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Careers: Military--Army, Navy, Airforce, Marines, Coast Guard/Questions Answered by Expert Cynthia Bedell
| Subject | Date Asked |
| Current PhD | 6/30/2010 |
| Q: I am a 35 y/o PhD (UF 2007) who was in the Army Reserves (enlisted) from 1996 to 2002. While I ... A: Very few Ph.D.s afford you an opportunity for rapid advancement as an officer. The few that do are ... | |
| Compassionate Reassignment | 6/28/2010 |
| Q: I'm in a bit of a bind with something. I am currently stationed overseas and am engaged to someone ... A: To apply for compassionate re-assignment, the person who is ill or injured must be you, or an ... | |
| Re-Enlistment in Army | 6/21/2010 |
| Q: Our son was chaptered out of the Army and received an Honorable Discharge on April 20, 2010. He was ... A: Please don't let the fact that re-enlisting will require more documentation than the initial ... | |
| Re-Enlistment in Army | 6/20/2010 |
| Q: Our son was chaptered out of the Army and received an Honorable Discharge on April 20, 2010. He was ... A: As I said in my other response, his RE 3 is going to limit his ability to re-enlist. Rather than ... | |
| Re-Enlistment in Army | 6/17/2010 |
| Q: Our son was chaptered out of the Army and received an Honorable Discharge on April 20, 2010. He was ... A: Your son should have been afforded more time to heal before being required to take his fitness test. ... | |
| Laberal hip tear | 6/16/2010 |
| Q: I am interested in enlisting into the army but i might have a torn labrum in my hip. i did this back ... A: Unfortunately, many surgeries can disqualify you from military service. Those that repair an ... | |
| criminal past & enlistment | 6/11/2010 |
| Q: My name is James I just turned 27. I want to enlist into the navy or army. When I was young I has 4 ... A: The military services are accepting enlistments of qualified candidates up to age 42 so your age is ... | |
| PCS Move | 6/10/2010 |
| Q: My Name is SFC Gonzalez. I am currently schedule to PCS to Farrell, PA. I am doing all the ... A: You can move to within a reasonable commuting distance of your duty station, if there is no on-base ... | |
| Wrong answer | 5/26/2010 |
| Q: The answer you gave to someone . . . on Jan 20, 2008 stating that ... "No, you cannot get a direct ... A: Why don't you volunteer to be an expert? Dr. Oline is a renowned heart surgery specialist and got ... | |
| From AF active duty to ROTC | 5/11/2010 |
| Q: Complicated but bare with me. I have been enlisted for 4 years in the Air Force in the 1N2 Intell ... A: You might be able to apply for full time degree completion, even with your low GPA given your ... | |
| two years without ID card | 5/8/2010 |
| Q: My ex-husband is an officer in the army. He was ordered by the court to supply ID cards to our ... A: Take your divorce court orders, your old marriage certificate and the birth certificates of your ... | |
| Enlistment | 5/6/2010 |
| Q: My son is almost 28. He has some misdemeanors for drug use - he is clean now. Can he get into the ... A: Your son meets the age requirements. The services are accepting recruits up to age 42. However, ... | |
| meps dq | 5/3/2010 |
| Q: I went to meps in February and got DQ'ed for being one percent over on body fat. i passed ... A: MEPS doctors will usually make you go through the full screening again. This is to ensure your ... | |
| Airforce Commissioning | 5/2/2010 |
| Q: Cynthia Bedell, I am currently working on my master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling. I have ... A: The career field you are interested in either falls under the medical department (AMEDD for the ... | |
| Bonus | 5/2/2010 |
| Q: I was recently talking with other soldiers at my unit(National Guard), and the subject came across ... A: Wisdom teeth are notorious for causing dental problems. Usually when you in-process through dental, ... | |
| Bonus | 4/30/2010 |
| Q: I was recently talking with other soldiers at my unit(National Guard), and the subject came across ... A: The bonus payment for enlistment/re-enlistment bonuses varies from contract to contract. Generally ... | |
| base access | 4/24/2010 |
| Q: I was discharged from the army with an honorably discharge,do I have access to get on a base to use ... A: You can get access to the more open bases as a visitor. Because you are not a retiree, reservist or ... | |
| Reenlistment with a General Discharge | 4/19/2010 |
| Q: I was discharged from the Army almost two years ago. After being refused medical attention and being ... A: It will be difficult for you to get your discharge characterization and re-entry code changed, since ... | |
| dual military | 4/16/2010 |
| Q: I am currently an e4 on active duty for the army. My soon to be husband is an e4 on active duty in ... A: As soon as you are married, you should both apply for "joint domicile." It may be called something ... | |
| Re-enlistment | 4/12/2010 |
| Q: I was a YN2(SS) and discharged after 7 years with an honorable discharge. I am 37 and interested in ... A: If you have an honorable discharge, you should be able to re-enlist in your service -- IF they have ... | |
| re Changing Discharge Characterization | 4/8/2010 |
| Q: origional post: Your Question was: I am prior service and I have recieved an under honorable ... A: Here is the web site link to the guidance on how to petition the Army Board for Corrections of ... | |
| ets award | 4/7/2010 |
| Q: I am a Specialist (E4) set to ETS from the army in four months. My issue is that my company ... A: Unfortunately, there are very specific guidelines about no "positive personnel transactions" for ... | |
| general discharge from army | 4/7/2010 |
| Q: my son called to tell me he may have a general discharge from the army and will be coming home next ... A: A general discharge is not a bad discharge, but it is not a good discharge. The only "good" ... | |
| admin sep | 4/6/2010 |
| Q: I am being adsep from the navy 1 day prior to my 6 year point. They did not officially notify me ... A: Please see your Judge Advocate General (JAG) immediately. If the Navy did not follow their due ... | |
| re Changing Discharge Characterization | 4/6/2010 |
| Q: origional post: Your Question was: I am prior service and I have recieved an under honorable ... A: You may petition the Board for Military Corrections. You will need a sworn statement from your ... | |
| re-4b | 4/4/2010 |
| Q: I tested positive on urynalysis, and was discharged. I received and re-4b, HKK1 from the Marine ... A: If you can show that you were treated more harshly than others with the same transgression, then you ... | |
| re-4b | 4/1/2010 |
| Q: I tested positive on urynalysis, and was discharged. I received and re-4b, HKK1 from the Marine ... A: Right now none of the services are approving waivers for prior drug use for any enlistments or ... | |
| knee injuries | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: Cynthia, i was wondering if you know the chances of someone getting separated over a knee injure? i ... A: If a knee injury cannot heal sufficiently for future military duty, a service member can be ... | |
| army enlistment with a drug possession | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: ANSWER: Dear Sean -- I recommend total honesty. If you are found to have lied on your application, ... A: I'm surprised the recruiters say there's no such waiver. It's one of the "morality" waivers. It's ... | |
| army enlistment with a drug possession | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: ANSWER: Dear Sean -- I recommend total honesty. If you are found to have lied on your application, ... A: This incident falls under a morality waiver request. Yes, they are likely to ask you what was in ... | |
| army enlistment with a drug possession | 3/27/2010 |
| Q: hi my name is sean wen i was 15 i got a marijuana possession ticket and i had it sealed i am almost ... A: I recommend total honesty. If you are found to have lied on your application, you will be ... | |
| Lost aam paperwork | 3/25/2010 |
| Q: I had a question on a piece of paperwork I cannot find. I recently made the cutoff score for e-5 for ... A: If you all received award orders on the same letter notification, they should be able to recreate ... | |
| drug charge, navy HPSP | 3/24/2010 |
| Q: I am trying to receive a Navy HPSP scholarship and was recently charges with a 221.05 unlawful ... A: Go get an immediate urinalysis. THC from marijuana remains in your fat cells for over 30 days. If ... | |
| Summary of Discharge | 3/23/2010 |
| Q: I was discharged from active duty in August of 1994 with an Honorable Discharge, but with an RE Code ... A: You will have to request a records search from the US Army. The records probably shipped to St. ... | |
| Lap Band and getting a waiver | 3/22/2010 |
| Q: Since I have had the Lap Band surgery I recently found out that I am disqualified for joining the ... A: If you have the Lap Band removed, and you are able to maintain your weight and meet the other ... | |
| Career Field | 3/20/2010 |
| Q: I am a high school junior. I want to major in Japanese Language in College and would like to go ... A: You qualify to be an officer in all the services, if you have a bachelors degree from an accredited ... | |
| drug charge, navy HPSP | 3/20/2010 |
| Q: I am trying to receive a Navy HPSP scholarship and was recently charges with a 221.05 unlawful ... A: Will any of your friends admit it was not your illegal material? Or are they going to let you take ... | |
| drug charge, navy HPSP | 3/18/2010 |
| Q: I am trying to receive a Navy HPSP scholarship and was recently charges with a 221.05 unlawful ... A: Yes, both your scholarship and your ability to get the necessary security clearance are at risk due ... | |
| Blue to Green Officer programs | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: Mam, I am currently an E6 in the Navy. I too am interested in the Blue to Green Officer Programs. I ... A: You have a few options open to you. You could apply to transfer in your current grade and similar ... | |
| Army Insurance | 3/11/2010 |
| Q: My husband just signed his contract with the ARMY and will be leaving for training in about a month ... A: The recruiter is correct: If your husband is doing well in all his course work, military training, ... | |
| Request IRR Procedure | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: I'm a an O4 in the USCGR and have 20 years of good service. I'm much too busy at this point in my ... A: Currently you need to serve 3 years time in grade to retire at that grade without a waiver. You can ... | |
| Army Insurance | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: My husband just signed his contract with the ARMY and will be leaving for training in about a month ... A: There are no clear cut answers to all your questions. However, I will answer the ones I know, and ... | |
| age | 3/5/2010 |
| Q: i am 56 and would love to join the reserves am i too old??? A: Yes 59 years of age is too old. Unless you are a medical doctor, or a chaplain (minister) you will ... | |
| Discharge | 3/4/2010 |
| Q: Have you heard of anyone getting discharged from the military after a Letter or Reprimand? This was ... A: It is possible for you to petition the Board for Correction of Military Records. They could set ... | |
| entering with dependents | 3/3/2010 |
| Q: my husband is active duty air force and we have two young children. I am wanting to join the air ... A: You should not have to sign your children over to anyone during training since your active duty ... | |
| army enlistment with a violation | 2/27/2010 |
| Q: My husband has a harrassment constitution DV violation level a no jail time, no probation. the ... A: Your husband would need a waiver whether or not he gets the conviction expunged. If his conviction ... | |
| Sign-on Bonus | 2/23/2010 |
| Q: Colonel Bedell, I am planning on joining the Navy Reserves, and then active duty as a Hospital ... A: I cannot predict what your enlist bonus would be when you finally sign a contract. I actually ... | |
| Officer in the Navy with a DUI | 2/22/2010 |
| Q: I enlisted in the Marine corps for 4 years and got out honorably. I am getting my bachelors degree ... A: Given the circumstances you related above, I believe you could apply and earn a slot for officer ... | |
| re-enter the military | 2/22/2010 |
| Q: I am 29yrs old and served the United States Marines from 2000-2004, and was Honorably discharged, my ... A: Yes, this does change the situation somewhat. If you did not get a disability discharge, and you ... | |
| re-enter the military | 2/22/2010 |
| Q: I am 29yrs old and served the United States Marines from 2000-2004, and was Honorably discharged, my ... A: You would have to show that your disability no longer exists to return to the military. If not, you ... | |
| felony conviction | 2/21/2010 |
| Q: If you have one felony conviction for a controlled substance without a prescription. Possession of 2 ... A: Since your felony conviction is a drug conviction, you cannot get a waiver to join any service at ... | |
| Expunged DUI and Navy OCS | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: I am considering Navy OCS. I am prior service Army. I will have two masters degrees as of May, ... A: Due to the poor job market, very few waivers are offered by the services at the moment. Many high ... | |
| Dependent Benefits | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: My son is a active duty military dependent (his father is active duty). I am not in the military. ... A: Since you are not married to the military member, you cannot have a military dependent ID card. ... | |
| JAG for Current Officers | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: I am currently a 1L and a member of the IRR. I served for 6 years, 3 active, 3 National Guard and ... A: I do not know the answer to your particular question, because you are not actually enlisting, you ... | |
| Enlistment | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: Ma'am, I was tried by court-martial and convicted in the Air-Force for indecent assault. I was ... A: Since you have a criminal conviction, you will require a morality waiver to return to military ... | |
| Enlistment | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: Ma'am, I was tried by court-martial and convicted in the Air-Force for indecent assault. I was ... A: You will need two or three waivers to return to service. You will need a waiver for your discharge ... | |
| Bonus | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: Long story short, I was seperated early during my first enlistment in 2003 and received a General ... A: If you were denied a discharge characterization change in 2004, there is no way to get it changed ... | |
| Asthma D/C from BT reenlist? | 2/14/2010 |
| Q: My son just called me to tell me that he will be medically discharged from Fort Knox due to asthma. ... A: He will not be allowed to re-enlist, if he is discharged for asthma. He will have a medical ... | |
| prior service | 2/11/2010 |
| Q: I am Prior regular army and national guard. I served 3 years as 11b at Ft. Campbell KY got out in ... A: If your discharge paperwork (DD 214) shows you have an honorable discharge and a positive re-entry ... | |
| Medical history and bootcamp | 2/8/2010 |
| Q: I am currently trying to enlist into the NAVY I had to have open heart surgery due to a birth defect ... A: You will need a waiver for your heart surgery. A military medical doctor will have to review and ... | |
| Joining | 2/4/2010 |
| Q: Ok so I have went to a local recruiters office and taken the asvap. I scored very high and was ... A: You will need a waiver to enter military service at all since you have a misdemeanor charge on your ... | |
| Security Clearance | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: For enlistment purposes in the Army, US citizens also includes Puerto Rico, the Northern Marianas ... A: Being a citizen of those US territories and former territories would not preclude someone from ... | |
| recruitment ligible? | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: I am a parish pastor who is working with a 25 yr old female who is currently incarcerated from a ... A: Sometimes enlistment candidates can get a waiver for prior criminal offenses. However some offenses ... | |
| ged | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: HEY! my name is Anterica and i just got my GED and I like to know if I'm elijible for any branch. A: You now meet the minimum educational requirements to enlist in a military service. In order to be ... | |
| Change of duty station | 1/31/2010 |
| Q: Sir, Im spc arellano mark and I would like to ask something regarding a change of duty station ... A: I know I am going to sound like your mother talking, but I think you should first, make some friends ... | |
| Uncharacterized Dicharge 5-17 | 1/28/2010 |
| Q: I have been discharged under 5-17 Uncharacterized. I believe service code 3. This was due to Anxiety ... A: You have very few options. You have an uncharacterized discharge with a re-entry code that means ... | |
| Getting into Coast Guard or Army with a RE-4 | 1/27/2010 |
| Q: I Was having personal problems while i was enlisted in the Navy. I kept having flashbacks of when my ... A: With your current discharge characterization and re-entry code -- no service will take you. If you ... | |
| fradulent enlistment | 1/26/2010 |
| Q: officer with over 2 yrs and during application to cross train asked if i tried marijuana i said ... A: Why is your unit really trying to get rid of you? It is very rare for a unit to bring up a ... | |
| Were to apply | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: Who should i contact about being an assistant Chaplin? Should i call the Department of Defense? A: You must look for the job Opportunity Announcements on the USA Jobs web site. ... | |
| disabled people | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: Does the Military or Army offer jobs for those with a anxiety disorder such as myself? People who ... A: Unfortunately, you cannot be enlisted with your anxiety disorder. There is no military specialty ... | |
| disabled people | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: Does the Military or Army offer jobs for those with a anxiety disorder such as myself? People who ... A: If you have a college degree, there are a number of jobs for which you might qualify. The place to ... | |
| About my cataract | 1/24/2010 |
| Q: Cynthia Bedell, I'm currently in DEP status just last August2009. I passed my eye exam, but ... A: If you are 20/40 is one eye, but correctable to 20/20 when using both eyes, you should be able to ... | |
| disabled people | 1/24/2010 |
| Q: Does the Military or Army offer jobs for those with a anxiety disorder such as myself? People who ... A: No, extreme mental and physical disabilities are inconsistent with military duty requirements. You ... | |
| The military and Domestic vi | 1/23/2010 |
| Q: My roommate's little sister (we'll call her Jane) is dating this guy who I just found out is abusing ... A: The Military usually takes domestic violence seriously. However, not every commander treats it as ... | |
| differences in branch of service and benefits/opportunities | 1/22/2010 |
| Q: We are wondering which branch of service might be best for us. My husband is looking - he has a ... A: All service members receive the same pay and benefits at the same rank for similar specialties. ... | |
| RE Enlist in Navy Reserves | 1/21/2010 |
| Q: I joined the Navy Reserves in 2003 and I drilled for almost a year without ever going to bootcamp. ... A: Your question indicates that you are in Canada; I do not know the Canadian rules for re-enlistment. ... | |
| Army OCS and stress fractures | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: My son is waiting to start an army ocs class next month. He has been having pain in his hip and ... A: If your son has a stress fracture in his hip, please have him delay OCS until he is healed. If ... | |
| reentry | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: honorable with a re code of 1 if i re enlist what is the policy of picking my duty station? cause ... A: Generally you can re-enlist for only one of the following: a monetary bonus, a particular specialty, ... | |
| jobs | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: hey im curently in the dep program .. i got my job to be an operations specialist but i wanted to ... A: It makes sense to retake your ASVAB. A higher score can open opportunities for you now, and in the ... | |
| Officers and misdemeanors | 1/15/2010 |
| Q: My step son was just dismissed from his ROTC det. because of a misdemeanor disorderly conduct ... A: It is unlikely your son will be offered a chance to redeem himself in his former ROTC detachment. ... | |
| About my cataract | 1/15/2010 |
| Q: Cynthia Bedell, I'm currently in DEP status just last August2009. I passed my eye exam, but ... A: You might be able to get a waiver for your 20/50 left eye since you are 20/20 with both eyes. That ... | |
| join the service | 1/14/2010 |
| Q: I have eight misdemeanors,twenty-five years old and will graduate in May with an AA degree in ... A: Because of your misconduct, you will need waivers to join any of the services. Whether you can ... | |
| social work | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: I just graduated with an undergraduate degree and I am interested in becoming a social worker with ... A: I cannot answer your specific question, because I do not have any details on the medical service ... | |
| About my cataract | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: Cynthia Bedell, I'm currently in DEP status just last August2009. I passed my eye exam, but ... A: I cannot predict what will happen in your circumstances. Your vision must be correctable to 20/20 ... | |
| dep program | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: I am married to a sailor and have 2 children and currently enlisted in the NAVY's DEP program set to ... A: You cannot attend basic training if you are pregnant. If you decide to continue with your ... | |
| Military | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: well thank you and i will try to get on the walking and excersise but it may be hard because i am a ... A: You have plenty of time to get into shape for the military. I recommend you start walking now and ... | |
| marines | 1/6/2010 |
| Q: can i join the marines with a juvinille record A: Some aspects of a juvenile record can be waivered. However, whether you can get a waiver will ... | |
| Reenlistment/Discharge change | 1/5/2010 |
| Q: My question is...I want to reenlist, I have a General Under Honorable Discharge with an RE code of 4 ... A: Unless you have an honorable discharge, your re-entry code cannot be waivered. Your petition to ... | |
| limdu vs BCA | 1/4/2010 |
| Q: ma'am, i am on limdu due to several various medical injuries, and currently seeking medical ... A: Shawn -- When you are on limited duty orders, you cannot be forced to take a fitness test, nor ... | |
| OTS/Marijuana | 12/31/2009 |
| Q: Since you're an Officer, you may be able to shed some light to this question. I'm looking to apply ... A: None of the services are offering the drug abuse waivers at this time. I would stay in touch with ... | |
| limdu vs BCA | 12/28/2009 |
| Q: ma'am, i am on limdu due to several various medical injuries, and currently seeking medical ... A: Under those circumstances, the medical board may find you physically unfit for duty, with no ... | |
| limdu vs BCA | 12/28/2009 |
| Q: ma'am, i am on limdu due to several various medical injuries, and currently seeking medical ... A: I cannot answer your question because there are too many unanswered variables. However, if you are ... | |
| ets | 12/22/2009 |
| Q: Col Bedell- Thank you so much for your prompt answer. That's exactly what I thought. He only had ... A: His ERB should be accurate, especially, if he is coming up for re-enlistment, or the end of his ... | |
| ets | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: my name is mel and i am writing for my husband he is: Reg army, e-5, served 2 tours, 11b, been in ... A: Unless your husband has misconduct in his record, his commander will not be able to recommend a ... | |
| Hearing Waiver for AROTC | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: Recently I've been notified that I have been accepted by the Army's Cadet Board of Command for a ... A: The Military Entry Processing Site (MEPS) doctors will probably find you disqualified for not having ... | |
| BP waiver question! | 12/20/2009 |
| Q: I am really in need of some advice and some appropriate information. I am not understanding this ... A: If your timing was good or the waiver is routine, you can hear back in less than a week. Since it ... | |
| BP waiver question! | 12/20/2009 |
| Q: I am really in need of some advice and some appropriate information. I am not understanding this ... A: Once you are disqualified at MEPS your waiver petition goes to the Department of the Army to ... | |
| Discharge | 12/19/2009 |
| Q: It was very helpful. I certainly understand the position they may take. Please let me know how to ... A: You will probably have to have the discussion with the commander or senior chief over the telephone. ... | |
| Discharge | 12/19/2009 |
| Q: My 19 yr old is at a CG training facility. Off base, he drank two beers. Upon returning to base, he ... A: Unfortunately for your son he violated a local law (drinking under age 21) and then lied about it ... | |
| grave's disease | 12/19/2009 |
| Q: I am interested in joining the Army as a nurse. I understand this is a commissioned officer ... A: If you are otherwise qualified, you might be able to join the military with a waiver for Grave's ... | |
| Leg Surgery | 12/18/2009 |
| Q: about a year ago i had pretty severe surgery on both of my legs because I was pigeon toed. The ... A: I do not know if you will qualify for service in the Air Force. If you meet all of their enlistment ... | |
| chapter 3 discharge | 12/18/2009 |
| Q: I was in the army in 1999. When I was in basic training they said that I had exercised induced ... A: There is no "Chapter 3" discharge that I know of. You probably received an uncharacterized initial ... | |
| change in discharge | 12/16/2009 |
| Q: I was given a general discharge. In the Army I did get into a lot fo trouble. I was diagnosed and ... A: If you wish to change your discharge characterization, you should petition the Board for Corrections ... | |
| joining the military | 12/16/2009 |
| Q: My husband is a convicted felon. He's actually been to a recruiting office, asked if he could join ... A: The military is not having trouble recruiting, at the moment, so few waivers are available. ... | |
| Index Finger Injury | 12/14/2009 |
| Q: Colonel Bedell, My name is Nate Coffee. I am a college student with the ultimate goal of pursuing a ... A: You would have to petition for a waiver in order to enlist in the service with your index finger ... | |
| waiver for orthotics | 12/13/2009 |
| Q: I’m trying to get into the U.S. Navy but I need a waiver for orthotics. It was recommended to me ... A: If you are no longer using orthotics, you will not need a waiver for them. However, you will need a ... | |
| med board | 12/11/2009 |
| Q: My son is being med boarded out of the army as of Dec 20th. He found out today that the army wants ... A: A medical board can determine that your son is qualified for a less strenuous military occupational ... | |
| cholestral | 12/11/2009 |
| Q: can meps DQ u from joining with high cholesterol? A: Yes, you can be disqualified at MEPS for having a cholesterol count that is so high it puts you at ... | |
| Army Flight Vision | 12/10/2009 |
| Q: I can't seem to find this info anywhere, so I hope you can help me out. I am currently applying for ... A: To qualify as a pilot trainee, you MUST be correctable to 20/20 in both eyes. When the military has ... | |
| MEPS | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: How long does MEPS hold on to records? Example: An applicant who failed a UA at MEPS and was unable ... A: If the job market improves, I expect a few waivers will become available each month. However, from ... | |
| MEPS | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: How long does MEPS hold on to records? Example: An applicant who failed a UA at MEPS and was unable ... A: Expect that the military can look up that UA failure by your social security number in the digital ... | |
| Appealing DD214 code | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: My son-in-law was just recently separated from the air force. He was given the CDC's twice but did ... A: Since your son-in-law received an honorable discharge, he will be eligible to enlist in another ... | |
| do you know policy for NGB | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: i have quick question regarding seperation documents, maybe you can help or point me to someone who ... A: Your re-entry code of 3 (RE 3) is not waiverable for re-enlistment, because you did not get an ... | |
| HPSP | 12/6/2009 |
| Q: i'll be starting medical school next year and i am interested in the HPSP. now reading through the ... A: It's worth seeing your recruiter. Many conditions that are disqualifying are waiverable, depending ... | |
| Waiver | 12/6/2009 |
| Q: when I was 17 I was arrested for cannabis, went to court, find out someone had stolen my identify. I ... A: Currently there are no waivers available for prior drug abuse charges. If the arrest was false, and ... | |
| air force fighter pilots | 12/3/2009 |
| Q: i was wondering how much fighter pilots get payed. i am a female so i know it'll be hard to become a ... A: Fighter pilots are paid based on their rank and time in service. They also receive pilot specialty ... | |
| Re-enlistment to USMC | 12/1/2009 |
| Q: In 2001 I was discharged from the Marine corps with an OTH and RE-code of 3. In 2005 I joined the ... A: Since you were medically separated, any return to service would require a waiver of the condition ... | |
| Changing from Army to Marine | 11/28/2009 |
| Q: What is the process for an Army Officer to become a Marine Officer after graduating from West Point A: If you are a cadet at West Point now, you want to petition the Army and the Navy now, to allow you ... | |
| Discharge Coast Guard | 11/27/2009 |
| Q: My son is facing possible charges from two years ago. He is in the Coast Guard now. How long will ... A: Unfortunately, I cannot answer your question. There are far too many variables in these ... | |
| OCS candidate injury -out or AIT | 11/26/2009 |
| Q: Col. Bedell, My son ended up with a hip stress fracture after a couple of weeks at OCS. Recovery ... A: This is a tough question to answer because hip fractures take so long to heal, and most young people ... | |
| re enlistment | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: I am 30 yrs old and was discharged from the army w/ a general under honorable conditions with a RE ... A: Your age is not an issue as long as you are still fit. However, your discharge characterization and ... | |
| Waiver | 11/20/2009 |
| Q: I got the Recruiter to write a waiver for the RE Code 2B and after all the questions to you and all ... A: An answer on your waiver should take no more than 120 days. The duration will depend on the waiver ... | |
| re code 3 | 11/18/2009 |
| Q: I'm 32 and now I want to join the coast guard. I'm a proir active army (19-k) w/ a re code 3 ... A: You must go to your last reserve unit and get your new DD 214! You had a new period of service and ... | |
| Petition | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: My question to you is how do you go about petioning the Army to have your RE Code Changed. I am a ... A: You may petition the Army Board for Correction of Military Records to adjust your discharge ... | |
| re-enlistment duty station | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: If you re-enlist do you get to pick your duty station? A: There is a re-enlistment option that allows you to re-enlist for a specific duty station. That ... | |
| Hypothyroidism | 11/14/2009 |
| Q: I have hypothyroidism. If I were to be granted a waiver and accepted to the Army's or the Marine ... A: Not all hypothyrodism is caused by the same condition. The cause of your hypothyroidism could be ... | |
| Hypothyroidism | 11/12/2009 |
| Q: I have hypothyroidism. If I were to be granted a waiver and accepted to the Army's or the Marine ... A: If your condition is controlled by medication, and you receive a waiver for your condition in order ... | |
| Prior Service | 11/10/2009 |
| Q: I was previously enlisted in the Navy and left honorably in 1987. I have since received both BA and ... A: It is possible that you could return to service at your age if you meet the fitness and medical ... | |
| Re-entry into military | 10/28/2009 |
| Q: When I was 21 after almost two years of enlistment, I chapter 15 out of the Army for homosexual ... A: The current policy does not preclude someone who is homosexual from entering military service as ... | |
| Age? | 10/24/2009 |
| Q: I am 32 years old, 33 in March. I am thinking about joining the Air Force? Can I? Thank You A: If you are otherwise qualified, you may enlist in the military up to age 42. If you have special ... | |
| Joining Military | 10/14/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering if it is possible to join the Marines with mitral valve prolapse. It is very mild ... A: You would need a medical waiver for your condition, and I am not sure that it is waiverable. You ... | |
| Airforce Nursing | 10/14/2009 |
| Q: I am a college student at the Florida Keys Community College.I am doing paper on the Airforce about ... A: The Military Services pay their officers based on their rank. So Air Force nurses receive pay ... | |
| HPSP scholarship | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: Cynthia, I just had a question on the HPSP Scholarship for the medical field. I'm strongly ... A: Since you want to go into the medical field, you should contact an Army Medical Department (AMEDD) ... | |
| Disorderly Conduct | 9/17/2009 |
| Q: I was charged with Grand Larceny but not convicted. I have to serve 1 year interm probation and ... A: Your crime probably does not disqualify you, but you will have to petition for a waiver to the ... | |
| Enlistment | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: Haven't had contact with you for a while and since then, we contacted a recruiter who is somewhat ... A: Yes, the new fiscal year starts in October, and the race to recruit next year's new Soldiers begins. ... | |
| u.s marine reserves | 9/14/2009 |
| Q: i was told by my recruiter that they cannot enlist no one right now because the marines ia really ... A: All the services have met their recruiting goals for fiscal year 2009. The new fiscal year begins ... | |
| Shoulder injury | 9/13/2009 |
| Q: I am almost in the same boat another person had just asked you... I had a shoulder injury before I ... A: You are in a slightly different situation than the recruits that have not yet reported to their duty ... | |
| Benefits | 9/10/2009 |
| Q: I am living in the United States Virgin Islands. My son's father has recently enlisted in Active ... A: If your son's father is on the birth certificate as the father, he must fill out a DD form 1172 and ... | |
| Eyesite - unable to continue with AFROTC - other options? | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: I am a part of the the AFROTC at the University of Houston, and won a $90,000 scholarship last ... A: I cannot answer your question because the specifics of your eye troubles are critical in determining ... | |
| Thinking about joining the Marines | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: I am currently thinking(really hard) about joining the Marines one reason being I need some focus ... A: Ask to visit a Marine base and see some demonstration training. If after attending such a ... | |
| Rejoing military after a felony conviction | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: I was thinking of reentering the military and joining the Army. My question is I was in the Air ... A: Whether you can get the waivers you need will depend a lot on how your felony was classified and ... | |
| Sleep Techs and Other | 9/4/2009 |
| Q: I am currently finishing my sleep technology program at a community college. I plan on attending ... A: You must be a board certified medical doctor to enter the military services with a direct ... | |
| I need a job??? | 9/4/2009 |
| Q: I am a SGT in the Texas Army National Guard and is slotted to attend OCS,BOLC II, and OBC starting ... A: When you are close to graduation from your OBC, you can request orders for an active duty tour. If ... | |
| Backed out in DEP but considering Navy Officer | 9/3/2009 |
| Q: Colonel Bedell, I’ve sworn into the Navy back in January, I choose my ship-out date in December, ... A: You should get an uncharacterized discharge with a re-entry code of 1. You did nothing wrong, and ... | |
| Army Blue to Green Warrant Officer Program | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: I am an E-6 in the navy with 15 years of active duty services. I have my AA degree and currently in ... A: Yes, you can apply for the Blue to Green Warrant Officer program now with your associates degree. ... | |
| rejoiningthe army | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: I would love to rejoin the Army. when i was 17 i went to basic and went awol after a month and ... A: Your work and school history will help your case when you petition for a waiver. The EMT ... | |
| Navy Medical | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: Just Wondering about a medical waiver that was submitted for me and its chances of getting passed. I ... A: It is not unusual for a waiver request that is not pressing, to be on hold while more pressing ... | |
| want to enter navy hearing loss | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: My son 19 years old with two year college experience in engineering, excellent behavior records, ... A: First -- stop being angry. The military has physical, mental and moral standards to recruit young ... | |
| Am I eligible to Join the NAVY? | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: "I am 25 yr old male with a Bachelors and a Masters degree; graduated with my MSW in May 2009. I ... A: Your chances of becoming an officer any time soon are greatly diminished. You have a chance to ... | |
| 31 with a ged. | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: i am 31 years old and holding a g.e.d., i would like to enlist in the coast guard. i realize this ... A: You will need a medical waiver for your shoulder surgery, and that greatly reduces your chances of ... | |
| Am I eligible to join the ARMY? | 8/23/2009 |
| Q: Two weeks ago, I went to MEPS, and took the ASVAB scored a 95 with a GT score of 137 and the full ... A: Since you may not have an interim clearance in time for you to attend your desired MOS training, ... | |
| Medical Discharge RE-4 (want to re-enlist) | 8/23/2009 |
| Q: I entered into the Navy 10 years ago. I made it to the end, but could not pass the final PT test. I ... A: If you have asthma or exercise induced asthma (trouble breathing in cold dry air while exercising), ... | |
| Am I eligible to join the ARMY? | 8/22/2009 |
| Q: Two weeks ago, I went to MEPS, and took the ASVAB scored a 95 with a GT score of 137 and the full ... A: You will likely require two waivers since you had two separate incidents, even though both were ... | |
| Joining the Army | 8/20/2009 |
| Q: My husband is interested in joining the Army after he gets his masters degree. Will he go in as a ... A: Unless your husband has a law degree, a divinity degree or a medical degree, he will not get an ... | |
| Medboard/Re-enlistment | 8/19/2009 |
| Q: Just had a question about re-enlistment. I went through a medboard after returning home from OIF ... A: Your likelihood of successfully joining ROTC will in part depend on whether you were medically ... | |
| Military and College | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: I'm in the process in joining the air force and I am having a real hard time trying to figure out a ... A: Unfortunately, since you are married, you are not eligible for any of the service academies. ... | |
| Joining to be Navy Cook | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: Ms. Bedell: Hello I intrested in joining the Navy I will graduate college this may with B.S. ... A: You have a disqualifying medical condition. It is unlikely you could receive a waiver for your ... | |
| Just asking | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: my son's father is in the Navy and just went over sea. He told me that in order for our son to keep ... A: No! He is not telling the truth. All your son needs is a DD form 1172 and a copy of his birth ... | |
| Over 40 years old | 8/8/2009 |
| Q: I am A Peruvian American , I always want to enroll in the military service and for personal reasons ... A: With your bachelors degree, you are eligible for officer candidate school (OCS), if you are ... | |
| navy gomestic violence | 7/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a friend (female) who is enlisted navy. her husband has physicaly harmed her, threatens and ... A: Unless someone else has witnessed behavior or seen evidence that might indicate domestic violence, ... | |
| enlisted - officer | 7/29/2009 |
| Q: Colonel Bedell, "I am 32 years old and have served for roughly 8 years in the enlisted ranks, 5 in ... A: As long as your degree is from an accredited University or College in the United States, it meets ... | |
| Joining OCS past age 36 | 7/27/2009 |
| Q: I 36 and unmarried and am planning on joining the army. I haven't taken the ASVAB yet but scored ... A: Unless this pattern of reckless behavior continued past your early twenties, you can probably still ... | |
| Joining OCS past age 36 | 7/25/2009 |
| Q: I 36 and unmarried and am planning on joining the army. I haven't taken the ASVAB yet but scored ... A: If you are a highly qualified candidate, you can earn a waiver for your age up to age 42. Since you ... | |
| Air Force OTS | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: I am currently on track to graduate from my college with a Bachelors degree in Information ... A: If you have a bachelors degree from an accredited US university or college, and you meet all other ... | |
| enlistment/photography careers | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: I have no previous experience with the military and am 49 years old and am wondering if there could ... A: Unfortunately you are too old to join the military for the first time. For an initial enlistment ... | |
| Oxford Engineering Masters degree | 7/17/2009 |
| Q: First, and foremost, thank you for your service to our country, and for volunteering to answer ... A: The Army supports applying for the Rhodes scholarship, and will allow superior performing junior ... | |
| Prior Service & Age | 7/12/2009 |
| Q: I am currently 35, I have been separated from the military for 5 years (it will be 6 in April ... A: I cannot predict whether the Air Force has any needs for someone with your skills. It would be best ... | |
| Enlisting | 7/12/2009 |
| Q: My son is 17 years old and currently on probation. He is interested in enlisting in the military. ... A: Depending on the nature of your son's mistakes, it is possible he could enlist with a misconduct ... | |
| Navy Dental Question | 7/11/2009 |
| Q: I am in the process of applying to the HPSP/HSCP program and attend PA school in order to join as a ... A: You may have your tooth extracted and wear a bridge with a replacement tooth or an implant. Neither ... | |
| Any chance of getting into the Airforce or even Army again | 7/11/2009 |
| Q: In 2002 i was discharged from the Army with a re 3 code this was during AIT . I am 29 years old. I'm ... A: You might be able to petition for a waiver of your re-entry code, and re-enlist. You will need a ... | |
| medical waiver | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: Colonel, thanks for the encouraging words. one person says yes, one says no of getting in. not sure ... A: Best of luck with the Navy medical waiver. For the intern jobs, you won't hear anything until the ... | |
| Age Waiver | 7/9/2009 |
| Q: Bedell: I have been trying to find a way to serve my country in the armed forces but I seem to be ... A: To serve in the military you must be able to serve 20 years before you reach retirement age -- which ... | |
| heart doctor results | 7/9/2009 |
| Q: Colonel, it said you responded to my last question about saying thank you and the jobs i applied ... A: Unfortunately, my opinion won't matter, only the military medical doctors' opinions will matter. ... | |
| Air Force OTS | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: I recently graduated from a four year college with two Bachelor of Arts degrees, one in English ... A: Congratulations on your degrees! As you know, a bachelors degree is one of the requirements for ... | |
| department of defense | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: its pete again. i dont carry any signs of me having a hole in my heart and feel good about getting ... A: Try searching on "career intern" and many jobs should come up. About 60 intern positions just ... | |
| department of defense | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: its pete again. i dont carry any signs of me having a hole in my heart and feel good about getting ... A: With your bachelors degree many opportunities are open. Since you have a degree in general ... | |
| department of defense | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: its pete again. i dont carry any signs of me having a hole in my heart and feel good about getting ... A: Currently the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) is hiring interns and training them in ... | |
| i want to get in so bad!! but... | 7/6/2009 |
| Q: my name is pete and i badly want to get in the Navy. see the world.experience the world. change the ... A: OCS is not a given just because you have a bachelors degree. You must also meet the Armed Services ... | |
| Air Force | 7/6/2009 |
| Q: If i were to join the AirForce whats the shortest period of time i can sign up for just incase i ... A: Usually the shortest enlistment tour length in the Air Force is four years. Sometimes, you can get ... | |
| PA to medical school | 7/6/2009 |
| Q: I was recently selected to the Army/Air Force PA program. My question is : where can I go from ... A: Once you complete your service obligation for your PA training, you can apply to go to the Uniformed ... | |
| Army, Enlisting, Army ROTC | 7/5/2009 |
| Q: I am looking at joining the Army or joining the Army Reserves & doing Army ROTC at college. I want a ... A: You have many options available to you. Each option has advantages and disadvantages. Depending on ... | |
| i want to get in so bad!! but... | 7/4/2009 |
| Q: my name is pete and i badly want to get in the Navy. see the world.experience the world. change the ... A: All you can do is request the medical waiver as you are doing. Any documentation you have will help ... | |
| Enlisted Navy to Army OCS | 7/1/2009 |
| Q: I am currently enlisted in the Navy and would like to transfer to the Army and go through the OCS ... A: Unless you have been accepted into a program, your command has no reason to believe your release is ... | |
| potential medical disqualifying condition | 6/30/2009 |
| Q: my son is considering an officer commission but has partially torn cartilage (labrum) in his ... A: With this kind of shoulder injury, he will be disqualified by the medical officer at the Military ... | |
| coast guard weight req. | 6/26/2009 |
| Q: I am a 21 year-old female who's interested in joining the coast guard...but I am 4' 11" and weight ... A: I do not have the Coast Guard height weight tables. You do meet the minimum height for a female to ... | |
| Reenlistment | 6/26/2009 |
| Q: I have an RE4 code from the Marine Corps for an AWOL. I left before reporting to my SOI training ... A: You have a long struggle ahead of you. You have two options that you may wish to attempt ... | |
| Join the Army Reserve | 6/24/2009 |
| Q: I’m 28 year old, I have an Associates Degree in Electronics and sometime between December of 2009 ... A: You should join a Reserve Unit where you want to live, if possible. This means you should be in ... | |
| becoming an officer | 6/23/2009 |
| Q: I am prior navy with 4 years in, I would like to know how i can become a navy officer in the legal ... A: To become an officer, you must have at least a bachelors degree from an accredited US university or ... | |
| Re-enlisting with husband on Active Duty | 6/22/2009 |
| Q: My husband and I were in the Air Foorce in 2001. he served his full 4-year enlistment (in medical ... A: It is possible for you to re-enlist, but you will have to have a family care package that states ... | |
| regular army/national guard | 6/22/2009 |
| Q: I'm in the Army National Guard and on deployment, how can I enlist into regular Army? ANSWER: Dear ... A: You complete a DA Form 4187 addressed to your Human Resources Branch manager requesting transfer to ... | |
| Secutiry Clearance | 6/21/2009 |
| Q: I just recently signed my contract to go to OCS under DEP. I ship in January. My recruiter had told ... A: Yes, usually if they find an issue with your clearance application they will ask you for more ... | |
| Secutiry Clearance | 6/21/2009 |
| Q: I just recently signed my contract to go to OCS under DEP. I ship in January. My recruiter had told ... A: If you have already filled out your security clearance paperwork, then when you go for your security ... | |
| regular army/national guard | 6/21/2009 |
| Q: I'm in the Army National Guard and on deployment, how can I enlist into regular Army? A: You cannot "enlist" into the regular Army while on National Guard status. You can apply for an ... | |
| marrying my finance in the navy | 6/20/2009 |
| Q: i am airforce and my fiance is navy. what are the chances once we get married that we will get ... A: Unfortunately, that depends on what you consider stationed together compared to what the military ... | |
| TS and high credit that may result in a ch 7 bk | 6/19/2009 |
| Q: I have already taken asvab and edqt and qualify for a TS job in the Air Guard. My concern is that I ... A: A pattern of living beyond your means will indicate to an investigator that you might be susceptible ... | |
| reenlistment | 6/19/2009 |
| Q: ive read previous questions asked to you and im satisfied with your answers.. my fiance was in the ... A: Yes, there have been discharged Soldiers who petitioned and received waivers for negative discharge ... | |
| TS and high credit that may result in a ch 7 bk | 6/18/2009 |
| Q: I have already taken asvab and edqt and qualify for a TS job in the Air Guard. My concern is that I ... A: Most financial issues can be adjudicated, if you are making honest efforts to meet your debts. ... | |
| reenlistment | 6/17/2009 |
| Q: ive read previous questions asked to you and im satisfied with your answers.. my fiance was in the ... A: Although it is possible for your fiance to re-enlist, it will take three waivers due to his ... | |
| Re-inlistment in Army after medical discharge. | 6/15/2009 |
| Q: My son was medically discharged from the Army during basic training last year due to a pre-existing ... A: Your son probably will not get the medical waiver needed to earn scholarship status as an ROTC ... | |
| Rank of a commissioned officer | 6/14/2009 |
| Q: I would like to become a JAG Officer in the Army. What rank would I be commissioned as? Do I get a ... A: Generally, high enough quality means you have been a practicing lawyer of good reputation prior to ... | |
| Rank of a commissioned officer | 6/13/2009 |
| Q: I would like to become a JAG Officer in the Army. What rank would I be commissioned as? Do I get a ... A: If you are a Doctor of Jurisprudence from an accredited US Law School, and have passed the Bar Exam ... | |
| OCS waivers | 6/9/2009 |
| Q: Ma'm, Thank You so much for the last answers you provided me, it help me made up my mind on joining ... A: You may enlist up to the age of 42 without an age waiver. You may also receive an OCS rider on your ... | |
| After the Masters Degree | 6/7/2009 |
| Q: I recently graduated with a Masters of Counselor Education... throughout my searches on this topic ... A: Unfortunately a Masters in Education is not one of the sought after degrees needed by the military. ... | |
| military career | 6/2/2009 |
| Q: I am 22 years old with aspiration of joining the Air Force after college, however;I have few ... A: 1. You may apply for ROTC and in some cases use that scholarship to pay for your graduate degree. ... | |
| Re-enlistment bonuses | 6/2/2009 |
| Q: My husband re-enlisted into the Marine Corp for a second term. He rates a bonus upon being awarded a ... A: Usually he will have to pay a pro-rated portion of the re-enlistment bonus back, based on the period ... | |
| Possible DQ | 6/2/2009 |
| Q: Ms. Bedell, I'm wanting to go to OCS in September; I'm currently studying for the ASTB and ... A: Usually civil speeding is not a criminal offense and so would not require a waiver. However, a ... | |
| engineering graduate | 6/1/2009 |
| Q: Good Day Col.Bedell, Reading your profile was very inspiring. I am prior service (Navy) and have ... A: All Army commissioned officers are assigned branches based on the needs of the Army. West Point ... | |
| GED | 5/31/2009 |
| Q: Can I get into the the air force active duty if i have a GED? If not, what branch of the military ... A: If there is a enlistment billet available and you meet the standards, you can enlist with a GED in ... | |
| need help | 5/31/2009 |
| Q: my boyfriend is AWOL from the army and he been AWOL for about a month and a week befor he got pulled ... A: At the very least your boyfriend will be dropped from the rolls with a poor discharge ... | |
| Custom Orthotics | 5/29/2009 |
| Q: I'm starting Air Force ROTC this fall and I recently heard that having custom orthotics is an ... A: Flat feet are a disqualifying characteristic because you are more prone to increased foot, ankle and ... | |
| Special Request Chits Denial | 5/29/2009 |
| Q: Ma'am: I an a sailor of 6 years. I was recently selected to advancement as well as have recently ... A: I am unfamiliar with your acronyms in the Navy. But I believe you are stating that you miss the ... | |
| re entry back into army | 5/28/2009 |
| Q: I was medically discharged from the Army in1999. I have since had another surgey. And doing better, ... A: I cannot answer your question as written. Whether you can return to military service depends on ... | |
| Coast Guard Pilot Deployments | 5/27/2009 |
| Q: This may be out of your area of expertise, but I thought of all the experts on the panel you may be ... A: The Coast Guard rarely deploys, and they rarely have enough pilots, so between the two, pilots ... | |
| Coast Guard Pilot Deployments | 5/27/2009 |
| Q: This may be out of your area of expertise, but I thought of all the experts on the panel you may be ... A: The Coast Guard rarely deploys from their United States missions. However, they do deploy when ... | |
| misdemeanor | 5/26/2009 |
| Q: I am prior service NAVY and a college student finishing up my associate's this summer, I already had ... A: It's unfortunate that your crime occurred when it did. You should still be able to enlist in the ... | |
| Prior Army, Desires Navy OCS but collecting 10% disab.... | 5/26/2009 |
| Q: I'm a former Army soldier, I was enlisted from July 2001 to July 2005. I was a UAV operator and ... A: You will need a waiver to be allowed to attend Navy OCS. But, if your knee is in good condition, ... | |
| MEB | 5/25/2009 |
| Q: I Have just a few questions I'm hoping you could answer. I'm a Spc.currently on active duty, last ... A: Your medical appointments should over-ride any non-emergency duties you have been assigned. Title ... | |
| Hypothyroidism | 5/23/2009 |
| Q: Cynthia, this is a follow up to your reply on 4/18/09 regarding advice for my son to apply for a ... A: Congratulations to your son. I wish him much success as a Marine. I know you must be quite proud ... | |
| applying into OTS | 5/22/2009 |
| Q: I am a 26 year old male applying into Air Force OTS (non-rated). I have a master's degree in Physics ... A: Your credentials appear excellent, and you should have a good shot at OTS. If you do have to enter ... | |
| thinking about joning | 5/21/2009 |
| Q: I am thinking about joning but I don't won't to get in and find out that I'm Getting screwed. So ... A: I cannot help you with this question because each individual is offered bonuses, job specialties or ... | |
| Security Clearance | 5/20/2009 |
| Q: I am currently 24 years old. When I was 18 years old I joined the Navy and Failed the drug test at ... A: If you want to get a security clearance, do not lie on your clearance application. You can explain ... | |
| bussiness | 5/20/2009 |
| Q: If you have HDAD can you still qualify for the Air Force. A: ADHD is generally a disqualifying condition. If it is treatable with medication, or if you have ... | |
| Rentry Codes | 5/19/2009 |
| Q: Let me start by saying that I joined the AF as a boom operator. I had been completely qualified at ... A: If you did not do what you were discharged for, you would have been better off fighting it before ... | |
| hypothyroidism | 5/16/2009 |
| Q: I know you answered this question before, but i was wondering if you could further clarify ... A: It is not a loophole. It means you will have to petition for your condition to be evaluated, and ... | |
| hypothyroidism | 5/15/2009 |
| Q: I know you answered this question before, but i was wondering if you could further clarify ... A: You should be eligible for Airborne School, but you may not be eligible for Ranger School. You are ... | |
| GI Bill qualification | 5/14/2009 |
| Q: I served 4 years active duty army and was released honorably. I enlisted into the army reserves ... A: Yes, your recruiter may have misled you. She should be punished. YOU signed the contract. It is ... | |
| GI Bill qualification | 5/13/2009 |
| Q: I served 4 years active duty army and was released honorably. I enlisted into the army reserves ... A: If you contracted for the Army Reserves and you are not attending drill you are Absent Without Leave ... | |
| Question about the Air Force | 5/12/2009 |
| Q: 2009.05.12.555 Hi Cynthia, I had a real quick question about getting into the Air Force, and if you ... A: I do not think your light weight will be an issue if you can do the push ups, sit ups and run you ... | |
| Navy to Army | 5/10/2009 |
| Q: I am currently enlisted in the navy and was interested in pursuing the Operation Blue to Green. I ... A: In some specialties, the Navy is drawing down. That means these specialties are relatively easy to ... | |
| Army to Air Force | 5/3/2009 |
| Q: I am retired USAF. My wife is in the Army, due to age requirements at the time..Since she is active ... A: Unfortunately I cannot help you with this issue. Late in the last century, the Federal Government ... | |
| Army to Air Force | 5/2/2009 |
| Q: I am retired USAF. My wife is in the Army, due to age requirements at the time..Since she is active ... A: Yes, she can get a pre-arranged enlistment date with rank, specialty and duty location all worked ... | |
| Army to Air Force | 5/2/2009 |
| Q: I am retired USAF. My wife is in the Army, due to age requirements at the time..Since she is active ... A: Yes, if there are positions in the Air Force that your wife can fill, then she can be discharged ... | |
| waiver disapproved | 5/2/2009 |
| Q: I joined the army on May of 2003, but during my first weeks of basic training I was discharged ... A: Unfortunately, the doctor that reviewed your initial entry discharge mislead you. An re 3 reentry ... | |
| waiver disapproved | 5/1/2009 |
| Q: I joined the army on May of 2003, but during my first weeks of basic training I was discharged ... A: I cannot predict if the Marines or the Army National Guard will grant you a waiver for your prior ... | |
| TA and GI Bill- same thing? | 4/30/2009 |
| Q: and thank you for taking the time to answer my question. I'm applying for a commission in the ... A: The GI Bill and Tuition Assistance are two separate programs. However, I do not believe waiving ... | |
| Colorblindness | 4/20/2009 |
| Q: My son wants to join either the Army or Air Force and has already talked to recruiters, but has one ... A: Depending on how severe his colorblindness is, and how he compensates for it, he might be able to ... | |
| Drug Test | 4/19/2009 |
| Q: I am going on my third year of my first enlistment contract in the Army Reserves. Recently I decided ... A: It is likely all samples taken from your unit will be tested. Marijuana evidence stays in your fat ... | |
| Hypothyroidism | 4/18/2009 |
| Q: My son is currently trying to enlist into the Marine Corps. He has Hypothyroidism which has ... A: Your son should apply for a medical waiver, if he wants to enlist with his thyroid condition. Many ... | |
| Applying to OCS or OTS | 4/17/2009 |
| Q: I am currently a Ph.D. candidate that will be finishing graduate school in the next couple of years ... A: If your failure at the Academy is inside the reporting window, you should be able to waive your ... | |
| Honorable with a RE 4 | 4/16/2009 |
| Q: My son was home over the Christmas holiday and did a very stupid thing. Upon his return he tested ... A: Morality waivers are available for re-entry code 4, on occasion. Since a lot of new high school ... | |
| RE Code 3 JFV Chapter 5-17 Re-enlist | 4/11/2009 |
| Q: I was in the Army as an 11B from 11/03 to 10/04. I got seperated with a Chapter 5-17 due to ... A: It is possible to get a waiver for your RE Code 3. But it will take hard work on your part. ... | |
| medical waiver | 4/10/2009 |
| Q: I signed the original documents setting in motion my re-enlistment into the FLARNG on May 16th 2008. ... A: In is not uncommon for a waiver to take at least 90 days and up to six months to process, if it is a ... | |
| re-code? | 4/6/2009 |
| Q: The doctors at boot-camp never did any type of tests on my knee to see weather or not it was strong. ... A: You are lucky they did not hit you with a fraudulent enlistment for not reporting your prior knee ... | |
| I have a reentry code of re 4 and I want to reenlist | 4/5/2009 |
| Q: ok i will try to keep this short.my name is melvin christine I was a 15u and I was in the 160th.I ... A: To have any chance at all of re-enlisting, you will need to petition the Military Board of ... | |
| administrative seperation for drug abuse | 4/2/2009 |
| Q: My question is regarding my rights following an administrative seperation from the navy for use of ... A: I am sorry you currently serve under a no tolerance policy, as I have seen some young people make ... | |
| re-enlistment | 4/1/2009 |
| Q: I asked you a question 1 year ago pertaining to re-enlistment into the ARMY and you did respond. I ... A: My advice to you really remains the same. You successfully petitioned the Board to upgrade your ... | |
| ex officer looking to return to Army | 3/28/2009 |
| Q: Captain in the reserves, honorably discharged last year around this time. Want to reinstate ... A: Contact the Human Resources branch in Alexandria, VA. They can tell you if your branch still needs ... | |
| Re: What Now! | 3/27/2009 |
| Q: Col. Bedell, I have always read your insightful and professional responses to questions on this ... A: 1. The health services field is almost always looking for officers, but in the medical treatment ... | |
| Still trying to reenlist | 3/27/2009 |
| Q: I have come to you for advise in the past and your responses have helped, so I am back. I was ... A: Continue to try. Your waiver may be approved. In the current environment, the military does not ... | |
| PCS Europe | 3/25/2009 |
| Q: I am looking to PCS to Europe. (Active Army, 88N, E-4) I will have just under 2 years left on my ... A: Go to the Army Knowledge Online website (www.us.army.mil) and log-in. If you do not have an AKO ... | |
| Re: What Now! | 3/25/2009 |
| Q: Col. Bedell, I have always read your insightful and professional responses to questions on this ... A: Who asked for the age waiver at MEPS? Did you keep a copy of your application and contract? Did ... | |
| PCS Europe | 3/25/2009 |
| Q: I am looking to PCS to Europe. (Active Army, 88N, E-4) I will have just under 2 years left on my ... A: You will not be allowed to PCS to Europe unless you extend your active duty term to coincide with at ... | |
| army question | 3/24/2009 |
| Q: Ms. Bedell: I am a concerned, potential enlistee. I would welcome the opportunity to serve my ... A: Your speeding tickets are not an issue, if they were civil speeding. If they were reckless ... | |
| Son | 3/23/2009 |
| Q: My son leaves for army boot camp next week. He has expressed that he is afraid that he will not be ... A: Your son will be tested within 10 days of his arrival at training camp. If he has smoked marijuana ... | |
| What Now! | 3/23/2009 |
| Q: Col. Bedell, I have always read your insightful and professional responses to questions on this ... A: I have added a comment to my previous answer. A waiver request can take up to 90 days for ... | |
| help getting in | 3/22/2009 |
| Q: my name is joshua . my dream is getting into the army but am having problems with getting in . the ... A: Go to your local bookstore and buy the ASVAB practice test book. You will find them in the ... | |
| ROTC Master degree | 3/22/2009 |
| Q: I am currently a SPC(P) in the Army, I have been to Iraq and Korea. I am 4 classes away from ... A: You can do either option that works for you. Given the current environment, I would recommend the ... | |
| DSN Lines | 3/22/2009 |
| Q: how close to a base does a recipient need to be in order for that DSN call to work? A: You cannot receive a DSN call unless you are in the DSN network. However, a morale call on a DSN ... | |
| reserve service, education rights | 3/20/2009 |
| Q: I'm having a situation at school where an instructor of mine is threatening to drop me from a class ... A: Unfortunately, you are not really covered by a law on this issue. Generally, you would be expected ... | |
| Foreign Bachelors degree | 3/16/2009 |
| Q: Respected Mam, i am CECN Karthik Vardhan, 29 years old, i was born and raised in India, i came to US ... A: I recommend you use your master degree as your qualifying degree for your OCS application. Then the ... | |
| OCS | 3/16/2009 |
| Q: I just turned 38 on March 13th and currently hold an Associates of Science. I am prior service with ... A: If you were honorably discharged or currently serving honorably, you can qualify for OCS once you ... | |
| Foreign Bachelors degree | 3/15/2009 |
| Q: Respected Mam, i am CECN Karthik Vardhan, 29 years old, i was born and raised in India, i came to US ... A: Your masters degree from Fairleigh Dickinson, an accredited US university ... | |
| Career Path | 2/19/2009 |
| Q: Col. Bedell, If I still decide to give the army a shot which branch (in the earlier stages ... A: Most officers get many opportunities to analyze and solve problems for their units. So Corps of ... | |
| prior service renlistment army | 2/18/2009 |
| Q: Im 49 years old serve 3 years active army 11b infantry, 1980-83 and 13 army reserve from 1985 to ... A: If the only active duty time you have is the 3 years as an 11B, then you are too old to re-enlist. ... | |
| PHD in economics | 2/18/2009 |
| Q: I will getting a PhD in Economics Next year, and I am considering a whole lot of career options, ... A: You will get very little advantage from having a Ph.D. in economics early in an Army career. There ... | |
| Still confused | 2/15/2009 |
| Q: I asked this question last year about this same time and was told that the military would not be the ... A: You can locate an AMEDD recruiter by going to this website ... | |
| Still confused | 2/13/2009 |
| Q: I asked this question last year about this same time and was told that the military would not be the ... A: Joining the military will still be a bad idea for you. Your ASVAB scores are terribly low, so you ... | |
| Discharge Question | 2/13/2009 |
| Q: I believe you have answered this question before, but I just want to clarify. In 2000, I received ... A: If your most recent DD Form 214 grants you an honorable discharge, that DD Form 214 should supercede ... | |
| Still confused | 2/11/2009 |
| Q: I asked this question last year about this same time and was told that the military would not be the ... A: Unless you have a spouse that is able to take care of all those children while you are away for more ... | |
| Inter-service transfer into the Navy from the Marines | 2/10/2009 |
| Q: Greetings Ma'am, I am currently an E-4 in the Marines, and am hoping to transfer into the Navy when ... A: You should begin your discussions with the Navy recruiters as soon as possible. Whether they will ... | |
| ocs rider? | 2/10/2009 |
| Q: Ms. Bedell: Thank you for your past responses. I've got one more question for you. Is it possible ... A: Because you have a masters degree in a science field, you should qualify to take the PA training ... | |
| results of physical | 2/9/2009 |
| Q: My son is 27 and is making his way through the enlistment process for the Army. At his physical he ... A: Your son will likely need a medical waiver for a history for childhood ADD. Since he has achieved ... | |
| OTH re-enlistment | 2/8/2009 |
| Q: My name is James and I was discharged last febuary from the Navy for desertion for 31 days. I was ... A: You have two options to try and re-enlist in the Navy. The first is to visit a recruiter, and see ... | |
| ocs rider? | 2/8/2009 |
| Q: Ms. Bedell: Thank you for your past responses. I've got one more question for you. Is it possible ... A: You are not too old to to get an OCS rider, since you have your masters degree (only an associates ... | |
| future army career | 2/7/2009 |
| Q: Ms. Bedell: What do you see for the future of Chemical Operations Spec.74D? Is it a high demand ... A: The Chemical Operations Specialist is still needed by the Army. Since the requirements for ... | |
| DD Form 1172 for Military ID | 2/6/2009 |
| Q: My husband left for basic training a couple of weeks ago. I do not have DD Form 1172 that I need to ... A: You do need to get the DD form 1172 from your husband. If he refuses to sign one and send it to ... | |
| misdiagnosis bipolar | 2/5/2009 |
| Q: Ms.Bedell "Six years ago I saw a psychiatrist voluntarily and was diagnosed as "bipolar" during our ... A: Be honest on your medical history. Then if you get "disqualified" at MEPS, you will request a ... | |
| Demotion in the Air Force | 2/5/2009 |
| Q: My son is an E-4 in the Air Force. He received a dui while on leave. He appeared before his ... A: The times required to become eligible for promotion vary by the services and the current needs of ... | |
| reentry | 2/3/2009 |
| Q: Good day Sir, I am 35 years old and been in the service for 13 years (8 years active and 5 ... A: I cannot answer your question because your discharge characterization and re-entry code determine if ... | |
| ELS trying to reinlist with some charges | 2/1/2009 |
| Q: Now i went to my recruiters office now being married having a child of my own and running out of ... A: You are only allowed three waivers of any type, if you are to enlist in the military. Each ... | |
| signing up | 1/23/2009 |
| Q: hey,my boyfriend is currently think off signing up,but I'm just intrigued as to how the whole ... A: The whole enlistment process can be as short as a few weeks or it could be longer than a year. If ... | |
| National Guard Officer Transfer/Resignation | 1/22/2009 |
| Q: I am currently an officer in the Army National Guard. I originally enlisted as an infantryman in ... A: I cannot fully answer your question because although the Army is authorized to treat you in certain ... | |
| following a dream | 1/22/2009 |
| Q: miss bedell, I have tried for almost 7yrs to become a member of the armed forces. I have gone ... A: If you have one adult offense and two juvenile offenses, then you require three (3) waivers. That ... | |
| following a dream | 1/21/2009 |
| Q: miss bedell, I have tried for almost 7yrs to become a member of the armed forces. I have gone ... A: A single morality waiver is considered a single morality waiver whether it is for a big offense or a ... | |
| OCS Waivers | 1/20/2009 |
| Q: Cynthia Bedell, How likely is it to get an OCS waiver for reckless driving. The reckless driving ... A: Unfortunately, in the current environment, I do not know whether the board would approve a waiver ... | |
| age waiver | 1/20/2009 |
| Q: Listening to Bush's farewell address gave me a question that I wonder if you can answer. Bush talked ... A: One way to get onto active duty is by re-entering the reserves, and then get asking to be activated. ... | |
| Enlisting in Navy with Medical Waiver | 1/20/2009 |
| Q: I am trying to enlist in the Navy with an RE code of 3 and a separation code of JFL(i.e.I know I ... A: You can try Jonesboro: 1570 SOUTH LAKE PKWY SUITE A MORROW, GA 30260 (770) 960-1578 or Southwest ... | |
| military id and tricare for my son | 1/19/2009 |
| Q: My ex-husband is enlisting in Active Army. Basic starts Feb. 9th. I need to know how to get our ... A: With your divorce decree, your son's birth certificate, and a DD form 1172 signed by your husband, ... | |
| RE joing from Marines to Navy..as a single mother. | 1/19/2009 |
| Q: I was a former Marine in 2001, I got out 2005 with an Honorable discharge and RE 1 A...my problem is ... A: My personal preference would be for the Army, because it is a land based service. Much of what you ... | |
| Enlisting in Navy with Medical Waiver | 1/17/2009 |
| Q: I am trying to enlist in the Navy with an RE code of 3 and a separation code of JFL(i.e.I know I ... A: Due to the current economy, recruiters do not have to offer very many waivers. Enlistments of ... | |
| Re-enlistment possibilities | 1/16/2009 |
| Q: I am 39 years old and I was honorably discharged from the Navy at 15 years w/an RE-R1 reentry code. ... A: Yes, if the Navy still needs your specialty and you still meet the fitness standards, you can ... | |
| Authorized BAH? And a few other things... Options? Apart from IG? | 1/16/2009 |
| Q: I'm asking this question for a friend, who is at her wits end. First off I will state that she is an ... A: My recommendation is to visit the Judge Advocate General's office immediately, so that your friend ... | |
| Can I become an army Psychiatrist with a history of mental irregularities? | 1/16/2009 |
| Q: I have always wanted to join the military, specifically to become a psychiatrist or a physician. ... A: I cannot answer your question, because a military medical doctor is the only one that can decide if ... | |
| Army Reserve | 1/15/2009 |
| Q: I am a recent college graduate with BA in Biology. I am also got admitted to entry-level nursing ... A: First, you cannot be an officer of any type unless you are a US citizen. So, if you do not become ... | |
| RE joing from Marines to Navy..as a single mother. | 1/14/2009 |
| Q: I was a former Marine in 2001, I got out 2005 with an Honorable discharge and RE 1 A...my problem is ... A: You should be able to enlist again with no problem. Your NJP will not be an issue, your discharge ... | |
| Separation from Military | 1/14/2009 |
| Q: I am a writer. My main character has been in the army 18 years, the last 8 in Delta Force. I ... A: Full Colonels in Delta are rare. There are only two non-medical and honorable reasons I can imagine ... | |
| Separation from Military | 1/13/2009 |
| Q: I am a writer. My main character has been in the army 18 years, the last 8 in Delta Force. I ... A: A medical discharge for physical or mental injury could get him out at 18 years -- honorably. Or he ... | |
| About ADD | 1/13/2009 |
| Q: Iam currently enlisted in the National Guard since the summer of 08. I have not yet left to basic ... A: Since you are already in and being treated for your condition. You do not need a waiver. If you ... | |
| Masters/ ROTC/ benefits | 1/12/2009 |
| Q: I am seriously considering enrolling in ROTC while obtaining my masters degree. Are there any ... A: Getting an advanced degree using ROTC is a good option, if it suits your needs and your time-table. ... | |
| cough and coast guard | 1/11/2009 |
| Q: I have a great career at this time but was considering the Coast Guard to possibility fly ... A: You are not too old to join the military services -- to include the Coast Guard. However the ... | |
| re enlistment to another branch of service | 1/11/2009 |
| Q: Good day,Ms Bedell and how are you? My name is shanika, I enlisted in the army back in may of ... A: I cannot answer your question because I do not have full access to your medical records or your ... | |
| To get my reentry code changed | 1/10/2009 |
| Q: Bidell I got discharged from the Air Force with an Under Honorable Conditions (General) ... A: You can either approach another recruiting office and see if they will work with you to waiver your ... | |
| Medical congential cataracts | 1/10/2009 |
| Q: I am currently thinking about joining the army. The only condition I have is I have congenital ... A: It is possible (but in no way guaranteed) that you could join the military despite your cataracts. ... | |
| Army Enlisted vs OCS | 1/9/2009 |
| Q: My daughter will graduate in May with BA degree in English. Scored over 120 on the ASVAB. 43K in ... A: If your daughter enlists, she should ensure she is granted the enlistment bonus that pays off her ... | |
| Medical condition | 1/9/2009 |
| Q: My daughter is at a loss for what to do. She is in a lot of pain. Her back is so bad that she ... A: First, your daughter needs to contact her company commander and have them insure she gets the ... | |
| joining Army National Guard | 1/7/2009 |
| Q: I am joining the Army National Guard...going in 2nd lt....im 39...is it possible at a later date to ... A: It might be possible to do an interservice transfer from the Army National Guard to the Air National ... | |
| age cut off for R.N.'s to join Army | 1/6/2009 |
| Q: I am an RN turning 43 this March, have I missed the boat? Is it too late to think about a military ... A: I think you must join before March. The cut-off age is 42 currently, and I believe that age still ... | |
| cut off age | 1/4/2009 |
| Q: hello im a recent college grad and im getting ready to go to pharm school i have always wanted to ... A: Currently the maximum age to join the military is 42. That could change, if the military needs ... | |
| Law suit | 1/3/2009 |
| Q: I was discharged from the Navy in 2003 after 14 years of faithful service. I was discharged with a ... A: It's unfortunate that you waited so long to do anything about your situation. I believe you would ... | |
| USCG dishcharge failed drug test | 1/2/2009 |
| Q: While in the USCG boot camp my son called to say he failed a drug test. Will he be able to join any ... A: Whether your son can join other branches of the military will depend on his discharge type, the ... | |
| military | 12/31/2008 |
| Q: I have a question regarding 'white coat syndrome' or fainting. I have fainted before when having ... A: I do not believe that being prone to fainting when blood is drawn or when you receive a "shot" for a ... | |
| Dual Military BAH - Reserve & AD | 12/29/2008 |
| Q: Here's a confusing situation . . . I am a Reserve officer. My husband is AD enlisted. We got ... A: While you are on orders and receiving BAH, and your husband is TDY enroute for training during a PCS ... | |
| ? | 12/23/2008 |
| Q: AIT and had not received his bonus check.i have also just finished my AIT at Fort knox and it has ... A: I do not have a son in the military. I answer questions for people who have military related ... | |
| OCS age limit | 12/19/2008 |
| Q: I joined the Army went I was 28 years old. I read in the Army Times a couple of years ago that the ... A: Yes, if you meet all the other qualifications for OCS, you may apply to attend even though you are ... | |
| first unit of assignment | 12/16/2008 |
| Q: The papers form when my husband went to meps shows a first unit of assignment. The assignment says ... A: As long as your husband passes all his courses and is not guilty of misconduct, his European ... | |
| switching from reserve to active | 12/16/2008 |
| Q: I have been in the army reserves for about 9 months and thinking about going active. I have a wife ... A: If you switched from reserve to active, your housing benefits depends on your unit and location, and ... | |
| 9A guarantees time in MOS | 12/15/2008 |
| Q: I have a soldier who recently returned to the unit. When she arrived at the unit do to prior ... A: I recommend that your friend make a complaint with both the Inspector General's (IG) office, and the ... | |
| Finance - BAH/TDY/dual military couple | 12/14/2008 |
| Q: I just got married to a service member. We're both in the Army. We got married before I went TDY en ... A: Unfortunately you are operating under a misconception. Neither you nor your spouse will get BAH at ... | |
| Come back ?? | 12/13/2008 |
| Q: I was in the army for 3 years , and i got out with a code 3, it been almost 7 months from when I ... A: It is unlikely the Air Force will grant you a waiver for an RE 3 from the Army. The Air Force has ... | |
| Bad Conduct Discharge | 12/13/2008 |
| Q: For patterns of conduct which retrospectively are symptoms of Traumatic Brain Injury and Post ... A: Details for the Army process can be found here: http://arba.army.pentagon.mil/ Use the simplest ... | |
| Army OCS | 12/12/2008 |
| Q: I am a legal Permanent resident since 2005. I have a Master Degree in Environmental Sciences from ... A: To be an officer, you must be able to earn a secret security clearance. Your chances are better, if ... | |
| Technical Degrees | 12/12/2008 |
| Q: I am considering joining the military but the only auspices I can see this happening with is if I ... A: Unfortunately none of the apprenticeship type programs qualify for the "higher education" ... | |
| drug charges and joining the navy | 12/12/2008 |
| Q: would i be able to join the navy i have a shoplifting charge as a juvenile,and a disorderly conduct ... A: You have a difficult case. Your juvenile shoplifting will likely not be a problem but you have 4 ... | |
| Bad Conduct Discharge | 12/11/2008 |
| Q: For patterns of conduct which retrospectively are symptoms of Traumatic Brain Injury and Post ... A: You can petition the Board of Military Corrections to revise a discharge characterization. Each ... | |
| WWII Army rank of Tech 5 | 12/9/2008 |
| Q: I'm writing a book, and my client's father was a private with the rank of Tech 5. What did that ... A: I don't think he was a private, with a Tech 5 rank. The rank of Tech 5 in WWII means that he was ... | |
| Hello | 12/8/2008 |
| Q: I am in high school and i want to apply to West Point Military Academy,but i am not a US Citizen,i ... A: I recommend you start college, or work for one year between graduating from high school and getting ... | |
| Three discharges, paper work. | 12/8/2008 |
| Q: Follow-up. I first got a DD-214 that says Honorable discharge for basic training and MOS school. ... A: I rejected your previous question, but the answer I appended is correct based on this information. ... | |
| Naval discharge | 12/6/2008 |
| Q: My son was discharged from the Navy at the end of his 4 year enlistment due to a dui after SARS ... A: It is best if he appeal to the board of military corrections for permanent upgrade of his discharge. ... | |
| Prior MEPS and Waiver Questions | 12/6/2008 |
| Q: I have previously thought about joining the Marine Corps as a musician. In high school, I took the ... A: If you got a waiver before, and your condition has not changed, you are likely to receive another ... | |
| is there time fram you have to get married in before deployment | 12/5/2008 |
| Q: My boyfriend and I wanted to get married before he was deployed but he said that he had to do it 60 ... A: You can get married at any time. However, he must have married you before he receives his ... | |
| Military | 12/1/2008 |
| Q: I am 42 year old, college educated and would like to join the military. What branch of service would ... A: If you enlist this year (before you turn 43) the Army might have a position for you. All the ... | |
| previous question/answer | 11/30/2008 |
| Q: There was a previous question regarding age and commission. Your answer stated it was 30 (without ... A: Due to the current conflicts, the maximum age limits have changed significantly. With a waiver, you ... | |
| active to reserve | 11/23/2008 |
| Q: Am i able to transfer to reseves if my intial active duty contract is not finished. Im trying to get ... A: You cannot transfer to the reserves if your initial active commitment is not completed. However you ... | |
| Relocation | 11/19/2008 |
| Q: I plan to marry a soldier already stationed at Ft. Hood and I am in North Dakota, I was wondering if ... A: No the Army will not pay your expenses for relocating to Fort Hood. You and your husband will be ... | |
| Career | 11/17/2008 |
| Q: I am a 19 year old female college student and i wanted to join the army. However i was wondering ... A: If you enlist, your choices are based on your test scores and the Army's needs. There are a lot of ... | |
| Security Clearence | 11/16/2008 |
| Q: I talked to an Army recruiter today and so far I need a Top Secret security Clearance for all the ... A: Yes, for some top secret clearances you have to take a polygraph test. They can do any or all of ... | |
| Security Clearence | 11/15/2008 |
| Q: I talked to an Army recruiter today and so far I need a Top Secret security Clearance for all the ... A: I cannot fully answer your questions, because the details matter. However, the guidelines on your ... | |
| waiver | 11/14/2008 |
| Q: I am 33years old and am trying to join the Army. I took the ASVAB and got a 47. I have a diploma. I ... A: It is possible that your recruiter can get your felony and misdemeanors waivered to allow you to ... | |
| Light Limited Duty | 11/13/2008 |
| Q: Ma'am, i am an active duty navy chief petty officer with 18yrs active service. I have been on ... A: Make a notarized copy of all your paperwork documenting your medical conditions, so it cannot get ... | |
| retirement high 3 and demotion | 11/13/2008 |
| Q: Colonel, Ma'am...I have served 21 years and 6 months all active duty with no breaks in service. My ... A: Your basis for retirement pay remains your three highest PAY years, regardless of the rank you hold ... | |
| Re-Joining the Military | 11/12/2008 |
| Q: I have gotten out of the military about 18 months ago... At the time I was overweight and had a ... A: Since I do not know the details of your offense requiring pre-trial intervention, I cannot predict ... | |
| RE-CODE | 11/10/2008 |
| Q: Is there any way I can change my re-code from 4 to something were I can re-enlist?I screwed up and ... A: The Army might give you a waiver, if you can show you have matured and will not remain absent ... | |
| RE-CODE | 11/10/2008 |
| Q: Is there any way I can change my re-code from 4 to something were I can re-enlist?I screwed up and ... A: Since I do not know the details of your discharge, or why you have a negative re-entry code, I ... | |
| wounded soldiers | 11/8/2008 |
| Q: I realize this is a sensitive subject, but in the fictional piece I am writing, the family of a U.S. ... A: Depending on the severity of the wound and what is happening to the Soldier (medical evacuation, ... | |
| fraudulent enlistment | 11/7/2008 |
| Q: I was recruited by the army a couple months ago into the future soldiers program or delayed entry my ... A: Unfortunately, you will likely get an uncharacterized discharge with a re-entry code of 4. This ... | |
| MEPS, Knees | 11/4/2008 |
| Q: i am 22 years old and considering joining the army. I've been heavily involved in mixed martial arts ... A: Your SEAL friend is correct. Do not lie on your medical history. Since you have scars that will ... | |
| military requirements | 11/1/2008 |
| Q: Someone told me that if a person has had any hip or spinal fractures (even if there was no surgery) ... A: Yes, you would be disapproved for enlistment based on your medical history. However, depending on ... | |
| Can you have a RE-4 changed? | 10/29/2008 |
| Q: My husband made one mistake 3 years ago that cost him his Navy career. He has since gotten married, ... A: The following web site should have all the information you need to build a petition file and start ... | |
| Can you have a RE-4 changed? | 10/29/2008 |
| Q: My husband made one mistake 3 years ago that cost him his Navy career. He has since gotten married, ... A: Your husband could try for a waiver to re-enlist in the Navy. With the RE 4 code, it will be ... | |
| daughter considering Air Force Officer Career | 10/27/2008 |
| Q: My daughter is completing her bachelors degree at northeastern university in Boston, 22 credits ... A: If your daughter has not yet completed her studies, her best bet would be to talk to the Reserve ... | |
| Discharge | 10/23/2008 |
| Q: Bedell, I am 17, but my parents have signed off on me to be able to enlist. I am already in a unit ... A: You can do ROTC and do the special program for college. You would have to miss one summer of Drum ... | |
| Discharge | 10/22/2008 |
| Q: Bedell, I am 17, but my parents have signed off on me to be able to enlist. I am already in a unit ... A: Join ROTC at your college. Then you can get a discharge to attend ROTC and college. That's the ... | |
| Son comming home from usmc boot camp | 10/22/2008 |
| Q: I am very upset,my son made a stupid mistake 1 month before leaving for boot camp he tried pot. ... A: Your son appears to have received an uncharacterized initial entry separation. The period he must ... | |
| Enlistment | 10/22/2008 |
| Q: I am 30yrs.old, a resident of Hudson County, NJ, my birthday is 03/07/1978. I'm in the process of ... A: Actually the Navy and Marines have different enlistment criteria, and the Marines have a higher need ... | |
| Son comming home from usmc boot camp | 10/21/2008 |
| Q: I am very upset,my son made a stupid mistake 1 month before leaving for boot camp he tried pot. ... A: It sounds like your son got an initial entry separation for failing to meet the moral standards ... | |
| Tough MEPS question | 10/20/2008 |
| Q: Okay let me summarize my situation, my father is stationed overseas in korea, there's no meps here ... A: The medical waiver is applied for after you are medically declined at MEPS. I do not recommend ... | |
| Tough MEPS question | 10/17/2008 |
| Q: Okay let me summarize my situation, my father is stationed overseas in korea, there's no meps here ... A: With the waiver, they cannot claim fraudulent enlistment, so you won't get in trouble. However, if ... | |
| Navy Enlistment | 10/16/2008 |
| Q: I am 30yrs.old, a resident of Hudson County, NJ, my birthday is 03/07/1978. I'm in the process of ... A: If your recruiter "can't find your file" and MEPS "can't find your file" you don't have a file. If ... | |
| Tough MEPS question | 10/16/2008 |
| Q: Okay let me summarize my situation, my father is stationed overseas in korea, there's no meps here ... A: I cannot fully answer your question because I do not have access to your medical records and cannot ... | |
| underage marriage in the military | 10/14/2008 |
| Q: mam i am wanting to get married to my girlfriend but she is 16 and i am 18 and i was wondering ... A: You are allowed to enter into a marriage with a person of the opposite gender, when they reach the ... | |
| Re3P US Navy | 10/13/2008 |
| Q: I'm 40 years old and did 7 years Active Duty in the U.S. Navy from JUL1986-OCT1993, Honorably ... A: I can only answer part of your question. You are eligible to re-enlist up to age 49 with an age ... | |
| re enlistment after a discharge | 10/12/2008 |
| Q: i want to know what are my possibilities to reenlist on army active duty, i was discharge with a ... A: I cannot answer your question because your psychological diagnosis will play a large part in whether ... | |
| When can i reenlist | 10/10/2008 |
| Q: ma'am i have a question and it is that i was recently in the army reserves to become a Mp,but i got ... A: Your re-entry code indicates that the medical board does not believe you will heal enough to ... | |
| Army/USMC commission options | 10/8/2008 |
| Q: Ma'am I am a honorably discharged former Marine with 4 years active duty (E-4). My EAS was 9 Jan 93. ... A: Based on your education, and prior service, you are eligible for a commission in any of the ... | |
| Army/USMC commission options | 10/7/2008 |
| Q: Ma'am I am a honorably discharged former Marine with 4 years active duty (E-4). My EAS was 9 Jan 93. ... A: You could re-enlist in the Marines, if you still meet their fitness criteria. However, in the Army, ... | |
| wait period to re-enlist | 10/6/2008 |
| Q: Ma'am, do you know what the wait period would be to enlist again in the Army? I ETSed honorably ... A: If you got an honorable discharge, and are not prohibited from re-enlisting due to medical ... | |
| Felon entering in to the army. | 10/6/2008 |
| Q: Col. Bedell My name is Linda and I want to know if you had any information about when a person is ... A: Someone that is serving time in jail cannot enlist in the military. Someone who has completed ... | |
| RE-3 US ARMY | 10/6/2008 |
| Q: I joined the military about 6 years ago, made it to basic training and got discharged because I did ... A: Your discharge paperwork, the DD form 214, characterizes your discharge. The same paperwork that ... | |
| Felony | 10/6/2008 |
| Q: I got arrested for taking police on high speed chase now I have a Felony I want to go in the army ... A: First you will have to get a high school degree, or GED. Then you will have to get a waiver for all ... | |
| Upgrading an Re-4 discharge for renlisting | 10/5/2008 |
| Q: My name is Ed. I have a question about an 11 year old mistake. In 1996 right after high school I ... A: I wish you the best of luck. Please continue to write during your enlistment process, if anything ... | |
| Upgrading an Re-4 discharge for renlisting | 10/4/2008 |
| Q: My name is Ed. I have a question about an 11 year old mistake. In 1996 right after high school I ... A: You have two options: You can see if the Army will grant you a waiver for your RE 4, if you can ... | |
| son possibly color blind - entering Navy | 10/3/2008 |
| Q: my 19 y.o. son just took the ASVAB (85), had his MEPS physical and just found out that he may be ... A: I recommend he learn how to read the color blind test cards. Sometimes a new recruit just doesn't ... | |
| Marinies pool function | 9/30/2008 |
| Q: If i injure myself during the process of going to boot camp, can I be disqualified??? Like a foot ... A: Do you mean by injuring yourself DURING boot camp? Or do you mean injuring yourself before ... | |
| Question. URGENT | 9/30/2008 |
| Q: I am currently in Fort Leonard Wood For Reclass training i am unable to complete my APFT and was ... A: You should be able to earn a conditional graduation from your reclass training, with a temporary ... | |
| Spouse Colocation for Seperate branches | 9/29/2008 |
| Q: My husband is a Cpl in the Marine Core and I am an Airman in the Navy. We were both told that ... A: Yes, you need to file the paperwork with your service, via you career counselor. AND your husband ... | |
| Military Time | 9/28/2008 |
| Q: Well my question is not excatly realted to career but Military useage. I wnat to know ow to speak ... A: In military time (24 hour clock) we only use "hundred" for the top of the hour. So 8 PM equals 2000 ... | |
| Navy Enlistment | 9/28/2008 |
| Q: I am 30yrs.old, a resident of Hudson County, NJ, my birthday is 03/07/1978. I'm in the process of ... A: You recruiter seems to be quite open and forthright with you. All the services fill their ... | |
| Spouse Colocation for Seperate branches | 9/28/2008 |
| Q: My husband is a Cpl in the Marine Core and I am an Airman in the Navy. We were both told that ... A: Yes, you can submit paperwork to be considered for joint domicile, not matter what service you join. ... | |
| Retired Officers back to active duty | 9/26/2008 |
| Q: Colonel Bedell, I am a 59 year-old retired Army officer and was wondering is it possible to come ... A: It is "possible" for you to return to duty for three more years, if you are still healthy, and the ... | |
| Officer Wanting out of the Army Reserve | 9/26/2008 |
| Q: I have been in the Army Reserves for 17 years (3 years enlisted & 14 as an officer). What do I have ... A: There is really no other way to discontinue your position in the Army than to resign your ... | |
| Officer Wanting out of the Army Reserve | 9/25/2008 |
| Q: I have been in the Army Reserves for 17 years (3 years enlisted & 14 as an officer). What do I have ... A: If you have no additional service obligation from attending schools or from a permanent change of ... | |
| Medical Discharge | 9/25/2008 |
| Q: I spent 4yrs active duty and was medically discharged with heat stroke. I believed it was minor but ... A: Multiple waivers are possible, but are significantly less likely to be approved. If you have not ... | |
| naval re4 | 9/25/2008 |
| Q: my question is i claimed to have smoked weed while in navy.. took to ua`s, and came out negative. ... A: The National Guard requirements will vary from month to month, as will their willingness to grant a ... | |
| naval re4 | 9/24/2008 |
| Q: my question is i claimed to have smoked weed while in navy.. took to ua`s, and came out negative. ... A: There are a number of forms you can use to petition the board of military corrections. ... | |
| can you change your fradulant paper work after you signed it | 9/22/2008 |
| Q: see i lied to my recruiter about being to jail and signed all the paperwork and then was put under ... A: The advice you received is correct. When you are at MEPS update any incorrect information in your ... | |
| re-entry codes | 9/21/2008 |
| Q: I have been out of the Army for 3 years. I really want to go back but i got a re-entry code 4. I ... A: If you can show that your family is healthy and stable now, you could petition the Military Board of ... | |
| coast guard reserves | 9/17/2008 |
| Q: I spent 4 years in the Coast Guard Reserves back in the years of 1986-90, and I was wondering if I ... A: Most of the services are accepting returning service members up to age 42 plus their prior years of ... | |
| Medical Discharge | 9/13/2008 |
| Q: I spent 4yrs active duty and was medically discharged with heat stroke. I believed it was minor but ... A: If you are otherwise qualified and fit to re-enlist or earn an ROTC scholarship, you can do so with ... | |
| Different branch | 9/13/2008 |
| Q: I'm currently Active Army, and if i want to marry an Active duty marine, how would that work. I'm ... A: Once you are married, you would have to register as a joint domicile military couple. Once ... | |
| discharge question | 9/12/2008 |
| Q: I have a question on a discharge issue. Back in 2003 I enlisted in the United States Navy. I went to ... A: Your initial entry separation will not keep you from getting a government job. You will not get a ... | |
| Reserve Enlistment Bonus | 9/11/2008 |
| Q: Ms. Bedell: I have nephew that has enlisted in the army reserve, with a promise of a $20,000 ... A: Playing "stump the chump" are you? You did not tell me in your initial question that the ... | |
| Reserve Enlistment Bonus | 9/11/2008 |
| Q: Ms. Bedell: I have nephew that has enlisted in the army reserve, with a promise of a $20,000 ... A: The enlistment bonus is predicated upon full and honorable service for the contracted enlistment ... | |
| Enlistment | 9/10/2008 |
| Q: I have a pretty good civilian job. I'm 24, it's just me my wife and a few dogs. My job is getting to ... A: To get assistance with your credit rates, call the credit companies while your accounts are still in ... | |
| Deep Sea diver | 9/10/2008 |
| Q: I am a U.S. Navy Diver. I recently suffered at perilymph fistula while on a deployment to South ... A: You do not have to apply for or accept a medical condition waiver when continued service is likely ... | |
| i have no idea | 9/9/2008 |
| Q: i have two protruding bulging discs located in L3 and L4. the l4 disc is also rubbing against the L4 ... A: I am sorry that you are having back trouble. I actually have an L4-L5 and an L5-S1 bulging disks. ... | |
| Prior Record | 9/9/2008 |
| Q: I have recently decided to join the Army Reserves. I am a 37 year old single parent with a BS in ... A: I am a bit surprised by the reason they gave you as to why you cannot earn a commission. You are ... | |
| discharge question | 9/8/2008 |
| Q: I have a question on a discharge issue. Back in 2003 I enlisted in the United States Navy. I went to ... A: Your general discharge under honorable conditions for an entry level separation will not cause ... | |
| Return to active Duty | 9/8/2008 |
| Q: Col. Bedell, I am a graduate of USAFA and a former USMC officer. I left active duty in 2002 as a ... A: You are eligible to return to duty, if you are young enough to achieve 20 years total service and ... | |
| Higher tenure | 9/8/2008 |
| Q: I have a friend that was promoted to the rank of SSgt in the Air Force in 2004, but due to some ... A: It is possible to do an interservice transfer while still in the service. It would be better for ... | |
| Soldier and Sailor Relief Act | 9/7/2008 |
| Q: I was curious if the Soldier and Sailor Relief Act applies to reservists only or to volunteers onto ... A: Unfortunately, in most cases, you are not relieved of legal debts entered into before you enlist. ... | |
| Soldier and Sailor Relief Act | 9/6/2008 |
| Q: I was curious if the Soldier and Sailor Relief Act applies to reservists only or to volunteers onto ... A: The Soldiers and Sailors Relief Act applies in various ways depending on what aspect of the act you ... | |
| Army Prior Service - Military Reentry to Air Force | 9/6/2008 |
| Q: My husband joined the Army as E-1 in Feb 2002; he was medically discharged in April 2005 for ... A: Your husband is probably not eligible to rejoin, even if he relinquishes his disability pay. His RE ... | |
| MEPS | 9/5/2008 |
| Q: so I'm planing on joining the navy and I'm really concerned about the medical examination. I don't ... A: If you are disqualified for your teeth at MEPS, you can request a waiver. As long as your gums are ... | |
| age limit | 9/4/2008 |
| Q: Im 33 years old and am seriously considering joining the military. I have a BS in Health Care ... A: You should contact a medical corps recruiter. You are qualified to be a medical service corps ... | |
| Transfer from Army ROTC to Air Force OTS | 9/4/2008 |
| Q: My question is rather complicated and I've searched all over for an answer. I’m hoping you can ... A: The bad news is: you will not be granted a commission in any service until you have completed your ... | |
| re-entry | 9/3/2008 |
| Q: I read this on another question. I was curious to see if you had the regulations behind losing rank ... A: I cannot fully answer your question because I do not know what you are trying to achieve. If your ... | |
| OCS and Criminal Record | 9/3/2008 |
| Q: When I was in high school, I was very involved in athletics and never drank or got into any trouble. ... A: You could try to get a graduate ROTC scholarship for two or three years, if you want to get an ... | |
| Army Nicknames | 9/3/2008 |
| Q: My daughter wanted to know what was the nickname given to an army soldier other than G.I. or G.I. ... A: Depending on the specialty a Soldier has in the Army, they may be called "Legs" (actually LAIG from ... | |
| Army Commitment | 9/2/2008 |
| Q: Colonel Bedell, I hope you can be of some assistance with a few questions I have. First off, I am ... A: Generally, you owe your new military branch the remainder of your existing service commitment, plus ... | |
| Color blind Patriot | 9/1/2008 |
| Q: What are the requirements of becoming a Commissioned officer in the US Army? If I already have a ... A: You can enter the service with a waiver for colorblindness. With that waiver, and your bachelor's ... | |
| army national guard bonus | 8/31/2008 |
| Q: my son joined the army national guard with a $20,000 sing on bonus. He got back from AIT on July ... A: Your son should get his first bonus payment on the end of month payday that is at least 30 days ... | |
| asvab | 8/30/2008 |
| Q: I did 4 years active and 4 years in the reserves in the Coast guard. I got out a little over a year ... A: If you received an honorable discharge with a re-enlistment code (RE code) of 1 on your DD 214, you ... | |
| Stress fracture | 8/29/2008 |
| Q: My husband left for basic training in the Army on July 30th. He has a stress fractures in his feet. ... A: Your husband should request convalescent leave, and ask to come home to heal. If they make him stay ... | |
| compassion reassignments | 8/29/2008 |
| Q: My husband has been in the army for 8 years and we have a 5 year-old autistic child. In order to ... A: Please ensure your husband has enrolled your son in the exceptional family member program. This ... | |
| enlisting | 8/28/2008 |
| Q: I want to inlist in the navy reserves. I have a criminal back round possession and robbery charge. I ... A: If you are otherwise qualified for service, you can enlist with a morality waiver, given your ... | |
| Leave after deployment | 8/28/2008 |
| Q: Ma'am, I got back from Iraq this past Oct. I took the leave that I didn't use while deployed when I ... A: Since you deployed as a member of the military service, your employer does not match the military ... | |
| Active AGR to Active Army | 8/27/2008 |
| Q: My husband is currently serving a contract with the AGR program but has been passed up for promotion ... A: Direct commissions are very difficult to come by. Generally they are reserved for the professional ... | |
| bonus problem | 8/27/2008 |
| Q: I reenlisted after being out of the army for 17 years. I was in for 3 active and 1-2 years national ... A: First, take all your documents to the Judge Advocate General's Office. Take your discharge papers ... | |
| eye sight | 8/26/2008 |
| Q: My son was rejected by an Army medical staff for having astigmatism during his medical exam. Can ... A: If your son's eyesight is correctable to 20/20 he will not need a waiver. If it is correctable to ... | |
| Re-enlistment | 8/26/2008 |
| Q: I was considering re-enlistment into the US military. What is the maximum allowable age to join the ... A: Right now you can be 42 and enlist with an age waiver. If you have prior service, you can be 42 ... | |
| DAT pop | 8/24/2008 |
| Q: Ok, I am now 22 years old. However when I was 18 I failed the DAT test (marijuana) for USMC. A year ... A: Prior marijuana use is waiverable under a morality waiver. However, if you "pop" positive again, I ... | |
| Non - Frontline MOS/Jobs | 8/23/2008 |
| Q: Good day to you Ms. Bedell,i would like to find out what are the non frontline army jobs available. ... A: In the current war, there are no safe areas, if you are in the combat zone. Although a vehicle ... | |
| Joining the USMC | 8/19/2008 |
| Q: My name is Chris and I'd like to join the United States Marine Corps. I'm 21 years old, I dropped ... A: Yes, this misdemeanor will make it more difficult to become a Marine. You will require both ... | |
| Commission | 8/19/2008 |
| Q: I served for 5 years in the Marines and received an honorable discharge. I will not receive my B.S. ... A: Yes, as prior service Marine you can go to OCS at an older age than a brand new recruit. Your ... | |
| Joining the USMC | 8/19/2008 |
| Q: My name is Chris and I'd like to join the United States Marine Corps. I'm 21 years old, I dropped ... A: If you do not have a criminal record and are in good health it sounds like you could enlist in the ... | |
| Prior Active Army to Warrant Officer | 8/18/2008 |
| Q: Ma'am, I have 10 years' Active Duty Army experience in the intelligence field (98 series), having ... A: In order to take advantage of the Blue to Green program, your service must be willing to release you ... | |
| Discharge downgrade? | 8/17/2008 |
| Q: I am an honorably discharged Active Army veteran, and I have completed my entire MSO. I joined the ... A: Yes, each tour of duty establishes an new opportunity for discharge characterization. Therefore, ... | |
| Medical DQ | 8/16/2008 |
| Q: I tried to enlist in the army when I was 18 but was disqualified at MEPS because I was honest about ... A: If your need for anti-depressant drugs was situational, and you no longer need them, then you can ... | |
| Security Clearance | 8/16/2008 |
| Q: I called my security manager today, and she informed me that my investigation has been closed on ... A: The backlog for security clearance interviews is two years long. I applied for my clearance renewal ... | |
| Degree Compleation | 8/16/2008 |
| Q: Ma'am you mentioned the Degree compleation program to me on my last question, could you further ... A: You would need to get within 18 to 24 months of completing a degree, by taking online classes, night ... | |
| Upgrading an OTH discharge to Honorable | 8/15/2008 |
| Q: Cynthia, I was curious to find out if it is possible to upgrade my Military discharge from OTH for ... A: You can appeal to the military board of corrections to have your discharge upgraded, if it was ... | |
| contract | 8/15/2008 |
| Q: Ma'am i recently joined the Navy and was contracted EOD, i was told by MEPS i had a hearing problem, ... A: What were your original contract terms? Generally they cannot extend your enlistment obligation ... | |
| medical waiver for eyesite | 8/14/2008 |
| Q: I am trying to join the Air Force and have recently been to MEPS. I have been disqualified on the ... A: If your eyesight is correctable to 20/20 and you are otherwise qualified to enlist, you have a very ... | |
| Sleep issue | 8/14/2008 |
| Q: I got your reply. I didn't receive any treatment options and wasn't diagnosed with any organic sleep ... A: Yes, you would have been told by your treating physician or psychiatrist, if you had physical issues ... | |
| Compassion reassignments | 8/13/2008 |
| Q: hi i have a question about Compassion reassignments once one receives a Compassion reassignments and ... A: Compassionate reassignments put you in a better location to deal with whatever issues your family ... | |
| Security Clearance Question | 8/13/2008 |
| Q: When I joined the army in 2002, I don't know if a security clearance or a background check was done ... A: Not all Soldiers need a security clearance, but all enlistees are supposed to get a criminal ... | |
| joining age | 8/13/2008 |
| Q: I am 42 years of age and I have a Master's Degree in Health Education Administration. I received it ... A: You can still enlist as a 42 year old, if you meet all the other qualifications. At 43 you will be ... | |
| Boot camp | 8/13/2008 |
| Q: Col. Bedell, My son is a new recruit in Ft Benning, his first call home, after 2 weeks, was ... A: Find out what the reasons for his depression are. If he is depressed because boot camp is not as ... | |
| Join Military with A Felony | 8/12/2008 |
| Q: My son is 23 and was arrested for drug traffiking in 2003. He has done his sentence, released and ... A: He probably has to complete his probation because he probably has to stay within commuting distance ... | |
| Medical Discharges from Army | 8/12/2008 |
| Q: During the time I was being recruited into the Army, I provided information required, concerning 2 ... A: If you did not report these conditions on your medical history at the military entrance processing ... | |
| Discharged with Asthma | 8/12/2008 |
| Q: I was discharged with Asthma while I was in basic training in the Air Force. I have never had any ... A: I cannot answer your question because I do not know what re-enlistment code you were assigned on ... | |
| Join Military with A Felony | 8/12/2008 |
| Q: My son is 23 and was arrested for drug traffiking in 2003. He has done his sentence, released and ... A: Your son could enlist in the military. However, because of his prior conviction, he will need a ... | |
| Past depression mean disqualification from army | 8/11/2008 |
| Q: Cynthia, I am very interested in joining the army. I have wanted to for many years. However, i am ... A: Mental illness is usually a disqualifying condition. However, if the condition was situational and ... | |
| Enlisting with Shoulder surgery, maybe... | 8/10/2008 |
| Q: and thank you for taking your time to answer my question. I am currently a fire fighter in GA. I ... A: Unfortunately, if you need permanent plates or pins to effect recovery, you will be permanently ... | |
| Enlisting with Shoulder surgery, maybe... | 8/10/2008 |
| Q: and thank you for taking your time to answer my question. I am currently a fire fighter in GA. I ... A: Your shoulder injury could disqualify you from military service whether you have it repaired or not. ... | |
| Looking for a Recruiter | 8/10/2008 |
| Q: My friend wants to join the National guard or the coast guard and needs a recruiter to meet with him ... A: To find an Army recruiter near your area, please go to this website: ... | |
| Reenlisting after discharge | 8/9/2008 |
| Q: I have been wanting to go back into the military. I was in the Marine Corps in 2003 I was discharged ... A: You will need a waiver for both your RE 3 re-enlistment code, and for the condition for which you ... | |
| enlistment bonus/criminal charges | 8/9/2008 |
| Q: Ma'am, I am an E4, who last year reenlisted for 6 years. I did this because of a bonus being ... A: The Army cannot clear your criminal record, unless it is a military record. The Army can waiver ... | |
| pregnant & engaged | 8/9/2008 |
| Q: I found out on the day my fiance and boyfriend of 3 years deployed to Iraq that he has a wife and ... A: I cannot fully answer your question, because the rank of your boyfriend, will likely affect what ... | |
| DoD medically disqualified? | 8/8/2008 |
| Q: In 2000 I was in a motorcycle accident where I had a plate and 6 screws in my ankle. I was medically ... A: Yes, that makes a huge difference! Get an X-ray of your healed bones, and get on down to your ... | |
| Re-2 | 8/8/2008 |
| Q: I have an Honorable Discharge from the Air Force with an RE-2 reenlistment code. I understand I ... A: I cannot answer your question because I do not know the circumstances by which you were given the ... | |
| DoD medically disqualified? | 8/8/2008 |
| Q: In 2000 I was in a motorcycle accident where I had a plate and 6 screws in my ankle. I was medically ... A: Plates and screws to repair a break generally disqualify anyone from enlisting in any of the ... | |
| need to be prepared | 8/7/2008 |
| Q: I've realized late in life that I want to be a marine. I am close to to being too old(7 more mouths ... A: I cannot give you much better advice, since I do not know your body type. But at your age, I ... | |
| Medical Discharge | 8/7/2008 |
| Q: Recently, I have fainted two times, I have been seeing the doctors here on base and after MRI's, ... A: You need to request a compassionate reassignment to be close to your father to assist in his care. ... | |
| Medical Discharge | 8/7/2008 |
| Q: Recently, I have fainted two times, I have been seeing the doctors here on base and after MRI's, ... A: It is the Navy's prerogative to reassign you to less stressful duty rather than medically discharge ... | |
| medical discharge | 8/5/2008 |
| Q: Ma'am, I am a senior in nursing school and have done 3 years of ROTC. I have recently found out ... A: Entry level health requirements are higher than the requirements to remain on duty. The military ... | |
| dyslexia | 8/5/2008 |
| Q: can you join the navy with dyslexia? A: If you have graduated from high school, and can read and write well enough to take the Armed ... | |
| Thank you | 8/5/2008 |
| Q: I am very impressed! My husband sent me copies of his medical reports (since he has been ... A: When your husband talks with the chaplain, he should mention that he wants to do his mission, but ... | |
| MEPS DISAPPROVAL - BAFFLING! | 8/4/2008 |
| Q: I seem to be in a rather frustrating quagmire. Perhaps you can help me. Please allow me to explain. ... A: You have been disqualified by the orthopaedic consulting doctor due to a history of knee surgery ... | |
| Navy Reserves | 8/4/2008 |
| Q: I am scheduled to go to the MEPS tomorrow. In looking at a few blog sites for the military, I've ... A: I cannot answer all your questions but I will tell you what I do know. 1. Get ALL the recruiter's ... | |
| navy joining | 8/4/2008 |
| Q: Can i join the navy even though i've been convicted twice of possession of marijuana and also ... A: You might be able to enlist in the Navy with a morality waiver for your misdemeanors. You will have ... | |
| re-enlistment code | 8/2/2008 |
| Q: I was in the Air Force for almost six years and got an honorable discharge with a re-enlistment code ... A: You will need a medical waiver to re-enlist with a prior psychiatric condition. Not all conditions ... | |
| Spouse of a possible recruit | 8/2/2008 |
| Q: I wanted to inquire about health insurance though the Coast Guard. My husband has 9 active years in ... A: As a widow of someone who dies on active duty, you would receive the servicemembers group life ... | |
| Coarc repair | 8/2/2008 |
| Q: I had a coarcation repair when I was 5 yrs old, 20 years ago, and a stint added in 2005 to repair a ... A: If you get approved for a medical waiver with the surgeries you have had, you are very lucky or very ... | |
| prior service | 8/1/2008 |
| Q: My question is will I be unable to reenlist if I filed for disability and i was denied? I really ... A: If your re-enlistment code (RE Code) on your DD 214 is 1 or 2, you are eligible to re-enlist. If ... | |
| Prior Service | 8/1/2008 |
| Q: I am a 46 y/o former Army RC Field Artillery Captain who was honorably discharged, in 2004, for ... A: You have two limiting factors. First is the diabetes, you might be able to get a waiver for that, ... | |
| ancoc & bncoc | 8/1/2008 |
| Q: Please briefly explain the above certifications. I was checking the Internet for civilian jobs an ... A: ANCOC is the Advanced Non-Commissioned Officer Course. BNCOC is the Basic Non-Commissioned Officer ... | |
| health and meps | 7/31/2008 |
| Q: After I had my son, I had pre eclampsia, and I was later diagnosed with cardiomyopathy, it had sense ... A: The natal pre-eclampsia, once resolved, would not be an issue, but your cardiomyopathy probably will ... | |
| Pregnancy | 7/30/2008 |
| Q: First off I want to apologize for asking a question regarding the navy but I didnt know who else to ... A: You may marry him at any time. Unfortunately, he will not have very much free time during his ... | |
| clearance | 7/30/2008 |
| Q: Ma'am, Goodmorning, I am putting an application for a commissioning program in the navy. I do have ... A: Your credit and your foreign national parent, are both concerns, but can be adjudicated during the ... | |
| living on base with my boyfriend | 7/29/2008 |
| Q: My boyfriend is thinking about joining the navy, but he wants me to live with him on base.We are not ... A: You may not live on base with your military boyfriend. You must be married to qualify for family ... | |
| Age to join | 7/29/2008 |
| Q: What is the oldest you can be to join the army or the navy? A: The normal "oldest" age to join the military is 35. Right now the Army is accepting recruits with ... | |
| higher tenure | 7/28/2008 |
| Q: Mam, I am currently an electronics Tech in the Navy with 8yrs in, I am 4yrs prior enlisted in the ... A: You VA benefits are safe as long as you get an honorable discharge. Your re-enlistment code will ... | |
| Medical History | 7/27/2008 |
| Q: I was thinking of joining the reserves. In the interview process with my recruiter, he asked if I ... A: J. -- A prior condition from which you have recovered can get you "disqualified" at the Military ... | |
| Civilian Careers | 7/27/2008 |
| Q: As an Active COlonel I am sure you maintain a TS as I do as an intelligence analyst. I have been ... A: We should have a way to get you onto active duty as soon as you redeploy, but I will have to ... | |
| Cerebral Palsy | 7/26/2008 |
| Q: My name is Marshall........ I'm 22 yrs old, I have mild CP.... I was wondering if i could Join the ... A: Congratulations in your progress. Unfortunately, it is highly unlikely you could get a medical ... | |
| Civilian Careers | 7/25/2008 |
| Q: As an Active COlonel I am sure you maintain a TS as I do as an intelligence analyst. I have been ... A: Please clarify your question for me. Do you want to leave the military and go to a company that has ... | |
| injured in boot camp | 7/24/2008 |
| Q: my daughter is in her last week of army boot camp and has been diagnosed with a stress fracture of ... A: Surgery in and of itself is not a reason for discharge. However if the injury or treatment for the ... | |
| Prior Service Reenlistment | 7/24/2008 |
| Q: Colonel Bedell, I joined the United States Marine Corps Reserve in 1994. Shortly after completing ... A: Whether you could get a waiver for your shoulder to enlist in the Army as a prior service Marine ... | |
| crossover back into the Army | 7/23/2008 |
| Q: I was a UH-60 pilot with the Army and was offered an opportunity to fly with the Air Force. After ... A: Yes, you can do an interservice transfer to leave the Air Force and return to the Army. I cannot ... | |
| MEPS | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: I would like to apply for Judge Advocate General in one of branches of the armed forces. I have ... A: Getting a direct commission is very difficult. However, if you are a practicing lawyer, and have no ... | |
| Surface Warfare Officer | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: How much time does a Surface Warfare Officer spend at sea, when first commissioned? If one has a ... A: Your first few months as a new Surface Warfare Officer (SWO) will be spent at SWO School. However, ... | |
| question | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: i want to enlist for the coast quard but im not graduated. is there anything i can do to enlist and ... A: You can enlist in the Delayed Entry Program (DEP). That guarantees you a billet for training and a ... | |
| White coat syndrom | 7/21/2008 |
| Q: Im 17 and im just now going into the 11th grade..my blood pressure is normal around the house and ... A: It could be possible to get this syndrome waived, if you truly do not have high blood pressure and ... | |
| ARMY National Guard/Son possible health problem | 7/21/2008 |
| Q: my son is in basic training right now at Ft. Sill OK. He has been there since June 10, 2008 and is ... A: If the Army diagnoses your son with multiple sclerosis during basic training, he will receive an ... | |
| Navy Commissioning programs | 7/21/2008 |
| Q: I am interested in becoming a physician in the Navy. Are there other ways to become an officer ... A: You will be required to do military training to be a doctor in the Navy. Although I understand that ... | |
| Medical Discharge | 7/19/2008 |
| Q: I am currently a Marine Corporal in the reserves. I have been in the Marines for about 4 and a half ... A: Your training injury (overheating) has damaged your body's response to heat. Sometimes you can ... | |
| Want to Join the Marines after High school | 7/19/2008 |
| Q: Hey My Name Is Nathan I have a question I just turned 17 and i am still in high school. I want to ... A: Diabetes is a disqualifying condition. However, depending on your treatment for diabetes, you might ... | |
| Bonus/contract issues. | 7/18/2008 |
| Q: I have been enlisted in the US Army for almost two years. I was promised a bonus, of which is in ... A: I tried to answer you last night but my network connection failed. I hope today I fare better. I ... | |
| reenlistment / prior service | 7/18/2008 |
| Q: Colonel: I was discharged back in 1986 after 2 yrs of service. General discharge under honorable ... A: The General will review the issues with your prior performance, your discharge, and your recent ... | |
| Bonus/contract issues. | 7/17/2008 |
| Q: I have been enlisted in the US Army for almost two years. I was promised a bonus, of which is in ... A: Depending on the terms of your bonus, you should usually receive your first bonus payment at the ... | |
| nedgo | 7/17/2008 |
| Q: I had lumbar disc surgery when i was 16, I have documentation saying im cleared on the bottom the ... A: It is very very unlikely that you could get a waiver from the military medical board for any back ... | |
| ROTC and marriage | 7/17/2008 |
| Q: if you are going to be a first time freshmen undergraduate student and you want to do ROTC however ... A: Although I don't recommend getting married as a freshman in college, there is nothing that precludes ... | |
| Finishing my degree and obtaining a spot in Pilot Training | 7/16/2008 |
| Q: I am 22 years old and have completed nearly 90 units toward my degree and I am looking for ... A: Besides an ROTC scholarship or military academy attendance, there is little financial assistance you ... | |
| anemia | 7/15/2008 |
| Q: My son left a message on our answering machine saying he was being sent home from BCT because he is ... A: It is possible that your son has an iron deficiency that will not get better while under stressful ... | |
| they send latin soldiers to battles that will kill them? | 7/14/2008 |
| Q: I am a illegal Latino in the U.S. , a police officer that is my friend told me that if i don't want ... A: If you enlist in the US military, you will be treated like all the other recruits. You will be in a ... | |
| ARMY review board - appearing in front of | 7/14/2008 |
| Q: I served in the ARMY for 1 year before getting a general discharge under honorable conditions for ... A: Since you are no longer in the Army, I do not recommend you wear your class As. I recommend you ... | |
| joining national guard | 7/14/2008 |
| Q: i was convicted of being a common nucence as a minor and when i was 18 i was arrested for possession ... A: Those offenses will require a morality waiver in order for you to enlist in any service whether ... | |
| contract | 7/13/2008 |
| Q: I PCSed to Schofield Barracks about three months ago from Ft. Drum NY. I have a daughter that is in ... A: Is your daughter registered in the exceptional family member program? If not, get her registered ... | |
| Colorblindness and MI | 7/11/2008 |
| Q: Colonel, To begin, Wednesday I had taken my ASVAB and scored an AFQT of 92, with a GT of 125 ... A: There are very few jobs that you can do at the enlisted level, if you are color-blind. You will be ... | |
| medical discharge | 7/11/2008 |
| Q: I am a soldier in the U.S. Army and I have recently had surgery on my ankle. I injured myself on ... A: You cannot get a medical discharge, if the Army fixed your injuries and determined you fit for ... | |
| reenlistment / prior service | 7/9/2008 |
| Q: Colonel: I was discharged back in 1986 after 2 yrs of service. General discharge under honorable ... A: It is possible for you to enlist, but it will require a lot of determination on your part. You will ... | |
| Im getting a OTH from the marine corps | 7/8/2008 |
| Q: im stationed in Camp pendleton,CA.I live in Virginia in I have a POV so i have to drive home.I want ... A: Yes, you will be paid for your travel. However, it's the military's discretion whether to reimburse ... | |
| Insurance | 7/7/2008 |
| Q: I am married and my husband just joined the army. He is in basic training now. I am not going to ... A: You must file a DD Form 1172 to add yourself and your child into DEERS, to get you an ID card, and ... | |
| Navy disqualifications | 7/7/2008 |
| Q: just recently I was disqualified at MEPS during my physical because I was unknowingly pregnant. Does ... A: No, you are not permanently disqualified. If you lose the baby, you can try to enlist again 6 ... | |
| Sposue wishing to rejoin military - I have questions> | 7/6/2008 |
| Q: He was a Marine for 12 years and refused himself to at least try to extend his time in Sept 07. Now ... A: Your husband does not have to assign full custody of the children to you to re-enlist. Only single ... | |
| Joining Army / re code | 7/5/2008 |
| Q: In March of 2000 I enlisted in the National Guard and drilled for about 7 months before basic ... A: When you are at "home station" a military job can seem like a "regular" job. You will have fairly ... | |
| Can Asthma Get Me Discharged Before Basic | 7/5/2008 |
| Q: i am currently with the National Guard and i passed all my physicals and it seem like everything ... A: Both conditions could get you medically discharged. If the shoulder injury occurred on drill time, ... | |
| joining the navy | 7/5/2008 |
| Q: I was wondering, about these high school diplomas online. Can you join the navy with one. I was ... A: If the degree awarding agency is certified in the United States, then an on-line degree is ... | |
| My son being medically dicharged | 7/2/2008 |
| Q: My son joined the marines back in October of 2006. He is stationed in N.C. He works in the armory ... A: Unfortunately, if the Marine doctors can show your son had scoliosis before he enlisted, and knew ... | |
| Thinking about Reenlisting | 7/2/2008 |
| Q: I got out of the Navy about a 1 1/2 years ago and have thought about joining the reserves. I had an ... A: Unfortunately, your friend is right. If your charge and conviction was not expunged from your ... | |
| Constructive credit for service | 7/2/2008 |
| Q: I have recently joined US army Dental Corps as O5 officer. I took oath as a Major in US army reserve ... A: Unfortunately you signed a binding contract. There are very few ways to terminate your contract, ... | |
| Disqualifying injury | 7/1/2008 |
| Q: I was in the Coast Guard for four years and was honorably discharged as an E5 with a reenlistment ... A: Yes, your injury could disqualify you, but you could also get a medical waiver for it. You would ... | |
| enlistment | 7/1/2008 |
| Q: I have been trying to join the arm forces for the past three years now. And I have been disqualify ... A: I do not know, but I suspect you will need a medical waiver for corneal transplants. However, you ... | |
| Do i have to be smart? | 7/1/2008 |
| Q: I am 17 and dropped out of school i was wondering do i have to have a High school Deploma or a g.e.d ... A: You do not have to have a high diploma or a GED to enlist. However, those certificates indicate to ... | |
| Re-4 USMC and wanting to join army. | 7/1/2008 |
| Q: I have a re-4 code from 6 years ago when I was 19 from the USMC for homosexual admission. I was ... A: Jillian -- If you are practicing homosexual sex, no you will not be able to get into the Army. If ... | |
| Coast Guard BAH during transfer | 6/30/2008 |
| Q: My husband is in the Coast Guard and has been for the past 6 years. We recently got orders to move ... A: Your BAH starts the day you sign in at your new duty station, if you do not get on post housing. ... | |
| Re-enlisting with RE code 3 CH 5-13 | 6/30/2008 |
| Q: Almost 2 years ago, I was separated from the Army with an Honorable discharge under chapter 5-13, ... A: With a re-enlistment code of 3, you would have to get a waiver to re-enlist. However, you will have ... | |
| medical dq's | 6/29/2008 |
| Q: Two questions- 1)I am about to be a junior in high school and had planned upon graduation joining ... A: The longer you go without an asthma attack, the better your likelihood for a successful waiver. ... | |
| colorblindness | 6/29/2008 |
| Q: i recently was about to enlist in the airforce but backed out when i found out i was colorblind and ... A: Although the Army does have a lot of jobs that color blind Soldiers can do, I am not an active ... | |
| medical dq's | 6/29/2008 |
| Q: Two questions- 1)I am about to be a junior in high school and had planned upon graduation joining ... A: Your asthma condition is disqualifying, but since you are symptom free for an extended period, it is ... | |
| UPT Age Waiver for Prior Service | 6/29/2008 |
| Q: Greetings, I'm a prior service Marine interested in becoming a pilot in the Air Force. I'm ... A: Unfortunately, I am not privy to the Air Force rules for recruiting pilots. I do know you will need ... | |
| National Guard | 6/28/2008 |
| Q: If i go into the Nation Guard and my MOS is a MP, When i return home would i be able to become a ... A: With military police experience, and good recommendations from your leaders, you would be a good ... | |
| Re Entry as prior service | 6/28/2008 |
| Q: I served in as a Marine from 1998 to 2004. At the time of discharge I was an E-5. I was wounded in ... A: Yes, your recruiter is right, you are a great candidate to re-enter the service. You may need a ... | |
| Prior active duty. | 6/27/2008 |
| Q: I spent 4 years active duty in the Navy and recieved a honorable discharge but it is a class RE-3. ... A: Your RE 3 means you are not a good candidate for re-enlistment. That added to a DUI makes you even ... | |
| Waiver | 6/26/2008 |
| Q: Sorry Ma'am but I forgot I had have one more question to ask you. My question is would it be ... A: You may have to do a web search to find a lawyer in your area that will help you build a military ... | |
| How do i get the army to help pay for school | 6/26/2008 |
| Q: I am currently an enlisted soldier in the Army. I have completed my Bachelor of Arts. I wanted to ... A: Full time advanced degree study in the fields you have interest are most usually sponsored for ... | |
| navy entrance | 6/25/2008 |
| Q: i had just passed 12th and now doing graduation.but i am intrested in navy.so is there any navy ... A: All the military services use the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) to determine ... | |
| Wear of combat patch | 6/25/2008 |
| Q: What is the criteria of being awarded a combat patch? Is there a certain length of time you have to ... A: To answer your question fully I would need to know all the circumstances around their deployment. ... | |
| Wear of combat patch | 6/24/2008 |
| Q: What is the criteria of being awarded a combat patch? Is there a certain length of time you have to ... A: You can wear a service sleeve insignia (SSI), commonly called a combat patch, on your right sleeve ... | |
| Process of Marriage to Dual military | 6/24/2008 |
| Q: I am in the army and so is my fiance, we want to get married before deploying to Iraq in about 3 ... A: You can get married following the rules in your state of residence or the state in which you plan to ... | |
| living conditions | 6/24/2008 |
| Q: I have been in a serious relationship for two years. I'm not sure if we will stay together "forever" ... A: During your Marine training you cannot live anywhere except the barracks. Even if you were married, ... | |
| resigning my comm. | 6/24/2008 |
| Q: I am currently a 2nd Lt in the Army reserve, in my third year. I am also an Acting Company ... A: Civilian work conflicts are not an allowable reason to resign your commission prior to fulfilling ... | |
| Marine doubts | 6/22/2008 |
| Q: My son went into the Marines in DEP. he has attende boot camp, junior officer training and is now at ... A: Unless your son has become a conscientious objector, his contract is binding. Unless you have a ... | |
| army's brian | 6/21/2008 |
| Q: can the army find out if you have an GED or not. A: If you cannot produce proof of graduation from high school (transcripts) or a GED (certificate), the ... | |
| Early Childhood Education Careers in the Military | 6/21/2008 |
| Q: I am in school to be a teacher, and I was wondering if there were any careers in the military that ... A: No there are no military occupational specialties (MOS) dealing with early childhood education. ... | |
| reclass | 6/20/2008 |
| Q: my husband wants to reclass will we dependents be able to go to training with him? A: Unless the training is over six months, and therefore a permanent change of station (PCS) move, you ... | |
| Arrested | 6/19/2008 |
| Q: I was arrested for OWI and Assault in college but was not convicted of any of these charges. I ... A: I am not certain what you mean by "get rid of my assault charge." Your OWI offense is waiverable. ... | |
| health question | 6/19/2008 |
| Q: I was wondering if having Systemic Lupus can be waivered if I was to join the military, my recruits ... A: If you have active signs and symptoms of Systemic Lupus, you are unlikely to qualify for military ... | |
| Officers Leaving the Army | 6/19/2008 |
| Q: I am researching my options for leaving the Army as a commissioned officer after my next deployment. ... A: Your remaining service obligation depends on the source of your commission. If you went to OCS, ... | |
| pregnancy | 6/19/2008 |
| Q: I was honorably discharged for pregnancy. How long is the waiting period to get back in the ... A: You will not be able to return to the military, if you are a single Mom, unless you give up custody ... | |
| MOS school while serving in Iraq | 6/18/2008 |
| Q: I am a 19k-10 and have served as such since august 1st 2001. I was in the invasion of Iraq in 2003 ... A: You should not have an issue getting promoted solely because of a needed school. Most school ... | |
| Leave Time | 6/17/2008 |
| Q: I am currently enlisted Army, and have been accepted for a direct commission program in the Coast ... A: You should have two choices. When you leave the Army, you can take a lump sum payment for your ... | |
| Disability Severance Pay | 6/17/2008 |
| Q: I recent separated from military duties with a 10 percent rating and severance pay. Now I'm being ... A: This is a difficult one to answer because I cannot see your medical board proceedings, and final ... | |
| changing mos | 6/17/2008 |
| Q: i have just joing the delaware army national guard. my ship date for basic training is 27th august. ... A: I recommend you serve your first tour after completing AIT. That will be two or three years. If by ... | |
| changing mos | 6/16/2008 |
| Q: i have just joing the delaware army national guard. my ship date for basic training is 27th august. ... A: Generally you need to complete the terms of your enlistment to receive full pay-out of your bonuses. ... | |
| Waiver Procedure | 6/16/2008 |
| Q: I would like to enlist as military police (31-B) but have had a recent bankruptcy. However it was ... A: Please find another recruiter. The one you spoke with does not want to help you develop your ... | |
| (BCT) | 6/15/2008 |
| Q: I'll be 18 my junior summer and i was wondering if i can do my 9 weeks (BCT) that summer? A: You could enlist in the reserves and do your BCT in the summer between your junior and senior years. ... | |
| Enlisting | 6/15/2008 |
| Q: marines, navy, or air force. Since graduating high school i haven't done much and i want to know if ... A: Which service you should choose depends on what you like to do, what skills you bring with you and ... | |
| Waiver | 6/15/2008 |
| Q: Sorry Ma'am but I forgot I had have one more question to ask you. My question is would it be ... A: Yes, a waiver is possible, from a military medical board. Get your DD-214 reclassified, and then ... | |
| Reenlistment | 6/15/2008 |
| Q: I made some stupid decisions and mistakes after I reported to my reserve unit back in 1998. The ... A: Your best hope of returning to military service in any capacity is to put together a packet for the ... | |
| Coast Guard riders | 5/31/2008 |
| Q: I have already graduated from college and have some Masters training under my belt. I moved back ... A: Generally, if you get the option to go to Officer Training School (OTS) on your enlistment contract ... | |
| national guard interest | 5/30/2008 |
| Q: Sorry to bother you again, but I was thinking of enlisting in the army national guard. However, I ... A: Given the current environment, you would likely have to interrupt your schooling to serve in ... | |
| Criminal Charges | 5/30/2008 |
| Q: A package was sent to my sisters home one morning that she opened because she thought it was a ... A: That whole story sounds suspicious to me. However, if that is her only offense, your sister might ... | |
| Army Question??? | 5/29/2008 |
| Q: How can I find out if a friend has REALLY joined the army??? Last I knew he was a 9th grade dropout, ... A: There is a Joshua A. Welty attending basic training at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri to enter the Army ... | |
| ROTC and Master Degree and Only Son | 5/18/2008 |
| Q: My name is David Nguyen, I'm 28 year old. I recently accepted to Master program in Civil Engineering ... A: If you sign up for the non-scholarship program, you can stay in the reserves. However, that does ... | |
| Going back to active duty | 5/17/2008 |
| Q: I retired on 29 FEB 2008 after 20 Years, Information Systems Technician Chief Petty Officer. Can I ... A: If you have not yet reached mandatory retirement age, or maximum years for your rank, you are ... | |
| Choice between enlisted and Officer for a non citizen master degree's holder? | 5/16/2008 |
| Q: My name is Bob, I am a permanent resident in the U.S. I am 29 years old with a Master in ... A: Bonjour Bob -- Je suis enchantee a faire votre connaissance. The advice you have received is ... | |
| DSN line | 5/15/2008 |
| Q: How would someone in Iraq right now use a DSN line to contact people in the U.S? I would like to let ... A: They would need to call a stateside DSN number (designated as a morale support line) in the area ... | |
| Marine Corps without diploma or GED | 5/15/2008 |
| Q: My boyfriend wants to join the Marines, but does not have a GED at this point, is it possible for ... A: Only in very rare circumstances may a candidate enlist in the Marines with neither a high school ... | |
| admissions in army | 5/15/2008 |
| Q: i wanted to ask that how cain i join army , i m in last yr. of my graduation (b.sc), done 12th with ... A: You have two good options to see what the best way to join the Army would be. 1. You can go to a ... | |
| ROTC and Master Degree | 5/14/2008 |
| Q: My name is David Nguyen, I'm 28 year old. I recently accepted to Master program in Civil Engineering ... A: You can apply for a waiver to receive your commission up to age 35. You should apply for as much ... | |
| ROTC and Master Degree | 5/14/2008 |
| Q: My name is David Nguyen, I'm 28 year old. I recently accepted to Master program in Civil Engineering ... A: Advanced promotions upon commissioning are only available to officers with professional degrees such ... | |
| USMC- Congenital Cataract | 5/14/2008 |
| Q: Good evening Ma'am, my name is Ben, and I've been wanting to join the Marine Corps for some time ... A: 1. The eyesight requirement for all branches of the service, whether officer or enlisted, is ... | |
| vision for marines | 5/13/2008 |
| Q: Can I join the marines with 20/400 vision? or does it matter what job you have in the marines? ... A: I cannot tell you whether you would be eligible or not. A military medical board would have to ... | |
| vision for marines | 5/12/2008 |
| Q: Can I join the marines with 20/400 vision? or does it matter what job you have in the marines? ... A: You are eligible to join the military if your eyesight is correctable to 20/20 with glasses. You ... | |
| enlisting doubts | 5/12/2008 |
| Q: I am a college graduate interested in joining the army to take advantage of their loan repayment ... A: You are most welcome for any help I was able to offer. Please do not forget that if you enter the ... | |
| back surgery | 5/11/2008 |
| Q: what are my chances of getting in i have no complications and work out still to this day lifting ... A: I cannot predict what a military medical board would decide about a waiver for your back surgery. ... | |
| enlisting doubts | 5/11/2008 |
| Q: I am a college graduate interested in joining the army to take advantage of their loan repayment ... A: To get the full amount of $45,000, I believe you will have to enlist for a minimum of four years, ... | |
| enlisting doubts | 5/10/2008 |
| Q: I am a college graduate interested in joining the army to take advantage of their loan repayment ... A: If all you are interested is the enlistment bonus, paid in the form of loan repayments, then your ... | |
| PRIO-SERVICE | 5/9/2008 |
| Q: I'M TRYING TO GET BACK IN THE CORPS BUT I KNOW IS NOT GOING TO BE EASY,FOR WHEN I GOT OUT I HAD 14 ... A: I recommend you go to a Marine Corps or Joint Service recruiting center and talk to a recruiter ... | |
| SON BEING SENT HOME | 5/9/2008 |
| Q: Cynthia, I have already asked this question to Jason but when asked for a follow up he stated he was ... A: If the drug was pot, he should be able to fight it. Evidence of marijuana use stays in your fat ... | |
| SON BEING SENT HOME | 5/8/2008 |
| Q: Cynthia, I have already asked this question to Jason but when asked for a follow up he stated he was ... A: Since I do not know which drug your son tested positive for, I do not know if it was from a urine ... | |
| dual military branch family | 5/7/2008 |
| Q: I'm a 20 year old 4-year army ROTC scholarship cadet, set to commission into the Army in two years. ... A: If your NUKE husband can only be stationed in about 4 CONUS locations, you will spend a lot of time ... | |
| joining the military | 5/7/2008 |
| Q: I am Romanian citizen, my sister is married to a US soldier, I want to join the US army, I have been ... A: Immigration law is outside my area of expertise. However, I know you do not need to be a citizen to ... | |
| Navy OCS | 5/6/2008 |
| Q: Ma'am. As the son of a retired Navy 0-6 reservist mom (with 3 years active)and a retired USMC ... A: Your Mom is right. With a college degree and an ASVAB score of 99, you are a high quality ... | |
| Air National Guard | 5/6/2008 |
| Q: My question regards my goals as a member of the Air National Guard. I am 24yrs old and currently fly ... A: Take this opportunity and make the most of it. Once you have served your initial obligation (2 to 3 ... | |
| entry | 5/5/2008 |
| Q: Dr. Colonel, What are the requirements of becoming a Commissioned officer in the US Army? If I ... A: As a college graduate (if it is from an accredited college or university) you are a high quality ... | |
| RE: joining the part time or full time | 5/4/2008 |
| Q: Goodafternoon Maam. My name is Billie and I am from wisconsin and also a 26 years old student at ITT ... A: You could enlist in the reserves, and once you finish your degree, apply for Officer Candidate ... | |
| Supply officer | 4/30/2008 |
| Q: I am currently serving as a Navy E-5 hospital corpsmen in the reserves. I am 29 years old and 5 ... A: Your prior service actually keeps alive your ability to become an officer as it advances the maximum ... | |
| coast guard | 4/29/2008 |
| Q: i am currently enlisting with the coast guard and my girl freind wants to move to the basei get ... A: Your girlfriend can always move at her own expense to be close to your duty station. If you are ... | |
| green to gold | 4/27/2008 |
| Q: If i go green to gold will i have to stay in the army or can i switch to anothe branch of service ... A: If you go Green to Gold, you are a cadet in the Army's Reserve Officer Training Corps. As such, you ... | |
| Urinalysis | 4/25/2008 |
| Q: When I was a dumb kid I enlisted in the Air Force and failed the UA at the MEPS (marijuana). 6 ... A: No -- your "stupid youth" will not preclude you from enlisting now, as long as you have truly given ... | |
| Felony | 4/23/2008 |
| Q: In 2005 i became mixed up with the wrong type of people and ended up receiving a felony conviction ... A: There is a possibility of receiving a morality waiver for your offense and enlisting in the ... | |
| Officer Training | 4/22/2008 |
| Q: I'm 47 Yr Old . I'm in good physical shape. I was in the army as enlisted for three years . Water ... A: You have the best chance of returning to the service via the Army. Currently the Army is accepting ... | |
| follow up on question | 4/22/2008 |
| Q: You recently answered my question pertaining to OCS with a DWI. This is the original question (( ... A: The Judge should have recused herself, or your lawyer should have insisted on a different judge. ... | |
| getting a new mos | 4/19/2008 |
| Q: Currently I am a 3521(AOM) in the Motor-T field. I wish to switch to the infantry and active forces ... A: I am sorry that you are in a less-than-stellar reserve unit. You should be able to volunteer for ... | |
| Army MP | 4/17/2008 |
| Q: I have done a lot of research and it is what I want to do for the Army if thats the branch I choose ... A: Both services take their training very seriously. The Army training is longer and more elaborate, ... | |
| Army MP | 4/16/2008 |
| Q: I have done a lot of research and it is what I want to do for the Army if thats the branch I choose ... A: Whether you choose Navy or Army you will get training that relates to policing and security of a ... | |
| Too old for service? | 4/16/2008 |
| Q: M'am... I am 36 years old, with a BA in English. Just recently became a pilot for a regional ... A: Waivers are possible up to 40 years of age. You have the best chance of acceptance, if you join the ... | |
| medical history - records? | 4/15/2008 |
| Q: Bedell, I 26 years old, have a B.S. from UC Berkeley, and am finishing my 1st year of law school at ... A: In order to qualify for a waiver, you have to reveal the truth about your past, and then document ... | |
| Question about a change in MOS | 4/14/2008 |
| Q: I am currently in Iraq and I am a 25U (US Army)(Signal Support Specialist). I do not do my job and ... A: You may submit a DA Form 4187 to request a change in military occupational specialty. Your change ... | |
| U.S. Air Force | 4/14/2008 |
| Q: i have done some research but could not find much. i just want to know a little about it so if any ... A: I am an Army officer, so I know more about the Army and then I know about the Air Force. However, a ... | |
| Medical Question | 4/10/2008 |
| Q: My name is Russell Sutherland, I'm 23 and an E-4 and I have been in the Coast Guard for almost 4 ... A: If you are still in pain, visit your doctor and get a profile that allows you to develop your ... | |
| Medical Question | 4/9/2008 |
| Q: My name is Russell Sutherland, I'm 23 and an E-4 and I have been in the Coast Guard for almost 4 ... A: I cannot predict what will happen to you as there are many variables. However, I will give you some ... | |
| ID Card | 4/9/2008 |
| Q: I just had a son with my girlfriend. I know she is not eligible for any military benefits for our ... A: If you are named as the father on the birth certificate, you can register your son on DEERS, and get ... | |
| Leave to find a house??? | 4/8/2008 |
| Q: I am getting out of the Navy in July and was wondering if such a thing exists as "house-hunting" ... A: In the Army we use permissive TDY for house hunting. That means we are not using leave, but have to ... | |
| Switching from Army ROTC to NUPOC | 4/8/2008 |
| Q: I am a 19 year old mechanical engineering student and am currently contracted in the Army ROTC ... A: The Army is a fantastic career for an engineer. The engineering problem solving you will become ... | |
| I have a question reguarding an MOS | 4/7/2008 |
| Q: Good afternoon, I have recently signed up for the U.S. Army and just completed my MEPS entry course. ... A: As a 94F, you will repair communications equipment: Radios, antennae, repeater stations, and more. ... | |
| ROTC | 4/6/2008 |
| Q: I had sign up with the Army Resevse and shipping for basic training in May. I recently learned ... A: Go to the nearest ROTC office and talk to the Professor of Military Science (PMS) or the unit ... | |
| Marine OCS age restriction | 4/5/2008 |
| Q: I'm currently 25 years old, finishing up my M.S. in Engineering and have toyed with the idea of ... A: Before the war, the maximum age at which you could receive your commission (with no prior enlisted ... | |
| Rejoining Navy Reserve after commission resigned? | 4/2/2008 |
| Q: I'm interested in rejoining the Navy Reserve after I was honorable discharged a couple years ago. I ... A: Yes, you can rejoin a service after an honorable discharge due to resignation of your commission. ... | |
| Medical records | 4/1/2008 |
| Q: Does the military check your medical recors or do they just base your stuff on the medical exam at ... A: The military will spot check records and ensure the data corresponds to the recruit's claims. The ... | |
| Army Contract | 3/31/2008 |
| Q: I had a question regarding my contract with the Army. I enlisted back in November of 2007, and at ... A: Usually changes in family situation or health, can get you out of your contract. Acceptance to ... | |
| Getting commisioned? | 3/27/2008 |
| Q: I am currently an enlisted sailor. I have 12 years of service in the Navy Nuclear field. I am due to ... A: Yes, you can apply for Officer Candidate Training. Since you have 12 years of service, you can ... | |
| navy IRR | 3/26/2008 |
| Q: Is the Navy calling up Officers(or anyone) from the IRR ? (Yet?) Or are they only taking volunteers ... A: The Navy is calling up IRR officers in certain specialties for service around the world. If you ... | |
| Army Contract | 3/26/2008 |
| Q: I had a question regarding my contract with the Army. I enlisted back in November of 2007, and at ... A: You signed a contract into the delayed entry program. Depending on the details in your contract, ... | |
| When do I have to resign my commission? | 3/24/2008 |
| Q: I am eligible to resign my US Army nurse Corps commission this month. I am currently IRR. I am ... A: You do not have to resign your commission when your total service obligation ends. However, by ... | |
| Questions about Marine Corps OCS | 3/23/2008 |
| Q: I'm morally and physically ready to apply for OCS. The only thing that is holding me up is that I ... A: I believe the current age limit to enlist is 35 plus depending on waivers. You will not have a ... | |
| Questions about Marine Corps OCS | 3/23/2008 |
| Q: I'm morally and physically ready to apply for OCS. The only thing that is holding me up is that I ... A: Due to the on-going wars there is currently a waiver for age, so you would not be too old to be ... | |
| Just checking | 3/23/2008 |
| Q: My name is Amber. my question is that i really really want to be in the navy....but i don't think i ... A: To directly answer your question, yes -- you can take a version of the ASVAB after you are in the ... | |
| forced transfer | 3/21/2008 |
| Q: My step son is in the navy a nuke hey has been on active duty for 6 years now has re enlisted twice ... A: The military policy is that a service member stays on station no more than 3 years. You will find ... | |
| Enlistment | 3/20/2008 |
| Q: I was wondering, I was diagnosed with BiPolar disorder in 9/2004. I disagree with the diagnosis and ... A: you will need a doctor that will certify you were misdiagnosed. Then you will need to visit a ... | |
| Joining the Military | 3/20/2008 |
| Q: I wanted to rejoin the military after I received a Reenlistment code of 3, I know I will have to ... A: You will need to prove to the military doctors that neither your skin condition nor your asthma will ... | |
| please help my son did a very stupid thing. | 3/19/2008 |
| Q: My son is 19 and is in the Navy. He just returned from a cruise for Iraq. He recently purchased a ... A: You need to convince your son to get back on his medication. Bi-polar disease shouldn't be treated ... | |
| sign on bonus? | 3/18/2008 |
| Q: A: Your bonus will be paid in parts based on the scheduled outlined in your enlistment contract. ... | |
| please help my son did a very stupid thing. | 3/18/2008 |
| Q: My son is 19 and is in the Navy. He just returned from a cruise for Iraq. He recently purchased a ... A: Your son should ask for mercy at his Captain's mast. If he can convince his chain of command that ... | |
| Re-joing the military after resigning a comission | 3/17/2008 |
| Q: I resigned my commission as a CPT in the ARMY IRR about two years ago. Is it possible to rejoin? If ... A: If you left of your own volition, and have positive classification on your discharge, you may ... | |
| trying to re enlist re3 asthma | 3/16/2008 |
| Q: I was discharged out of basic (army) in '04 for asthma. I also have a very slight hearing loss in ... A: Go to a nearby town and a new recruting center, and get a new recruiter. As you know, every ... | |
| OCS as a single parent | 3/14/2008 |
| Q: I hope you can provide some insight into my daughter situation. She has been on active duty as a ... A: Your daughter will not be able to leave the Air Force and then enlist in the Army, unless she gives ... | |
| Airborne | 3/14/2008 |
| Q: So i am 18 approaching graduation in 2 1/2 months and am looking to follow in the family line and ... A: Congratulations on your approaching graduation. Do you already have a delayed entry agreement with ... | |
| ocs credit requirements | 3/14/2008 |
| Q: mam, i have been in the army for just over eight years. i made the e-7 list in just over 7 years ... A: You should have 90 credit hours to apply. If you can complete a bachelors degree, before you apply, ... | |
| Daughter hurt in the Army | 3/13/2008 |
| Q: My daughter joined the army last year. At boot camp she fell out of her bunk and broke her hand in ... A: I am now even more worried for your daughter. If her chain of command did not take the rape charges ... | |
| dual Army couple | 3/13/2008 |
| Q: My husband is currently in the Army as enlisted, we have no children, and I am 3 months away from ... A: The Army does the best it can to keep dual military families together. You must be registered as a ... | |
| Daughter hurt in the Army | 3/13/2008 |
| Q: My daughter joined the army last year. At boot camp she fell out of her bunk and broke her hand in ... A: I am so sorry that your daughter was injured in line of service and is now ill. You and she will ... | |
| i need some info | 3/10/2008 |
| Q: k so im in 8th grade and i need some info about the benefits of being a marine because im doing a ... A: The benefits accrued due to military service do not vary from service to service. The benefits only ... | |
| Navy? | 3/7/2008 |
| Q: Okay. So here's the deal. My boyfriend right now want to join the Navy, active duty, for four years. ... A: If your boyfriend is a "high quality" recruit, he can negotiate many aspects of his enlistment. So ... | |
| OCS Consideration. | 3/6/2008 |
| Q: I am currently enlisted in the Air Force and planning on getting my BA very soon and my goal is to ... A: The first part of your question -- The blue to green transfer helps the Army gain experienced ... | |
| My boyfriend is in the Coast Guard and broke his wrist | 3/5/2008 |
| Q: My boyfriend has enlisted in the Coast Guard. In his second week of bootcamp, he ended up breaking ... A: If his wrist will heal well enough for him to continue his training, he will likely remain in ... | |
| Active to reserves | 3/4/2008 |
| Q: Is it possible to be transferred from an active duty soldier to the reserves? and if possible how ... A: If you are at the end of your current enlistment, then you can re-enlist for the reserves. You will ... | |
| Son | 3/3/2008 |
| Q: My son join the Army in 2007. He is 18 and really enjoy being there. I'm proud of him because he ... A: As I have told many a Soldier before your son -- "If you are in a room where wrong-doing is ... | |
| Dating within the military | 3/3/2008 |
| Q: Is it ok for an E-4 to date an E-6 if they are not in the same unit, but have the same MOS? A: The Army has become very strict on the fraternization issues. However, if you are both enlisted and ... | |
| Permanent resident with a college degree | 3/2/2008 |
| Q: I'm a permanent resident with a 4 years college degree in aviation management; I'm interested in ... A: If you are otherwise qualified, you could enlist immediately in one of the military services, for a ... | |
| Active duty/ Guard marriage | 3/2/2008 |
| Q: My fiancee' is stationed at Kadena AFB, Japan. I am currently employed in the Mississippi Air ... A: Clearly you are able to deal with separation, so the more time you give your assignments manager, ... | |
| USCG Signing Up and Boot Camp | 2/29/2008 |
| Q: This Sunday (March 2nd 2008) I will be heading to my local recruiters office for a medical exam, ... A: If you work hard, keep a positive attitude, AND help others in your training section succeed (not ... | |
| last resort | 2/29/2008 |
| Q: im tryin to get into a military branch i have scoliosis and one kidney that i was born with, neither ... A: Since you know you have only one kidney, and scoliosis, there is no military branch that can accept ... | |
| USCG Signing Up and Boot Camp | 2/29/2008 |
| Q: This Sunday (March 2nd 2008) I will be heading to my local recruiters office for a medical exam, ... A: 1. Your recruiter can "guarantee" in writing, in your contract, a billet at your desired training ... | |
| Marine??? | 2/28/2008 |
| Q: He is my daughter's friend.He joined the Marines a year ago this coming June.He's 22, he used to be ... A: Unfortunately, if this guy lied on his enlistment paperwork, the Marines had very little opportunity ... | |
| reenlisting with a discharge | 2/27/2008 |
| Q: I am currently an E-4 in the Army. At this time I am being thrown through a ringer. As of March 2006 ... A: If you want to stay in, fight this now. Clearly you accepted an Article 15 that busted you back to ... | |
| army couple | 2/27/2008 |
| Q: However I will be getting married 4 months before my report date to a man whom is in the army as ... A: Once you are married, you and your new husband must apply for joint domicile. This program will try ... | |
| security clearance | 2/27/2008 |
| Q: i had a misdemeanor shoplifting charge in 1996. i am now in the army and need a security clearance ... A: Based on your question, your offense is outside the reportable window for a misdemeanor, and will ... | |
| Marines | 2/26/2008 |
| Q: I'm about to join the marines, I'm cleared in MEPS but have not sworn in yet, my recruiter is ... A: You are right. Your promised job should be in writing in your contract before you sign. Your ... | |
| resigning a commision | 2/25/2008 |
| Q: I am a national guard infantry officer who just completed ranger school and am now being deployed to ... A: As the XO of a LAIG unit you will not be a desk jockey. Those poor LAIG units are doing the door to ... | |
| resigning a commision | 2/24/2008 |
| Q: I am a national guard infantry officer who just completed ranger school and am now being deployed to ... A: Yes if you want out of this assignment, find a Ranger unit that is deployed, and get your chain of ... | |
| resigning a commision | 2/24/2008 |
| Q: I am a national guard infantry officer who just completed ranger school and am now being deployed to ... A: If you hate the Army, why in the world did you attend Ranger School? You owe the Army for that ... | |
| prior question | 2/23/2008 |
| Q: Maam I was read my discharge intent packet today. They are discharging me for wear of unauthorized ... A: Did you wear the badges? Putting them on your military service record was wrong, but wearing them ... | |
| Able to join? | 2/22/2008 |
| Q: I plan on joining the army and serving in a mechanic/engineer MOS or work with field artillery. ... A: Crohn's disease is a disqualifying conditions. However, if you have never suffered any symptoms, I ... | |
| Naval Reservist trying to go to AROTC | 2/22/2008 |
| Q: Colonel: First, thank you for your service. Secondly, I find myself a 24 year-old in the Naval ... A: According to policy, your commander must recommend approval or disapproval and forward your request ... | |
| becoming an airplane pilot | 2/18/2008 |
| Q: will going to the airforce help me become a commercial airline pilot A: If you qualify for flight training in the Air Force, and pass all yout training through flight ... | |
| non payment of rent | 2/17/2008 |
| Q: I AM RENTING MY HOME TO A CPL IN THE MARINES IN VIRGINIA. THE LEASE STATED TO HAVE UTILITIES PUT IN ... A: I would send him a registered letter that restates the terms of his lease very simply, and gives him ... | |
| positive pregnancy test at meps then miscarriage | 2/15/2008 |
| Q: I was a sgt in the army for 6 years. I got out on a honorable just end of two tours. I want to ... A: I do not know of a requirement for a waiting period before you return to MEPS for a new physical. ... | |
| OCS Consideration. | 2/14/2008 |
| Q: I am currently enlisted in the Air Force and planning on getting my BA very soon and my goal is to ... A: Don't worry about getting out and re-enlisting. If the Air Force does not accept you to OTS, then ... | |
| reference to prior questions | 2/13/2008 |
| Q: Maam I was seen by the orthopedic surgeon for my back today and given a physical exam for other ... A: Joseph -- You should get a disability rating, and be covered by the VA for your injuries. Keep all ... | |
| Coast Guard Questions | 2/11/2008 |
| Q: My name is Desiree Green. I'am a 22 y/o female. I'am married w/ a two yr old daughter and my husband ... A: The answer to your second question is no, GEDs are not a problem. You will have to take an aptitude ... | |
| Coast Guard Officer | 2/11/2008 |
| Q: It's me again. Thank you for your answers to my previous questions. They were very helpful. Are ... A: Coast Guard locations are "usually" in the United States. Coast Guard Officers are moved around the ... | |
| BAH regulation | 2/10/2008 |
| Q: Ma'am: I am an E-3 currently at Fort Lewis at 68WM6 school. Over the Christmas exodus, I married ... A: Since you were not married at the start of this enlistment, and are living in the barracks, the ... | |
| Trying tio get into OCS | 2/9/2008 |
| Q: My name is Nathan Cetnar and I am currently a senior in college who will be graduating in may. I am ... A: Your traffic tickets are not an issue, unless they approach reckless endangerment. Your DWI could ... | |
| Re-enlistment | 2/8/2008 |
| Q: I am getting discharged for misconduct. I received an article 15 and reduced 1 pay grade and 1/2 ... A: Fight your discharge now, don't wait to get out and then try to get back in. I do not know what ... | |
| Pregnancy | 2/8/2008 |
| Q: .I know you are not navy, but I figure someone with your time in rank in the military, and being a ... A: You have a few options, but what you do depends on what you really desire as the outcome. If you ... | |
| Coast Guard Officer | 2/8/2008 |
| Q: I'm interested in becoming an officer in the Coast Guard. I have a college degree. I've read on ... A: I'll start with the health question first. Asthma controlled by medication that does not limit ... | |
| Air National Guard and AF Active Duty Marriage... overseas | 2/8/2008 |
| Q: My name is Jen and I'm in the Texas Air National Guard, My fiancee is Air Force Active Duty and He's ... A: You have a few options, but they may not align with what you would prefer. First, if you plan to ... | |
| felony | 2/7/2008 |
| Q: I was convicted with a Class E felony, it was about 2 years ago. It is the lowest felony you can be ... A: The Coast Guard is the least likely service to give a morality waiver at this time. The Army is ... | |
| Non-prior officer commissions | 2/6/2008 |
| Q: Cynthia, I have begun the process to join the Navy Reserve as a Public Affairs officer or an Intel ... A: The fact that you are asking this question indicates to me that you will do fine. If you enter as ... | |
| Army OCS age limit waiver | 2/5/2008 |
| Q: I am interested in joining the Army as an officer through OCS. I have a bachelors degree in ... A: Age waivers are sometimes available to well qualified candidates who exceed the maximum age to ... | |
| Officer Re-enlistment | 2/4/2008 |
| Q: I am currently an officer in the Navy and I am being involuntarily processed due to failure to ... A: Don't take the discharge yet. Apply immediately for the Blue-to-Green program, and see if you meet ... | |
| Healthcare Field | 2/3/2008 |
| Q: I am interested in being an OB/GYN. I would like to serve at a military hospital, and would like to ... A: I do not know your educational background or experience, but there are a few ways you can work as an ... | |
| MEPS Exam | 2/3/2008 |
| Q: I recently lost my long time (well 2 years) standing job, and was out and about looking for a new ... A: Your recruiter is correct, you have exceptional ASVAB scores. Your recruiter is wrong -- never lie ... | |
| Entering OCS | 2/2/2008 |
| Q: Miss Bedell, I am currently trying to join the army and enter the OCS program, I have a BS degree w/ ... A: Since you are requesting an OCS rider on your enlistment contract, you are going before a board that ... | |
| Recruits getting an Army Achievement Medal? | 2/2/2008 |
| Q: I have a friend who enlisted in the Army last year, but due to problems with her body she's getting ... A: It is highly unlikely that any recruit earned an Army Achievement Medal during basic training. ... | |
| RE-4 | 2/1/2008 |
| Q: I was discharged from the marines and given an other then honorable discharge and an RE-4, it was ... A: You will either need to get the status of your discharge changed, or get a morality waiver, if you ... | |
| Active to Reserve Transition | 1/31/2008 |
| Q: I am currently an active duty WO2 with 17 years of active duty service. I was passed over for ... A: I believe that you can retire, if you reach 20 active service years while on activated status. The ... | |
| My daughter | 1/31/2008 |
| Q: My daughter is currently going to college in international relations and political science at ... A: Of course your daughter is being pushed by a recruiter to go enlisted. That recruiter would get ... | |
| Active to Reserve Transition | 1/31/2008 |
| Q: I am currently an active duty WO2 with 17 years of active duty service. I was passed over for ... A: You should be able to leave active for reserve service with your present rank -- IF they have an ... | |
| Medical question | 1/30/2008 |
| Q: If you have hypothyroidism that is controlled with medication can you enlist in the Army? I read in ... A: If you have hypothyroidism that is controlled medically, you are eligible to enlist. The service ... | |
| Army Warrant Officer | 1/30/2008 |
| Q: Ma'am..i am currently in the Air Force and was recently convicted of a felony in a military ... A: You will not be eligible for officer status in any service until you complete an enlistment with no ... | |
| Medical Qualification | 1/29/2008 |
| Q: I have son that is trying to enlist in the army. He is 21 and had ALL (Acute Lymphocyte Leukemia) ... A: Most medical conditions that do not cause current problems and are not likely to recur are ... | |
| army rotc | 1/26/2008 |
| Q: I am a high school senior and i applied for an Army rotc scholarship, i am currently waiting for an ... A: If your ROTC scholarship comes through, take that and go to college next fall. If the scholarship ... | |
| army rotc | 1/26/2008 |
| Q: I am a high school senior and i applied for an Army rotc scholarship, i am currently waiting for an ... A: Once you are an active duty Soldier, you will have to apply for an ROTC scholarship in a different ... | |
| Can i join | 1/23/2008 |
| Q: I was pulled over and received a ticket for possesion of cannabis the case is open and said to be ... A: Unfortunately, that charge may still be traceable by investigators, even if it is expunged. ... | |
| OCS | 1/23/2008 |
| Q: Would you say this statement is correct..."The Officer Candidate School of the United States Army is ... A: Unfortunately that statement is incomplete. There is no "automatic" billet in OCS for a new ... | |
| Re-enlisting with re code 3? | 1/22/2008 |
| Q: Ma'am Im currently considering re-enlisting in the Army Reserves but,i was discharged in 2001 with ... A: If you can show your foot injury is completely healed and you no longer suffer from depression, you ... | |
| Can i join | 1/22/2008 |
| Q: I was pulled over and received a ticket for possesion of cannabis the case is open and said to be ... A: If you are willing to give up weed entirely, you can likely still join. However, if you have a ... | |
| Direct Commission | 1/20/2008 |
| Q: Colonel, i have decided to save the military for later and first finish my degree. Thank you for all ... A: No, you cannot get a direct commission to Lieutenant Colonel no matter how many degrees you have. ... | |
| AGR Recruiter | 1/18/2008 |
| Q: After being out of the Army (active 4 yrs.) and Army Reserve (1yr.) for almost a year, I received a ... A: If your enlistment contract states a one-year period of service in writing, you can get your orders ... | |
| socm? | 1/18/2008 |
| Q: do you know anything about the army special operations combat medic course at fort bragg, or know ... A: During basic and initial training Soldiers are not allowed to live off-post whether they are married ... | |
| MEB/Severance pay. | 1/18/2008 |
| Q: I'm a US Army active duty soldier with 9 years of service, 8 of which I served from 82-90. I ... A: Your severance should be based on the formula for retirement under your most recent enlistment ... | |
| Enlisted to Officer | 1/15/2008 |
| Q: Colonel, I trust that you enjoyed your vacation. We had last communicated in December in regards to ... A: Since you already have a bachelors degree, and you are considering the legal field, I recommend you ... | |
| Where to start | 1/12/2008 |
| Q: If I were to obtain commission in the army as a brand new 2nd LT, and I had just receieved my ... A: Additional information about medical fields in the Army is on http://www.usarec.army.mil/armypa You ... | |
| Officer careers | 1/12/2008 |
| Q: I have taken your advice and decided to do the two- year ROTC program. But I have one question. If I ... A: Any bachelors degree from an accredited university or college meets the minimum educational ... | |
| Requirements | 12/16/2007 |
| Q: Colonel, after I receive my 4 year degree, will I be able to go right into OCS in the Army after ... A: Please see my answer to your other question. You can stay at your college and take ROTC at a nearby ... | |
| Degree | 12/16/2007 |
| Q: If Someone who just sworn into the military, who also has a bachelor's degree, did not get accepted ... A: You can take your ROTC training at any nearby college that does have ROTC. The program will pay ... | |
| Degree | 12/16/2007 |
| Q: If Someone who just sworn into the military, who also has a bachelor's degree, did not get accepted ... A: If you did not get into OCS, or chose not to attend OCS, the best rank you can leave your initial ... | |
| Requirements | 12/16/2007 |
| Q: Colonel, after I receive my 4 year degree, will I be able to go right into OCS in the Army after ... A: On the old scale you had to score 110 out of 140 to be commissioned officer eligible. Today they ... | |
| Requirements | 12/15/2007 |
| Q: Colonel, after I receive my 4 year degree, will I be able to go right into OCS in the Army after ... A: Unless you are able to talk a specialty branch (medical or legal usually) into granting you a direct ... | |
| Navy | 12/15/2007 |
| Q: Colonel, I have a friend swearing into the Navy tomorrow. He already has an associates degree in ... A: Unless your friend negotiated for a chance at OCS after basic training, and that rider is in his ... | |
| student loans | 12/14/2007 |
| Q: I was wondering, will the Army pay for my student loans the second I graduate and head off to basic ... A: Whether the Army pays off your loans and the payment schedule depends on your enlistment contract. ... | |
| Enlisted to Officer | 12/12/2007 |
| Q: I am 35 and have a B.A and an M.A(American Military University). I am a Legal Permanent Resident ... A: Since you have three years to wait until you can become a citizen, I would enlist now, if you are ... | |
| Military Salary | 12/12/2007 |
| Q: I was also wondering how the salaries are decided. Do 2nd lieutenants in the U.S. Army get paid ... A: Military members are paid bi-monthly on the 1st and of the month. If those days fall on a weekend, ... | |
| Health Information Management | 12/12/2007 |
| Q: I plan to join the U.S. Army after I graduate from my college and receive a bachelor's degree in ... A: To ensure your soon-to-be-wife can join you at your first duty station, you should be married before ... | |
| Health Information Management | 12/12/2007 |
| Q: I plan to join the U.S. Army after I graduate from my college and receive a bachelor's degree in ... A: As a newly minted second Lieutenant out of OCS, you are eligible for all Army officer career fields. ... | |
| Enlisted to Officer | 12/11/2007 |
| Q: I am 35 and have a B.A and an M.A(American Military University). I am a Legal Permanent Resident ... A: Once you are a citizen, you can apply to attend Officer Candidate School all the way up until you ... | |
| Pregnancy | 12/7/2007 |
| Q: I am an 01, received my commission in June '07. I am active duty Army and I am married to an active ... A: Someone is trying to give you a line. You are allowed to have children and raise a family, even if ... | |
| Age Waiver-OCS Army | 12/3/2007 |
| Q: My husband (39 years old) is active duty (Rank E-6/Army). He is applying for OCS (BS completed in ... A: In the current environment, your husband's age will not restrict his chances for OCS. The maximum ... | |
| RE Code 3 | 12/1/2007 |
| Q: In 2004 I received a general discharge under honorable conditions with a RE code 3, under misconduct ... A: I recommend you see a recruiter. There is a strong possibility you qualify for a morality waiver ... | |
| Copy of GED | 11/30/2007 |
| Q: I hope you can help.I was on active duty with the US NAVY and took my GED in 1973 .The only ... A: There are limited number of testing services that administer the GED. If you know where you were ... | |
| Pregnant Girlfriend of Army Soldier | 11/28/2007 |
| Q: I am the girlfriend of an army soldier, he is an E-4 and I just found out we are having a baby. We ... A: You are not eligible for military family member medical care until you are married. If you do not ... | |
| former enlisted marine to a coast guard officer | 11/27/2007 |
| Q: I've been honorably discharged from the usmc for 11 months after serving a five year enlistment, and ... A: You have a few options that you could apply for to train to be an officer in the Coast Guard. Some ... | |
| without a GED | 11/20/2007 |
| Q: im 24 and i would like to join the military. The only problem is that i dont have a GED or a HSD . ... A: Some people do well enough on the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB test) to enlist ... | |
| I plan to be a Marine | 11/14/2007 |
| Q: I've doing some research on all the different military branches and finally picked to be a marine. ... A: You and the recruiters may be somewhat at odds. You want to do something you are interested in and ... | |
| Security Clearence | 11/6/2007 |
| Q: I am currently applying to USMC OCS. I have been told that I have a very low chance of getting ... A: All commissioned officers must have a secret security clearance. However, a prior arrests doesn't ... | |
| boot camp | 11/5/2007 |
| Q: i am 17 and a junior in high school. ive talked to recruiters at my school and they said i could do ... A: You can take college classes while you are in the military. You have to be diligent, and your ... | |
| boot camp | 11/5/2007 |
| Q: i am 17 and a junior in high school. ive talked to recruiters at my school and they said i could do ... A: You must have enlisted already to go to boot camp (basic training). If the recruiters are trying to ... | |
| joining Navy Air Force as a Nurse | 11/2/2007 |
| Q: I'm 38 and 18 months away from getting my BS in Nursing and Psychology. I'm interested in joining ... A: The current cut-off age for someone who has never served, is 40 years of age. However, for ... | |
| Enlistment | 10/18/2007 |
| Q: I am prior service with 9 1/2 Army NG. I am trying to join the Air Guard. I had a panic attack in ... A: You should reveal all your medical conditions including those with psychiatric affect. If you are ... | |
| going active from guard | 10/16/2007 |
| Q: What does it take to go to active duty from the guard? Also just curious could I switch to the ... A: You can re-enlist into an active Army assignment. You can re-enlist to remain NG but move onto the ... | |
| Pregnancy | 10/13/2007 |
| Q: Ma'am...my wife was commissioned via Army ROTC in May in the National Guard. I was also ... A: I think your situation is one where the Army may well release your wife from service, if that is ... | |
| Pregnancy | 10/13/2007 |
| Q: Ma'am...my wife was commissioned via Army ROTC in May in the National Guard. I was also ... A: Your wife could request to defer her officer training until after the baby is born and she has ... | |
| Switching from Army to Navy | 10/13/2007 |
| Q: My 19 year old son contracted with the army and is due to commission as a 2nd Lieutenant in 05/08. ... A: I only take four questions a day, or I would be over loaded. Please send your follow-up tomorrow. ... | |
| asvab scores | 10/11/2007 |
| Q: hey cynthia okay i took the asvabs three times i did alright on my first try, second time i didnt do ... A: You probably did poorly on the second and third ASVAB because you were mentally tired. You should ... | |
| entering military | 10/10/2007 |
| Q: I am 32 years old married with three kids. I would like to know how do i go about geting a waiver. I ... A: Yes, let the recruiter know your entire history, UNLESS they ask for only the last 10 years, or ... | |
| entering military | 10/9/2007 |
| Q: I am 32 years old married with three kids. I would like to know how do i go about geting a waiver. I ... A: I recommend you first visit the court and see if you can get your record expunged, or sealed. It is ... | |
| prior service question | 10/8/2007 |
| Q: I am a former marine, I have been out since 1991 served honorable with a reenlistment code of RE - ... A: You are eligible to re-enlist, if you are younger than the maximum allowable enlistment age (40) ... | |
| guard to active | 10/7/2007 |
| Q: i am currently in the Hawaii army national guard and i was wondering if there is a way to switch to ... A: John -- I am TDY for the next three weeks. I will try to get your point of contact info in ... | |
| going back i n the military | 10/5/2007 |
| Q: rejoining the military with an other than honorable discharge? can i A: Depends on what you did, and how well you can "prove" you are "rehabilitated." Take your DD Form ... | |
| asthma and active duty | 10/5/2007 |
| Q: Col. Bedell, im currently an air traffic controller at shaw afb, and i was just (this morning, ... A: The medical evaluation board will determine if it is safe for you to do your job given your ... | |
| Dependent | 10/3/2007 |
| Q: I am a new commissioned 2LT in the Army, single and no children, my mother is a widow and I have ... A: Very rarely can you make a parent a dependent and receive with dependant housing differential. ... | |
| National Guard | 10/3/2007 |
| Q: I was wondering what I can do to try to finish college before I am able to be deployed. I am going ... A: I recommend you review your enlistment paperwork, and take a delayed entry until you have finished ... | |
| blue to green | 10/1/2007 |
| Q: Bedell im currently an E-3 in the Navy and have served almost two of my four year enlistment and was ... A: The requirement that you wait until six months out from your estimated termination of service date ... | |
| husband has 16 years in and wants to reenlist... | 10/1/2007 |
| Q: I hope you are doing well. My husband is in the TX Army National Guard. Before this, he was active ... A: Your husband should be able to re-enlist, neither his rank nor his prior health problem should be an ... | |
| guard to active | 10/1/2007 |
| Q: i am currently in the Hawaii army national guard and i was wondering if there is a way to switch to ... A: Talk to an active duty branch manager (detailer) in Alexandria Virginia immediately. They are ... | |
| blue to green | 9/28/2007 |
| Q: Bedell im currently an E-3 in the Navy and have served almost two of my four year enlistment and was ... A: You can do the Blue to Green program any time as long as you are still on duty. If the Army ... | |
| Decisions | 9/24/2007 |
| Q: I am just recently looking into joining my local air national..... guard? Or is active duty better? ... A: Twenty-five years old is not too late. That's when I got my commission. I could have retired 4 ... | |
| armed forces helicopter pilots | 9/21/2007 |
| Q: In any of the armed forces what age limit to the military have for pilots to become pilots, and is ... A: If you qualify for the training, the military will send you to flight school to learn to fly ... | |
| Decisions | 9/21/2007 |
| Q: I am just recently looking into joining my local air national..... guard? Or is active duty better? ... A: Only you can know what is best for you. The questions you need to answer are: 1: Do I want to ... | |
| General orders | 9/20/2007 |
| Q: My son is planning on joining the Navy. I told him he should learn his general orders because it ... A: At some point in his training your son will have to stand guard duty. He will then need to know his ... | |
| Dual Military Spouses | 9/19/2007 |
| Q: My husband is a Sailor- Active Duty Navy...I was talking to an Army recruiter about Active Duty ... A: The criterion for joint military families is the same across the services. The difference between ... | |
| Becoming an officer as an enlistee? | 9/18/2007 |
| Q: Good morning Colonel. Is it possible as a college non-graduate/dropout enlisting, to qualify for ... A: How many college credits do you have? Do you have enough for an associates degree? Try to get your ... | |
| Asthma question | 9/17/2007 |
| Q: I am currently at Navy Officer Candidate School to join the Civil Engineering Corps upon completion. ... A: The real issue for your retention will come down to -- will your exercise induced asthma cause you ... | |
| resigning my commission | 9/16/2007 |
| Q: I joined the army (reserve)in 1987 as a PV1. Over the years I spent drilling in both the reserves ... A: Since I do not have the details of your re-enlistment contract as an Army nurse, I cannot tell you ... | |
| reinlistment | 9/15/2007 |
| Q: Ma'am, I am 35 years old. I served for approximately 4 years in the US Navy. I hurt my knee. It ... A: The Navy recruiters probably are not willing to work with you, because the do not need Sailors with ... | |
| Vision Waiver | 9/13/2007 |
| Q: My son has applied for an Air Force ROTC and Navy ROTC scholarship. He has also applied to the Air ... A: Yes, but only if his eyesight is correctable to near 20/20. He will never qualify for flight or for ... | |
| RE: AWOL! | 9/13/2007 |
| Q: Cynthia, I regret as each day passes that I ever wen AWOL when I was in the ... A: Whether you can enlist in another service will all depend on your discharge classification on your ... | |
| Vision Waiver | 9/12/2007 |
| Q: My son has applied for an Air Force ROTC and Navy ROTC scholarship. He has also applied to the Air ... A: Yes, there should be a vision waiver if your son's eyesight is correctable to 20/20. If his ... | |
| Me, in the Marines | 9/11/2007 |
| Q: Hey, help me out here. Ive been in love with the marines for some time now. I'm 15 years old going ... A: Although there is nothing you can do now to "guarantee" the Marine Corps will accept your ... | |
| Marrying while in USMC active duty to someone in US Navy active duty | 9/9/2007 |
| Q: Basically my friend is in the Marine Corps and her boyfriend is in the Navy. They are both in active ... A: Your friends can marry, but unless they take specific action, their services will treat them as if ... | |
| Paternity Leave | 9/7/2007 |
| Q: I am pregnant and want to know if my active duty army husband will be allowed to take leave when the ... A: No -- there is no provision for paternity leave for active duty military. Your husband can request ... | |
| age of inlistment | 9/4/2007 |
| Q: I am a mother of 4 and a grandmother of 3. I am a NAC and feel I need to do more than what I am. I ... A: The current maximum age for enlistment is 40 years old. I have heard of waivers up to the age of ... | |
| Some More Questions On PLC mam | 9/1/2007 |
| Q: Mam, My Marines Corps recruiter had shown me that path to becoming an Officer. He told me that I ... A: Yes, if you are only sworn into the DEP, you can still decide not to join. You should request ... | |
| Some More Questions On PLC mam | 9/1/2007 |
| Q: Mam, My Marines Corps recruiter had shown me that path to becoming an Officer. He told me that I ... A: I recommend going back to your recruiting office and demanding to talk to the commander (probably a ... | |
| Some More Questions On PLC mam | 9/1/2007 |
| Q: Mam, My Marines Corps recruiter had shown me that path to becoming an Officer. He told me that I ... A: You are always at risk of deploying with your unit once you have enlisted. I do not know the ... | |
| IRR transfer | 8/31/2007 |
| Q: I'm a 2LT in the Army National Guard, with over 8 years of army service (including a year in Iraq.) ... A: Yes, you could revert to the IRR, but you may owe some additional time. In the IRR, you can be ... | |
| OTC airforce | 8/27/2007 |
| Q: I have spoke with a recruiter from the AF and I was wondering if the information that he gave me was ... A: To enter the service when you are 4' 11" you must weight less than 135 lbs. To remain in service ... | |
| jrotc joining the coast gaurd part 2 | 8/26/2007 |
| Q: so i have another question. you said that to make E-5 you have to have college hrs, well im ... A: You usually need a college degree (bachelors or higher) to guarantee accelerated promotion to E-5. ... | |
| Marine Corps WSO Vision Requirements and Questions | 8/26/2007 |
| Q: Mam, My name is Daniel and am currently in high school. My dream has always been to belong in the ... A: If you have this disease, you may be able to have your diseased lens removed and get an artificial ... | |
| jrotc in the coast gaurd? | 8/25/2007 |
| Q: i have question about how long is it for you to get promted in the coast gaurd? I have done 3yrs in ... A: Your paygrade and accelerated promotions all depend on your enlistment contract when you join the ... | |
| military | 8/23/2007 |
| Q: how does one get the knowledge to fly fighter jets for the military? A: If you qualify, the military will train you to fly the fighter jets. You need to have be a quick ... | |
| Still confused.... | 8/22/2007 |
| Q: We have already decided to get married. We decided this about a month ago. We did not just decide to ... A: A Soldier's status when they enlist determines their first duty station entitlements. Since your ... | |
| Marine Corps WSO Vision Requirements and Questions | 8/21/2007 |
| Q: Mam, My name is Daniel and am currently in high school. My dream has always been to belong in the ... A: You have a great plan, but why don't you try for an ROTC scholarship? Navy ROTC is most likely to ... | |
| orthotics | 8/19/2007 |
| Q: my daughter just got medically disqualified because she uses orthotics. 1 leg is less than 1mm ... A: I cannot promise you anything, but the likelihood of a waiver for orthotic use is very high. Flat ... | |
| Juvenile Record and ROTC Scholarships | 8/18/2007 |
| Q: I am currently a rising senior, who is very interested in becoming an army officer. I am very ... A: Richard -- If your record is expunged, you have no record of any crime, and can answer "no" to any ... | |
| Juvenile Record and ROTC Scholarships | 8/17/2007 |
| Q: I am currently a rising senior, who is very interested in becoming an army officer. I am very ... A: I recommend answering the questions honestly. So if you are asked did you do something in the past ... | |
| Change in service | 8/17/2007 |
| Q: I am currently towards the end of my enlistment in the Navy.. I was wondering if it was possible for ... A: It is possible to change from the Navy to the Coast Guard. However, the Coast Guard must need ... | |
| transfering from nyarng to airforce reserves | 8/16/2007 |
| Q: dear mam right now i am trying to currently switch into the airforce i hope it is not to terribly ... A: Soldiers make the kind of switch you are trying to make all the time. Each switch is unique for ... | |
| arrested but want to join the ranks | 8/15/2007 |
| Q: Who can go over the enlistment manual, to allow someone with white-collar crimes to get into the ... A: Depending on the nature of the crime, the disposition of the charges in court or other judicial ... | |
| Switching services | 8/13/2007 |
| Q: I am currently deployed to Iraq and am in the 82nd airborne. Anyone in the 82nd knows the 82nd is ... A: To find out your options, you need to talk to folks in Alexandria Virginia at the Hoffman building ... | |
| Having asthma in the army | 8/12/2007 |
| Q: I just came in the army 1 year ago during basic training I found out that I have severe asthma the ... A: The Army can medically discharge you if asthma is keeping you from being able to do your Army job. ... | |
| combat patches | 8/11/2007 |
| Q: I was wondering what orders to wear a combat patch looked like, If there were examples or templates ... A: If you were assigned to a combat unit that was assigned to a combat theater, and you deployed to the ... | |
| Switching services | 8/10/2007 |
| Q: I am currently deployed to Iraq and am in the 82nd airborne. Anyone in the 82nd knows the 82nd is ... A: Yes, it is possible to switch services before your current enlistment is up. You will need to be ... | |
| ROTC disqualification | 8/9/2007 |
| Q: My daughter's boyfriend is trying to join the Army ROTC program. They are not married but have a ... A: Both ROTC and the service academies require that an officer candidate have no outside ... | |
| Enlisting in coast guard | 8/9/2007 |
| Q: I have a couple of questions. First, if I enlist do I have to live on base all the time? That is ... A: During boot camp, you will live on base, and you will not have any free time. This is true whether ... | |
| First Term Enlistment | 8/7/2007 |
| Q: I have a friend who is a first term Sgt in the Marine Corps and his EAS is Nov 2007. He tried to get ... A: On second thought, tell your friend to go to his company commander and tell him why he is not going ... | |
| Reserve Officer switch to active duty | 8/4/2007 |
| Q: my name is michael and i'm currently a 2nd LT, military intelligence, in the reserves. I was ... A: You can do one of two things if you wish to serve full time. The first and likely the easiest, is ... | |
| breast cancer and deploy possibilities | 8/3/2007 |
| Q: Ma'am - I am a USAR CPT/03 with 13 years creditable towards retirement. I've always been in a ... A: If you can complete your required duties, and pass a PT test or modified PT test, the Army will keep ... | |
| Newly Commissioned Army Officer Careers | 8/2/2007 |
| Q: I am entering an Army ROTC Unit this coming fall and had a few questions pertaining to possible ... A: Your information is correct. You cannot be commissioned directly into certain special branches. ... | |
| Eye Qulifications | 8/2/2007 |
| Q: If i have 20/20 vision in one eye and the other eye doesn't can i still join the Amry or theMarines? A: If your vision in your poor eye is correctable to 20/20 with glasses you can enlist. It may be ... | |
| delay | 8/1/2007 |
| Q: I was wondering if I go through boot camp and AIT, can I delay my first duty station until my ... A: No, you will not be able to delay reporting to your new duty station from February through May. You ... | |
| reenlistment | 8/1/2007 |
| Q: I went to army basic training in january of 2006, but while I was in my wife and I were having ... A: There is a small possibility that you can get a waiver for your previous failure to comply with ... | |
| Juvenile drug charges | 7/31/2007 |
| Q: I got in trouble in highschool for a marijuana charge, will that keep me from joining the air force? A: Your eligibility depends on the status of your juvenile charges. If your juvenile record is sealed, ... | |
| can you guide me? | 7/28/2007 |
| Q: colonel, I am a specialist in the US ARMY. I am a current student of University of Phoenix as a ... A: The latest update to the regulation can be found at this website; ... | |
| can you guide me? | 7/24/2007 |
| Q: colonel, I am a specialist in the US ARMY. I am a current student of University of Phoenix as a ... A: To be a PA, you do not need to already be a medical doctor. You will get the training you need in ... | |
| How can I handle this? | 7/23/2007 |
| Q: I am a 30 year old divorced working male whom has been through MEPS and passed my physical.I was ... A: Take your packet to a new recruiter and ask if they will help you put your waiver packet together ... | |
| Enlistment process w/ prior DUI | 7/19/2007 |
| Q: I am currently a 19 year old college student in the Army ROTC program attending the University of ... A: Normally the DUI issue would have come at at your interview with the recruiter and the recruiter ... | |
| Enlistment process w/ prior DUI | 7/19/2007 |
| Q: I am currently a 19 year old college student in the Army ROTC program attending the University of ... A: Your waiver for misdemeanor drunk driving is completely unrelated to your medical waivers. You ... | |
| MEDBOARD? | 7/18/2007 |
| Q: 7 months ago I had Open Heart Surgury to corect a Bicuspid Aortic Valve. When I entered the Navy ... A: Medical boards can be very short, if the board the the service member agree about the correct ... | |
| Direct Commission | 7/16/2007 |
| Q: I am a prior E-5 91W(HealthCare Specialist). I served 4 yrs active duty. I have been out for 3 yrs ... A: Since you do not have a professional degree (medical doctor, dentist or lawyer) you do not qualify ... | |
| Son wants to enlist | 7/12/2007 |
| Q: My almost 20 year old son is married with one child and one on the way and has just recently decided ... A: If your son enlists, he will be paid for every day he serves honorably. He will be paid for all his ... | |
| Severance Repayment | 7/11/2007 |
| Q: I have been speaking to a local recruiter about getting back into the military. I was med boarded ... A: Your severance pay would have to be repaid to the government before you could return into service. ... | |
| Want to be an Officer BUT..... | 7/10/2007 |
| Q: I want to be an officer and become a pilot but unfortunately my past has come back and haunt me. ... A: If your record is expunged, you have no record. That should be better than having a felony ... | |
| Want to be an Officer BUT..... | 7/10/2007 |
| Q: I want to be an officer and become a pilot but unfortunately my past has come back and haunt me. ... A: To adjudicate this situation, get your court record. You were arrested but never convicted. ... | |
| MEB | 7/9/2007 |
| Q: I originally injured my knee during a company function(ski trip)in 2001. The condition was bad but ... A: I understand your frustration. Asking for a medical evaluation board is difficult for someone ... | |
| Prior service thinking of reenlisting | 7/7/2007 |
| Q: I was an Army National Guard officer who was in the IRR and then resigned my commission. I am ... A: You should be able to get your commission reinstated if you resigned at the rank of Captain or ... | |
| Want to enlist in the military but I have a felony record. | 7/6/2007 |
| Q: I have attempted to enlist in the Marine Corps, however I was denied because when I was 18 I was ... A: A conviction of felony possession with intent to distribute is a disqualifying act as far as ... | |
| medical seperation pay | 7/5/2007 |
| Q: I am active duty E5 and I just had my second tibia osteotomy one for each knee. I have been ... A: If your condition was worsened by your military service, you should be compensated for the loss of ... | |
| i wanna join but.. | 7/4/2007 |
| Q: hi im chris im 18 have one more year left of high school and im interested in joing the marines or ... A: Depending on how your feet limit your ability to walk or run, you might be able to enlist with a ... | |
| hi cynthia | 6/28/2007 |
| Q: well cythina i really want to join the marine corps but i am concern that me being underweight they ... A: You meet the minimum height standards, so unless you very unmuscular, you should meet the height ... | |
| orthotics | 6/28/2007 |
| Q: I recently had orthotics made for my shoes to better cushion my feet. I told my USCG recruiter and ... A: You will not be able to enlist in any service until you get a waiver for your "severe pronation" of ... | |
| AFROTC medical waivers | 6/23/2007 |
| Q: I just learned that I have been disqualified from my AFROTC scholarship because I have a history of ... A: If your ROTC decision group sent your waiver forward automatically, then I believe they will give ... | |
| ets date | 6/23/2007 |
| Q: Its probably a no brainer but im confused when i read my contract..On my les my ets date is dated ... A: Since I cannot see your paperwork, I cannot give you a full answer. However, I can give you some ... | |
| single mom wants to go active | 6/22/2007 |
| Q: im prior service, now currently in the army NG. i have full custody of son, relationship is good ... A: I think the issue is you are trying to enlist active duty, rather than volunteer to go on an active ... | |
| Felony conviction while in the military? | 6/20/2007 |
| Q: There are so many articles on whether or not one is able to join the military after a felony ... A: If the felony is in military jurisdiction the service member will be tried at a courts martial. If ... | |
| ROTC - rehab | 6/18/2007 |
| Q: These questions are for a friend who would like to enlist in the Air Force. She is 23 yoa, ... A: I will take your questions in order and then add some comments. 1. Yes, she can join ROTC with ... | |
| Age cutoffs for USAF and/or US Army | 6/11/2007 |
| Q: I have already taken the AFOQT, scored at 250 [quant.] for areas needed for intelligence. I ... A: I do not know how the Air Force manages their enlistments, but the Army will still allow you to ... | |
| memeber to memeber | 6/9/2007 |
| Q: I actually have a question about getting married in the coast guard. Myself and my fiance are both ... A: You will both get BAH but at the single rate, not the "with dependants" rate. When you have ... | |
| clearance | 6/5/2007 |
| Q: I have recieved a notice of proposed action for financil reasons. I have cleared up all of my debts ... A: Yes, if you cleared up all your financial issues, and provided proof to your clearance investigator, ... | |
| discharge | 5/29/2007 |
| Q: i was wondering if i was in the air force and i got a general under honarale conditions discharge ... A: Art - Depending on your infraction, and what you have done to improve yourself since your general ... | |
| ROTC Cross Branch upon commissioning | 5/22/2007 |
| Q: I am about to receive my commission as a 2LT in the army. I am married to an NCO in the Coast Guard. ... A: Yes, changing branches is possible, but you must do it now before you accept your commission. It ... | |
| body armor | 5/16/2007 |
| Q: I recently became interested in designing a new form of body armor. The armor used by united States ... A: The materials used and the design of the body armor system work together to disperse the kinetic ... | |
| Enlisted or Officer | 5/15/2007 |
| Q: Today, I went down to the processing station in San Diego and got the experience of being processed. ... A: You will enter basic training as an E1, all trainees do, and you earn rank as you get rewarded for ... | |
| Enlisted Navy Reservist to Officer any branch | 5/13/2007 |
| Q: Bedell, Synopsis: I have a Master of Science in Leadership & trained and experience in a process ... A: You have done your research very well. You have outlined some options that sound like they would ... | |
| army / family | 5/7/2007 |
| Q: I don't know if this is a rumor or a story i heard a long time ago but I was wondering, If a family ... A: When the U.S. Army had a compulsory draft, families could ask for an exception if they had only one ... | |
| Rangers | 4/30/2007 |
| Q: Is it possible to join the Army Rangers with a GED and no college credits if you score very high on ... A: You can enlist the Army with a GED. Once you enlist, you can earn the opportunity to go to Ranger ... | |
| army enlistment | 4/13/2007 |
| Q: Cynthia Bedell-I recently tried to enlist in the army and was turned away for my criminal history. I ... A: Given the repeated and various nature of your crimes, the military will be very hesitant to waiver ... | |
| Army... | 3/27/2007 |
| Q: I was wondering if it is possible to join the Army or Marines with a GED. If it is possible, I would ... A: Your "sources" are wrong. The GED certifies that you have earned, on your own, the equivalent of a ... | |
| Army... | 3/27/2007 |
| Q: I was wondering if it is possible to join the Army or Marines with a GED. If it is possible, I would ... A: You can enlist in any of the services with a GED. However, a GED is only one factor the services ... | |
| DSN LIne | 3/13/2007 |
| Q: I'm a service member trying to call a DSN line in Korea. I read one of your answers stating I can't ... A: You can call DSN from another DSN phone. That is likely a landline, but a landline that connects to ... | |
| joining the army | 2/2/2007 |
| Q: I was really considering joining the military (not sure which branch but maybe the army) and I'm ... A: There are height and weight standards to join the Army and all services. After you join, the ... | |
| Joining the Military as an Officer | 1/31/2007 |
| Q: I am currently a 2nd year student in college and I've been thinking about joining the military for a ... A: Before you join the military, ask yourself if you are willing to give your life for your Soldiers ... | |
| ETS | 1/20/2007 |
| Q: I'm curretly overseas. I will ETS in May. How many days of TDY am I entitle to outprocess in the ... A: The number of days you get to travel and out-process when returning from overseas depends on many ... | |
| reserve commitment | 12/19/2006 |
| Q: I am interested in enlisting in the coast guard reserve while attending college. I understand that ... A: You can apply to transfer from the Coast Guard to the Marines, and enter onto active duty. If ... | |
| I need to know what classes I must take. | 12/15/2006 |
| Q: I am 14, almost in High school, and I am very interested in having a career in the Air Force. I ... A: Take the college preparation track in high school. Ensure you take your required math, science, and ... | |
| military injustice | 12/7/2006 |
| Q: Col. Bell I was commissioned as a second lt in 1981 spent time as reservist then went on ... A: Without seeing ALL your paperwork, including original enlistment papers and commissioning papers, ... | |
| marriage and promotion | 11/27/2006 |
| Q: My fiance is going to be going to go to Army boot camp in the next few months. He would like to go ... A: Your fiance will not be limited in his choices whether married or single, unless he has an ... | |
| Military Police | 11/15/2006 |
| Q: Hey. I usually don't ask complete strangers things like this, but you seem like to person most ... A: To become a military police corps member, you must be qualified to enlist in the Army. Those ... | |
| am i too old | 11/5/2006 |
| Q: I HAVE BEEN WONDERING IF I AM TOO OLD TO JOIN THE MILITARY. I DO NOT HAVE A COLLEGE DEGREE AND I ... A: You are not too old to join the military. Due to our current need for recruits, the maximum age to ... | |
| how should i go about trying to become a fighter pilot | 10/31/2006 |
| Q: I am a freshman in high school and find myself often daydreaming about flying mach 2.0 going through ... A: When you apply to the Air Force Academy, you should check the criteria they are using to qualify ... | |
| Army jobs least likely to be deployed. | 10/24/2006 |
| Q: I am a recently married male with one step child and twins on the way. I am eager to join the ... A: Although those jobs are LESS LIKELY to be deployed, all service member in any specialty can be ... | |
| how possible is it to become an army aviator | 10/13/2006 |
| Q: Ever since I joined the Army Reserve, I cant stop thinking about becoming an Army Aviator. Im ... A: There is no golden ticket to becoming an Army Aviator. However, you are on the right path. To get ... | |
| US Navy Aviator | 9/2/2006 |
| Q: Since I was a kid I've been in love with the idea of becoming a naval aviator in the US NAVY. I have ... A: At 29 years of age and with only an associates degree, you have two options: 1) enlist in one of the ... | |
| Relistment | 8/22/2006 |
| Q: My question is I was discharged with a other than honorable discharge with a RE-4. Is there a way, I ... A: An other than honorable discharge is difficult to overcome. Unless you can show it was an ... | |
| OCS - Commission Rank | 6/3/2006 |
| Q: I've been thinking about joining the Army. I'm primarily interested in Military Intellegence. I ... A: Unfortunately, Military Intelligence is not one of the Army's professional branches that can ... | |
| Anniversary Apart | 5/29/2006 |
| Q: My husband and I are dual-military... he's Airforce, and I'm Army. Right now he's in Germany and ... A: Katherine -- Can you get your mid-tour R&R leave and take a military hop to Germany? Then you can ... | |
| About the Coast Guard | 4/24/2006 |
| Q: Here are some questions I need the answers to. What is life like after boot camp? How long will I ... A: During your basic training phase, you will have little to no free time. Depending on what specialty ... | |
| 2/27/2006 | |
| Q: I HAVE A FRIEND IN THE NAVY, AND HE HAD SENT ME SOME PICTURES OF HIM FROM HIS MILITARY EMAIL. AND IM ... A: You should be able to email your friend, just by replying to his email. If he used a picture ... | |
| enlistment and reenlistment perks and available opportunities | 12/29/2005 |
| Q: Colonel Bedell, Is there a complete list of options ,opportunities and enticements for new enlistees ... A: I am afraid it is difficult to get a complete answer to that question. At any given time, not all ... | |
| Army or any Military in USA | 12/28/2005 |
| Q: I heard that they raised the age limit to join, I thought it was now 38 is the oldest you can be. Is ... A: They did raise the age limit for joining the military. If you have no prior service, you can be no ... | |
| ARMY, | 12/15/2005 |
| Q: I have a friend who is in the army, he was deployed to iraq in oct. When he left we had abit of a ... A: If you do not know the Soldier's unit, it becomes very difficult to reach them. If you know the ... | |
| marines | 11/29/2005 |
| Q: Is it compulsory to strip naked in some ritualistic homosexual real-time enactment and then be ... A: No -- What you describe is complete nonsense. If anyone tries to convince you a hazing ritual like ... | |
| Declining to test for promotion in the Air Force | 11/27/2005 |
| Q: I thought that this was an all services question site but the instructions say to ask questions ... A: Although this is a general military category, Air Force experts will know more about the Air Force ... | |
| Question | 11/9/2005 |
| Q: how are you going? My name is Christina and I live in Australia. Thank you for taking the time to ... A: Search and rescue is not my area of expertise. However, sometimes, powerful thermal imagers (heat ... | |
| highest level of education | 11/8/2005 |
| Q: Can you get your Associates degree and still be qualified for a commission in the U.S Army? A: Yes, you can earn an Army commission through Officer Candidate School (OCS) without a Bachelor's ... | |
| Is it possible that the government will .... | 11/4/2005 |
| Q: I have a bf who is a US military and has been serving the military for years now. The government ... A: Yes, depending on the type of unit, a military member could be assigned to a unit in Alabama, but ... | |
| I was recently arrested and... | 10/28/2005 |
| Q: I was recently arrested and i was woundering if i could still join the marines. I am only 17 and am ... A: Trevor -- You can join the service with a GED as long as you also pass the military aptitude ... | |
| receiving orders | 10/13/2005 |
| Q: i have a friend in the navy that has been at a naval base for 3 yrs in january what r the chances ... A: Angela -- Most services can move a service member after 24 months on station. However, any ... | |
| army | 10/11/2005 |
| Q: what do i have to do to get in to the army A: Generally, you must be a high school graduate and in good health with fair fitness to join the Army. ... | |
| pay | 9/28/2005 |
| Q: Does the navy pay for your rent if you live in an apartment? A: The answer to your question is "It all depends." If you are assigned to a ship, and unmarried, the ... | |
| DSN numbers | 9/26/2005 |
| Q: Yes, my question is about calling DSN numbers. I was wondering if I can call my friend overseas with ... A: Unfortunately DSN numbers can only be called by phones that have DSN access. DSN is a special ... | |
| three questions army | 9/9/2005 |
| Q: Are army soldiers allowed to leave the country on their leave like for example, go on spring break ... A: A Soldier may take leave outside the country, but the location must be on the leave form, and the ... | |
| EXPLANATION OF WORDS AND PHRASES TAKEN FROM THE BOOK "BORN TO FLY",by Michael French | 9/4/2005 |
| Q: Can you please explain the following words and phrases, taken from the book "BORN TO FLY,by Michael ... A: Not sure how you got the idea that I am an Air Force pilot. I am an Army officer and I do research ... | |
| Dependances | 6/24/2005 |
| Q: Cynthia,how does one help a widow from a death in Iraq? Some one that may have several children and ... A: All families of Soldiers who died in war should receive assistance from the military. The widow ... | |
| ROTC | 6/21/2005 |
| Q: What kind of highschool grades do you need in order to participate in college ROTC? A: Do you want to "participate" in college ROTC, or do you want to earn an ROTC scholarship? To ... | |
| Spec 5? | 6/14/2005 |
| Q: I talked to my mom about it and she siad that He was a Spec 5. Is that a Staff Sergeant Specialist ... A: In the "old" days, we had the technical specialist ranks (tech sergeants) and leadership ranks ... | |
| Tech 4? | 6/14/2005 |
| Q: Around about 1975 or 76, my Dad enlisted. He served with the 25th division (the electric ... A: You may wear the rank on a patch on your jacket to honor your Dad, However, the wearing of the rank ... | |
| army unit flash | 6/13/2005 |
| Q: need description or photo of flash worn by 16th special forces group, 1st special forces. time ... A: The 1st Special Forces Group flash and crest for the 1961-1969 era can be viewed at the following ... | |
| another question? | 5/24/2005 |
| Q: you gave some info. last time i wrote you thank you for that but now i want to ask you something , ... A: We are in Iraq because the Commander in Chief ordered us to be in Iraq. I believe we had strategic ... | |
| hi im going to the navy when... | 5/19/2005 |
| Q: on 2006 and i want to know that will i get the place i want to be station at cause i have a a wife ... A: As an Army officer I have limited information on the Navy's assignment process. You should work ... | |
| Physical Therapy in the Marines | 4/14/2005 |
| Q: Do the Marines offer the position of a Physical Therapist as one of their occupational specialties? ... A: I do not know if the Marines offer an physical therapist occupational specilaty. They often get ... | |
| Doctors | 4/1/2005 |
| Q: I understand that if you go to college and then the air force you will be a 2nd lieutenant. What ... A: If you enter the Army, Navy or Air Force with any degree (bachelor, master, doctorate) you will ... | |
| question | 3/19/2005 |
| Q: what do i have to do to switch to a different army national guard unit in a different state? how ... A: Unfortunately there is no predictable amount of time for changing your National Guard unit ... | |
| M1 tank history | 3/17/2005 |
| Q: My name is Jay and I need some information on the M1 tank history. can you please help me. Its for ... A: I am not a historian, nor did I have anything to do with the design or building of the M1 tank. You ... | |
| army pay and benefits | 3/15/2005 |
| Q: .. I have two years of college and I'm out of money for additional college at this time. I am ... A: As someone who is about halfway to a bachelor's degree, you have many options. First, you could ... | |
| military pay | 3/12/2005 |
| Q: My friend recently got a visit from a U.S army recruiter and he is now thinkig of enlisting. The ... A: Since I do not know your friend's skills, education, or other qualifications, I cannot directly ... | |
| Army Rangers | 2/17/2005 |
| Q: My student, Jake, is required to do an interview as part of his independent study project on Army ... A: I must caveat my answers by saying, I am not and never will be an Army Ranger as women are not ... | |
| Can you help me? (Project [Big project]) | 2/1/2005 |
| Q: I would like to know if you would like to be my primary source for my exhibition project? My topic ... A: Although I know some things about the M1 tank and its history, I am not an expert on the tank. You ... | |
| school project (can you help me) | 2/1/2005 |
| Q: i am doing a project on an army hilecopter named the UH-60l black hawk. (this is not home work) If ... A: I know a bit about the Blackhawk Helicopter, but I am not an expert on that system. You would be ... | |
| rank at time of discharge | 1/29/2005 |
| Q: very clearly explained. But since I was in the navy, I would appreciate it if you gave me the Navy ... A: The only answer I can give you, is that the highest rank you could have returned to service as would ... | |
| rank at time of discharge | 1/28/2005 |
| Q: If you either enlisted or were drafted during World war 11 and eventually received the rank of ... A: This is actually a fairly complex question. Whether you kept your war time rank after World War 2 ... | |
| careers in military | 1/27/2005 |
| Q: I am thinking about going into the military when I graduate. What kind of things can I do in high ... A: The best way to be ready for the military, is to be well rounded. Try to study science, math, ... | |
| Military Rank | 12/1/2004 |
| Q: I had a relative that was the highest ranking officer that was killed in WW II. His name was Simon ... A: According to the rolls, Simon Bolivar Buckner, Jr, died on Okinawa (1945 June 18). He is carried on ... | |
| domestic parnership | 11/20/2004 |
| Q: does the military recognice domestice partnership? if it does not let you reapond to my above e mail ... A: The US Military Services only recognize state sanctioned unions between men and women. The "don't ... | |
| email link to troops | 11/20/2004 |
| Q: I am a "mother of one" now in the army and am trying to locate an address to which I can send emails ... A: Operation DearAbby.net is a clearing house site to help coordinate email messages to Soldiers, ... | |
| Army: What States? | 11/7/2004 |
| Q: I have looked everywhere and i cannot find which states the soldiers in the U.S. Armed Forces come ... A: The Army has Soldiers from every state and from its associated territories, too. We also have ... | |
| thank you | 10/29/2004 |
| Q: good eve.mam,i have no question but as a retired soldier infantry.i felt the urge to say something i ... A: You and your contemporaries left a free country for us to defend. Now it is our turn. Plenty of ... | |
| Army Benefits | 10/20/2004 |
| Q: Given all the benefits, is army pay better than civilian pay? A: This is a very difficult question to answer, and depends on education, experience, part of the ... | |
| i need some info regarding marriage | 10/6/2004 |
| Q: My fiance is currently at boot camp. He graduates the 10th of December. Our wedding is the 18th of ... A: You generally will not be able to join your husband until he completes his advanced individual ... | |
| Shy but want to be Army Warrant Officer Aviation | 9/27/2004 |
| Q: I'm quite a shy guy ( but shy does not mean ineffective ). I'm focussed and diligent and would ... A: Many shy cadets go to West Point and become effective leaders. Loud arrogance does not equate to ... | |
| Hi, I have a very silly... | 8/31/2004 |
| Q: I have a very silly question and you MAY not be able to help but do you know what this means? Name ... A: The Soldier you received information on was Staff Sergeant William Michael Storms. He was in the ... | |
| Army 2nd Lt | 7/15/2004 |
| Q: I need your help calming down a few myths about 2nd LT. As a Senior ROTC Cadet, I've been told that ... A: As a commissioned officer, you outrank all warrant officers and all enlisted Soldiers including ... | |
| army maintenance company | 7/8/2004 |
| Q: Cynthia, Can you tell me about the command structure in a typical army maintenance company. Is it ... A: All companies in the Army are made up of squads, platoons, and a headquarters section. There are ... | |
| BRANCH | 5/23/2004 |
| Q: IS IT POSSIBLE TO SWITCH FROM ACTIVE NAVY TO ACTIVE ARMY? A: Yes, it is possible to transfer branches of service. The application process is detailed. You will ... | |
| what does TECH 5 stand for... | 5/1/2004 |
| Q: what does TECH 5 stand for in the army? Thank You A: That is an old rank. It stands for "Technical Sergeant 5" or the non-combat version of a sergeant ... | |
| career | 4/4/2004 |
| Q: I was wondering if there is ever a way to become a part of the military life after the age of 33? I ... A: The best thing to do is see a recruiter. Once upon a time you could not become an officer, if you ... | |
| E-4 Specialist question | 2/29/2004 |
| Q: is it possible to be promoted to Specialist during basic or AIT? thanks A: It is possible to graduate from AIT and be promoted to specialist. Your enlistment papers have to ... | |
| Rank | 1/12/2004 |
| Q: Ann and I have a neighbor who is a retired Lieutenant Colonel(Army). Can you explain the ranks and ... A: I noticed on your feedback that you appeared to have another question. Unfortunately we only get a ... | |
| Current Army Strength / Population | 11/30/2003 |
| Q: I have been all over the internet and can't seem to find a good number (even in the ballpark) of ... A: The Congressional Record shows the legal limit to the number of active duty service members. The ... | |
| US Army units | 11/24/2003 |
| Q: Colonel - As part of a term paper I am doing for one of my courses, I am looking for the different ... A: Part of the problem may be that once you leave the theory of unit structure behind, each unit is ... | |
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I am the Commander of the Surface Communications and Support Systems, contract management office. I am currently an active duty Colonel.
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I have bachelors and masters degrees in Engineering. I also hold a patent for a new way to process composite materials into complex shapes.
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