USAFAI36-3504 — Disenrollment Of United States Air Force Academy Cadets

USAFAI36-3504 governs the administrative disenrollment, transfer, and discharge of Air Force Academy cadets who do not meet enrollment or commissioning conditions.

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  • Publication number: USAFAI36-3504
  • Title: DISENROLLMENT OF UNITED STATES AIR FORCE ACADEMY CADETS
  • Date: 2025-03-18

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It addresses cadet misconduct, medical conditions, service characterization, voluntary resignations, deficiencies, leave-without-pay, and disability determinations. It requires procedures for initiating disenrollment, processing dual actions, and reporting disenrollments.

Applies to: This publication has limited applicability to Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC) and/or the Air National Guard (ANG).

Topics covered

  • Cadet disenrollment conditions
  • Pre-appointment misconduct
  • Medical disqualification
  • Service characterization
  • Voluntary resignations
  • Cadet deficiencies
  • Leave-without-pay
  • Disability evaluation

Questions and answers

When can the Secretary of the Air Force end a USAFA cadet’s service?

The Secretary of the Air Force can end the service of a USAFA cadet when the Secretary determines it is in the best interest of the Air Force.

What conditions can lead to a cadet’s disenrollment?

The Air Force disenrolls cadets who: 5.1.1. Fail to comply with their Academy enrollment agreement to complete the graduation requirements of USAFA and accept an Air Force commission; or 5.1.2. Don’t show potential for commissioned service; or 5.1.3. Fail to abide by established Air Force standards of conduct; or 5.1.4. Are determined to be medically unfit for commissioning or continued service or are determined to be unsuited for continued service due to other reasons.

What must applicants do when their medical condition changes during the admission process?

Applicants must update any changes in medical condition as they occur as part of the admission process. (paragraph 9)

What is the standard of proof in USAFAI 36-3504 disenrollment proceedings?

The standard of proof used in all USAFAI 36-3504 disenrollment proceedings is the preponderance of the evidence.

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