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    About The International Officer School

    Prepares international military students (IMS) for AU resident PME.

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  • IOS is the lead-up course to prepare all international officers for attending AWC, ACSC, and SOC. This allows international officers to be able to hit the ground running when integrated into the academic culture with the US officers in individual schools.

    The Commandant's Welcome to the International Officer School

    Welcome, and congratulations on your selection to attend Air University (AU)!

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    Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Admissions

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding admission requirements.

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Preparation Courses Offered to Our International Officers Attending Air University

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    Squadron Officer School Preparatory Course

    This course prepares international officers to participate in the Squadron Officer School (SOS).

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    Air Command & Staff College Preparatory Course

    This course prepares international officers to participate in the Air Command and Staff College (ACSC).

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    Air War College Preparatory Course

    This course prepares international officers to participate in the Air War College (AWC).

International Military Student & Family Support

  • Air Force leaders and Montgomery community members honor Rosa Parks on the 66th anniversary of the Montgomery Bus Boycott

    Welcome To Our Community

    Information about the local Montgomery area, including schools, housing and etc..

  • IFOP

    International Family Orientation Program

    Information about the International Family Orientation Program (IFOP).

  • U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Brandon Bunn, a 388th Maintenance Group quality assurance inspector and car enthusiast, drives to Antelope Island, Utah, Feb. 2, 2020. On his off-time, Bunn turns wrenches on his 1998 Nissan 240SX drag car. He uses the car as a learning opportunity to teach his daughters about cars and carry on the family hobby. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jarrod M. Vickers)

    Obtaining a Vehicle & Licensing

    Information to assist with obtaining a vehicle while attending Air University. 

In the News

  • U.S. Magistrate Judge Kelly Pate, addresses students from the International Officer School at the Alabama Supreme Court in Montgomery, Alabama, Oct. 4, 2024. The visit was part of the Fields Studies Program, which offers international students and military visitors a comprehensive understanding of American culture, institutions, and values through various visits around Montgomery. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Evan Porter)

    International Officer School students visit Alabama Supreme Court

    A total of 34 international officer students from 27 different countries had the opportunity to visit the Alabama Supreme Court October 11, 2024.

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  • Air University Shield

    Air University launches space opportunity for international partners

    Air University recently launched a new class for international students as part of the Squadron Officer School Prep Course at International Officer School.

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  • Maj. Mykhailo Ukrainets, Ukrainian Air Force and Maj. Aya Yano, Japan Air Self-Defense Force participate in the ceremonial laying of the wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery July 10, 2023. International military students from the 2023-2024 Air Command and Staff College class paid formal respect to the sacrifices of America’s veterans by placing a wreath before the Tomb. The International Officer School at Air University sponsored the Washington D.C. trip July 9-13, 2023 for international students to develop a deeper understanding of the U.S federal government and U.S. military.

    AU international military students visit D.C., gain U.S. government, military perspectives

    The 79 students, representing 64 nations, visited Arlington National Cemetery, the National Mall, Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum Annex, National Defense University and the Capitol, where they engaged with Alabama representatives.

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