenses stipend each month and travel expenses to get to their Air Force ROTC detachment. 

For more information about this excellent opportunity for high school seniors, please visit the U.S. Air Force ROTC website linked above.