I am the first in my family to go to college. My mom died when I was 15 of kidney failure.
2006-12-08 02:39:26 · 7 answers · asked by ArmyThinker/college 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
I think the military is a good opportunity. I spent 4 years in the Navy as a corpsman and received a lot of good training that was transferable to the civilian population. I don't know what all military groups offer but I would consider joining based on who offers jobs in what you intend to pursue This will give you hands on experience while working toward a degree. Of course if you're not sure what you'd like to do try to choose something that you can get something out of it. Don't believe everything the recruiter tells you and don't be afraid to ask questions. You may want a specific training but it may not be available. Many will tell you to go ahead and join and you can pick it up later. That is not always, as a matter of fact rarely true. Go for what you want and get it in writing. Pros - Job security, hands on experience, college assistance, place to live and grow while developing independance, a big plus to have military background when job hunting. Cons - Away from home, money's not great but if that's not your purpose they provide everything for you, really I can't think of too many cons. research all of the military for what you want and what they have to offer toward college, how much time you will have to commit to get those benefits and try to choose a job that you will enjoy. I've known some guys who would join the military and not give a lot of thought to just just because they wanted to get out of the house. They ended up being ground pounders and doing a lot of grunt work.
2006-12-08 02:58:15 · answer #1 · answered by father of 4 husband of 1 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pros: You might nonetheless keep within the state you wish to be in. The governor is over you, then federal. You are facet time, however would possibly get the hazard to have an entire enjoy (ie battle time). Smaller agencies, would understand extra of the individuals. The signal on bonuses are excellent. Can support do plenty of well neighborhood provider. Cons: You are ruled through the state. Have to support with neighborhood matters, whilst you would alternatively do different stuff... The stigma of being a facet time warrior (And nicknamed "Nasty Guard". Might now not get the identical possibilities to develop, extra of the well ol' boy process...
2016-09-03 10:22:26 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not sure if this is what you are looking for but, you can go to usajobs.com for federal employment and apply to the national guard as a civilian. Many of their employment opportunities offer the jobs to civilians but then it is a requirement to join the guard also. So, you figure, a job, college opp, and the guard all wrapped into one. Not a bad gig really. Good luck.
2006-12-08 04:27:12 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is a very Wrong reason to sign up and you should consider alternate ways of making money or paying for the college.
There are always student loans to rely upon if nothing works out.
I am not against enlisting but in your case enlisting is wrong.
You might be shipped out to fight a war where you can loose your life. Ask yourself is it worth it.
2006-12-08 02:45:39 · answer #4 · answered by bhaiyagi 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Not all of your college is paid for. They only help. Thats how they con people into joining.
2006-12-08 02:58:39 · answer #5 · answered by ♥Brown Eyed Girl ♥ 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Con: You could die.
Pro: College tuition is paid for.
2006-12-08 02:55:55 · answer #6 · answered by amy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
don't do it trust me i almost did that and believe me i'm glad i didn't there are alot of other options and if you sign up you will no longer have freedom of choice you become property
2006-12-08 02:48:18 · answer #7 · answered by marion r 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋