I've been thinking about joining the marines as an officer. I did some research and came across a program called PLC. The program allows college students to attended a 10 week boot camp, according to several websites, signing up for PLC does not obligate a person to the military. Has anyone done PLC, and decided to not except a commission? What is PLC like? Can I really sign up for PLC without committing to the marines?
2007-01-29 11:33:45 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Military
Just to expand on your question. The PLC is the officer "version" of boot camp. It is different in that it places the stress on the individual and not the unit. Summer session are one 10 week period for Juniors, or two six week periods for Sophomores. In PLC the Corps is not under any obligation to commission you. That said, if you are there, they will have you. Any financial aid received brings an obligation of active duty. (refusal of commissioning, after receipt of financial aid brings forth enlisted active duty service.) Active service obligation is occurred on all contracts, with different lengths being assigned to various jobs. For correct information, be sure this is what you want, and contact your local OSO.
2007-01-29 12:27:19 · answer #1 · answered by Stranggore 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just make damn sure you get every thing in writing before you sign anything. And it will be a good idea to have your lawyer look it over for any loops holes or else you will end up a rank-***-ed Private and grunt in Paris Island.
Never trust a recruiter (ANY BRANCH) They are all crooked as used car salesmen.
2007-01-29 19:45:12 · answer #2 · answered by JUAN FRAN$$$ 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋