by our College Data Analytics TeamAir & Space Operational Art & Science (CIP 28.0502) is part of the Military Science & Leadership field of study, alongside 6 related programs, but no U.S. college reported air & space operational art & science graduates to IPEDS in the latest year. Graduates earn a median $55,351 one year after completing, rising to $103,706 after four years.
Studying Air & Space Operational Art & Science covers Air And Space Operational Art And Science. A Program That Focuses On The Principles And Art Of Leading, Managing, And Conducting Air Force Operations On The Ground, In The Air, And In Space. Includes Instruction In Leadership, Staff Operations, Principles Of Command, Air And Space Warfare, Expeditionary Operations, Campaign Planning, Tactics And Strategy. This Cip Code Is Not Valid For Ipeds Reporting.
Source: IPEDS 2025; College Scorecard July 2026; BLS; O*NET; College Factual rankings. Data as of: July 2026.
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