The thesis discusses the desirability/feasibility of incorporating the Airman Education and Commissioning Program (AECP) into the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) program. As background, a brief history of the AECP and AFROTC is presented. The thesis discusses the cost factors associated with the present commissioning procedures and provides an analysis of what might be expected under a combined program. An analysis of AECP personnel reaction to a joint program is also provided. Lastly, the thesis discusses the legal implications of any proposed program merger. (NTIS)