For starters, i did 4 yrs in active duty AF as enlisted but currently in the reserves; I'm gonna take the AFOQT next month and just wanted to know (from those who've been there already) how long does it take to actually sign the contract (and get payed) to go into active duty? I understand that i have to be a cadet in ROTC and at some time in my education i'd have to go to an officer BMT for a few weeks. Would doubling up on classes be recommended or is the accademic burden too heavy to take if i was to double up? Especially if i work to pay for living expenses? In a nutshell, my missing of active duty has turned into a longing and I don't wanna play any games. Any advice would help but preferably from those who've been there and done that.
2007-09-19 16:54:16 · 3 answers · asked by chuck d 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
Once you are qualified to go on contract you should be able to sign up right away, but that may vary from one detachment to another.
You will have to pass the AFOQT, a physical, and usually also a board to be selected for the contract program. I am assuming you have not taken the basic ROTC program (the first two years, not on contract) and will go directly into the contract program. There are advantages and disadvantages both ways.
The first priority should be to complete your college education. Visit with the AFROTC detachment at your school and ask what they recommend.
I would not recommend doubling up on your classes unless you are an academic superstar. Once you are selected to go on contract you will most likely have to be discharged from the selected Reserve.
I joined the Air National Guard while a freshman in college. I was in almost three years and completed the basic ROTC program. Then I was able to move on to the contract program and earn my commission.
This is a good avenue to a commission, but I will warn you to be patient. It is not going to happen overnight. You will need to make good grades and demonstrate leadership while you are in the program. This shouldn't be a problem for you if you have been on active duty.
My service consisted of three years in the ANG, a few years in the Reserve as I earned my commission, ten years on active duty, and 18 years as an active Reserve officer.
I retired as a lieutenant colonel and have a very nice monthly retirement check and benefits from my service. I highly recommend the Air Force and wish you every success.
But do be patient and ask your ROTC detachment as many questions as you can think of. They'll be happy to advise you and help you every way they can.
2007-09-19 17:41:58 · answer #1 · answered by Warren D 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-19 04:16:36 · answer #2 · answered by ammon 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2007-09-19 17:03:47 · answer #3 · answered by Fire's Shaddow 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋