Colleges Near Tinker Air Force
Tinker Air Force Base is located five miles east of Oklahoma City and sprawls across 5,020 acres of land. It can be compared to a city with a population of 30,000, and more than 700 buildings. Named in honor of Major General Clarence L. Tinker who lost his life during the early months of World War II, the base is home to the 72nd Air Base Wing, 507th Reserve Air Refueling Wing and Oklahoma City Air Logistics Center.
Oklahoma City offers servicemembers a diverse landscape with western heritage. More than 530,000 people reside in the City which thrives with festivals, museums, and sporting events, under a big Oklahoma sky shining with more than 3,000 hours of sun each year.
Tinker AFB: Colleges and Other Education Opportunities Nearby
Within Oklahoma City, servicemembers have access to base education opportunities that include more than ten institutions of higher learning. These include Platt College, Oklahoma Technology Institute, Oklahoma State University, Oklahoma City University, Oklahoma City Community College and the American Christian College and Seminary.
Start your career with


