A
Excellent
Score: 79/100

United States Air Force Academy

4-Year Public
📍 USAF Academy, Colorado 80840
🌐 www.usafa.edu/
Outcomes
A+
93/100
Affordability
D
44/100
Resources
A
87/100
Experience
A+
94/100
Prestige
B+
76/100

Quick Stats

4,124
Total Enrollment
88%
Graduation Rate
96%
Retention Rate
7.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
14%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
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🏆 Where United States Air Force Academy Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇
Military Applied Sciences, Other
of 2 schools
🥇
Astronautical Engineering
of 1 schools
🥇
Geospatial Intelligence
of 1 schools
#6
Behavioral Sciences
of 32 schools
#7
Operations Research
of 13 schools
#8
Systems Engineering
of 38 schools
#9
Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering, General
of 69 schools
#12
Economics, General
of 100 schools
#13
Data Science, General
of 64 schools
#19
International Relations and Affairs
of 92 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition N/A N/A

Financial Aid

N/A
Receive Any Aid
N/A
Receive Pell Grants
N/A
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

4,124
Total Students
29%
Women
22%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 63%
Hispanic 12%
Black 6%
Asian 8%
Two or More 8%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 22%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at United States Air Force Academy?
United States Air Force Academy has an acceptance rate of 14%. This makes it a highly selective institution where admission is very competitive.
How much does it cost to attend United States Air Force Academy?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at United States Air Force Academy?
The graduation rate at United States Air Force Academy is 88%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is United States Air Force Academy a good school?
United States Air Force Academy has a Repit College Score of 79/100 (Grade: A). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (A): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (B+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend United States Air Force Academy?
United States Air Force Academy has a total enrollment of 4,124 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology