I'm thinking about joining the military (navy, because its easiest and air force waiting list is too long)....

Question

Let me know your opinion about this, I just quit my job and need money because school is starting soon and I dont have the money and wont unless someone else pays for it (yeah right). If i sign up for navy, will they help me out with my finances? Also, what r ur thoughts on the whole idea of joining. Is it worth it in the long run? What r some of the benefits that I will get out of it? THanks in advance!!

Answer 1

I had a friend who was in a similar situation as yours, except not only did he not have enough cash for school, but his parents kicked him out of the house and he had to live in a pool shed. A navy recruiter called him up and fed him all this bullsh*t. He joined and two years later he got on a japanese fishing boat and went AWOL. It sucks. Just get a loan and a part-time job.

Answer 2

I have a uncle who join the navy at the age of 18, and retired i believe in the early 90s and is now in his late 50s his nephew who happens to be my cousin told him that he also was going to join the navy and is response to him was that he was better off going into the Air Force because in the navy you spent too much time on the ship and that the Air Force pays more money and that exactly what he did he join the Air force, about what are my thoughts about you joining the military well it sounds like you want to join for the right reason, on your question if is worth it in the long run only you could answer that question life is what you make of it if you decide to go into the military with a positive altitude creating good causes you will get back good effects but if you go with a negative altitude creating bad causes you are going to get back bad effects, your question on what what some of the benefits that you will get out of it that is something that you are going have to talk to your recruiter about, but don't just take his word for it also do your homework by doing research on the matter cause he might just be telling you what he wants you to hear so that he could make a commission of you. Good Luck

Answer 3

i just got out of the navy after serving 9 yrs.

Heres my best advice. If you consider it, join the Navy reserves. They have programs that pay for college as well . Joining the navy isnt the easiest branch to join(air force) , but it is the most adventurous.
Should you decide to go the active duty road, expect long days, and little to no sleep. As far as it being worth it, Id say so, many of my ex shipmates in your situatuion end up re-enlisting and finishing there school while there in the navy. Rare is the number that acutally get out aftr theyve gotten there money

The benefits are there, dont get me wrong, but if I had to do all over again, i'd have join the air force. Ask the recruiter for information About the reserves. tell them you want a job in that is transferrable to the civillian world, and dont settle for a job entitled DeckSeaman, BotwainMate.ATD Or Basic Semanship.. those are all the same and require no thought, . Youre out in the hat all day, and youre covered in paint

Answer 4

If you like being at sea for long periods of time, the Navy is for you!

The Air force is a no-questions-asked winner.

The army is third class in comforts compared to the Air Force.

Just visit the two bases and the difference is eye stopping. You might say that the army sleeps in huts and the air force sleeps in vacation homes by comparison.

ALL services support your reason for wanting to go!

All medical, dental is cared for. You can continue University, will receive government university support when your tour of duty is up. The pay is GOOD! Being stationed in Europe is the same as walking back into real, living history! Many little towns have streets that are older than our country!

One thing is for sure, your values will change - for the positive.
Your shoulder will be come straighter, your vision will become wider. If you use your money to start your investments, instead of buying a new car, you will be well on your way to becoming financially independent.

You will meet a lot of really nice females! Your task will be to not marry until you are over 30, even worse, do not marry listing to your little head, you have to keep the big one in gear!

24 Years RET LOW

Answer 5

I will tell you this; I was in the Navy for 8.5 years. I am 40. If I had it to do over again, I would have still joined the Navy and stayed in for the 20 years. I liked the Navy. They had plenty of jobs that would serve you well on the outside, and the training was excellent. I am sure the other services are good in their own right, but I feel the Navy is above them in most areas. Plus, you will see very little ground action, of course.

The benefits? Are the same in all of them, maybe a few variations. It is in some ways easier to make rank. Free room and board in some cases, true when stationed on a ship. Plus, you get to see a lot of cool places overseas. It has it's advantages, and disadvantages, like inspections, but just keep your head on straight, and take things a little more seriously and you will have fun. The best time of my life and friends, as well was when I was in the Navy.

Do I recommend it? Nowadays? YES!!! And stay in!!!!!

Answer 6

Well I've been out about 8 years and my husband is still in. I think it's a good idea as long as you continue or work in your career field. Look at the your long term goals. Don't just go in looking for a quick fix. Depending upon you rate(job) you may be away from family for months at a time working long hours, or you may have a job that allow you to go to school, live at home and get paid just for being in the Navy. Pay sucks for the first year or so depending on your location, but you could be offer a bonus that may help you out with current bills, again that depends on you rate(job). To tell you the truth I enjoyed my time in the Navy, and if I didn't have a family I'll still be in while going to school.

Answer 7

Do it because you want to, not because you feel it's an easy way out. It's not an easy way out.
That being said, the navy will help you immensely with your finances...steady paychecks, three squares, housing paid for (even if sometimes your housing is a ship bunk), free medical, free dental, free life insurance, the GI Bill for education--discounts all over the place; tax free shopping at the exchange and commissary, discounts with military friendly businesses, veteran's assistance with homebuying, cost of living allowance, overseas pay, sea pay, combat zone pay....services that you'd pay an arm and a leg for elsewhere--family and member counseling, legal advice, smoking cessation, earning your GED, testing out of college classes through the CLEP and DANTES programs...on and on....
Ya, it's a very financially sound venture. I got into it a long time ago for the same reason as you are, and I wound up really loving it--I came back after my first enlistment because I loved my service and my nation, not for educational benefits (I have since earned my BA due in large part--but not in entirety--to the Navy). It's a good life--but it's not easy. And the single most important advice I can give you: DON'T GET MARRIED IN YOUR FIRST ENLISTMENT. There's a common saying that you need good evals and at least one divorce to make Chief...don't fall into that trap.
And don't base your decision on the advice of haters who know nothing of what they speak.... (hippiechick)

Answer 8

I was in the Army for 15 years...for about the same reason, they offered the G.I.Bill which helped pay my way through college. Once I got out, not only did I have my education paid for but the experience that the military gave me was most valuable. Not to mention the life experiences and travel that you have in the military that you may not have in civilian life.

I've always told my son that if he should decide to join the military that he should either go Navy or Air Force. Navy is definately a good choice. God speed on your decision.

As for the detailed info about what the Navy will offer you, sit down with a recruiter and talk about your wants, needs and what they have to offer you.

Answer 9

Even if there is a waiting list to get into the Air Force - Do wait if it is at all possible. The quality of life between the Air Force (very good) and the Navy (very bad) cannot be compared. Conditions in the Navy cannot be compared to what you find in the Air Force. Promotion opportunities, work conditions, assignments etc. are all better in the Air Force. The Air Force offers many career fields that you can carry over into civilian life.

Answer 10

The Navy isn't easiest. In fact, right now they are extremely picky about who they let in, as well as the Air Force, because they are overmanned.

As far as finances.. no, the Navy(or anyone else for that matter) won't 'help' with them. they will pay you a salary and it's up to you topay your bills on time. you MAY( and I stress MAY) be eligible for a sign on bonus, BUT you won't see a dime of it until you graduate your A school, which could be months or longer.

If you are only looking to join for the bennies, than you are joining for the wrong reasons. It's not about what the military can give you, it's what YOU can give them that would make them feel like spending thousands of dollars training you.

Answer 11

Too many people think joining the military for college is an easy way to go to school... It isn't. Be prepared to work harder than you ever have in your life. I have friends in the marines, the army, and the navy. If you want to SERVE your country, then do it. Don't do it just because of school, you could be required to give your life and you really need to think if you are willing to do that.

My friends in the military feel the same about it as people in any company: some things they hate, somethings they love. If you decide to do it... and survive... you will be part of a brotherhood and be able to take pride in having truly dedicated yourself to something greater than yourself.

Think well on what military service really is. Good luck with whatever you decide.