Expert: Howard Lorenz - 3/5/2009

Question
Dear Mr. Lorenz,
I was wondering if you knew anything about Army OCS?  I have heard and read so many different things, I no longer have any idea which story is the straight one.

My situation:
Enlisted Air Force, currently assigned to DLI.
Realized very quickly I should have gone through OCS. Partly my fault because I was in such as rush to get into the military that I didn't take the time to do all the research I should have.  Needless to say, didn't get much help from my recruiter, and here I am enlisted in the Air Force at DLI.

What I ultimately want is to be a Green Beret.  I was looking into Army Special Forces before I enlisted, but not hard enough.

So, my question is what are my options?  I have been told I can apply to Army OCS no problem!  I have also been told I am not eligible!  Been told have to wait another year.  Been told have to finish my enlistment.  Been told I can and I can't in the same day!!  

Any insight would be great!!

My info: A1C, 26 years old, bachelor's degree, top secret security clearance, Chinese Mandarin, 11+ years work experience in the civilian realm, including management.  

Thanks for your time.  God Bless.

Jesse

Answer
Jesse,

There are 2 options that I can think of...

The Blue to Green program and goint to Airforce OTS and see if you can get into AF combat Control or TAC/P as an officer. Research the Air Force combat careers. Once your an officer, if you still choose to be a member of the GB, you can look at going to the army thru the blue to green program. You can find information about the B2G pgrm on the net

HW