armed force members(officers), please help(ROTC)?

Question

Hi, I am a marine reservist and I have questions about becomming a commissioned officer.. I know there are many different ways to become an officer, but I don't know which one would be the best choice. First of all, I don't really wanna go through PLC or OCS because I already went through 13 weeks of marine boot camp(hell)...So, I'm thinking about doing ROTC, because I'm going to attend college this winter(freshmen) anyway. I'm going to follow pre-med path and my goal is to have career in health care field.Then,which armed force ROTC will be best for my plan? I need money for college and I prefer a branch that would give most benefits toward my education. Also, If I do ROTC in college, would it take away lot of time? How difficult is it to graduate? What kind of benefits will I get? Is it possible to do ROTC in 3yrs? Should I become a doctor first then join as an officer? Any advices for alternate ways to become officer?

Sorry about asking too much...

Answer 1

I would recommend going into Army ROTC - you can start in the MS III program with a copy of your DD 214 at which time you would be considered as a contracted cadet (once paper work is signed etc...) and receive the monthly stipend. Most MS classes are three hours a week plus a lab (you do get college credit - usually PE or Business).

You will have a summer camp next year at Fort Lewis (6 weeks? - its easy). However, you won't get commissioned until you complete your BS degree (that's the law).

However, if you are close to a Reserve Component unit (USAR/ARNG) you maybe able to transfer in as Simulataneous Membership Program (SMP) and get drill pay.

Your call and good luck.

Answer 2

Apply for a direct commission as an officer in the Armed Forces in order to become a regular officer but you will definitely undergo training.

Answer 3

Oke