I am most concerned with finishing my degree and perhaps attaining a masters as well. I have been told every good thing that will happen in the Navy from my recruiter. Now I want some other input from people that have been through the Navy that can give me some idea of what it is actually like to serve. I am also concerned with the situation we have going in Iraq and how I will be effected by it while serving in the Navy. Please help with any advice you may have.
2007-10-16 18:31:36 · 8 answers · asked by justwhat21 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
If you can, finish your degree and get your masters by yourself. You are in good shape if you go in already qualified for whatever job you are after.
Don't believe anything a recruiter will tell you. Take it all with a 50lb bag of salt.
The military is great, but the recruiters are just blowing sunshine up your ***. Get EVERYTHING in writing.
2007-10-16 18:37:16 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'll give you the best advice you're going to get.
If school is a priority then go to school and forget about the navy. It's true that you could possibly have some opportunities to attend school while on active duty, but don't count on it. Your job in the navy will come first every time. When ever there is a conflict between the navy and school your education will be the loser.
If you would like to travel all over the world while working, working hard, and come out of it 4 years later with a good chunk of money for school then I highly recommend the navy. If you're lucky you might pick up a few college courses, but don't count on it.
2007-10-16 20:37:21 · answer #2 · answered by Yak Rider 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
getting an education while on AD is doable, but hard. you will not be allowed to pursue it while in Boot Camp A and C schools. when you hit the Fleet, it depends on the OPTEMPO of your Command, with shore duty giving you a more stable environment to plan out taking classes(unless you are DIRSUP)
You will be able to take one class at a time, don't figure on getting out of duty days just because you have a class or a test. You have to ask permission before you can take classes, and some commands will not allow it until you have become Qual'd in your Division. How fast that happens is on you. You also have Tuition Assistance that pays for 16 credits a year, CLEP and other resources to attain credit. each base has an education center than can help you get to where you are going.
Depending on your rating, you could find yourself boots on the ground in the sandbox. Otherwise, you can also expect to do at least one six month deployment in the area. Navy also has the highest number of IAs: individuals who are assigned to deployed units, typically Army to augment thier strength.
2007-10-17 01:29:55 · answer #3 · answered by Mrsjvb 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it is very patriotic that anyone would want to serve and die for your country. I also think it's a great way to get an education. However, if it is the latter that motivates your decision, you should explore other alternatives before you go to do service and be involved in a war you may not really want to be a part of. Unless, of course you think your being there is part of the solution. Personally, I don't believe that your presence or anyone else's will make a difference in this war. I recommend that you go to college and work part time, at least for a semester before you committ to something much much more serious.
2007-10-16 18:44:37 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My husband retired as a Navy Captain. He was a pilot.
He loved it.....
It all depends on the field you want to go in, but I must say...
The Navy, especially as an officer, you should find rewarding
and also enjoy.
I would not sign up now....no way.......even if the recruiter said, he would give you the world. Too risky.
Why not do like our sons did.....they got their degree, and went right for their Master after that. Once you get your degree, get a job in that field, it is so hard to get the time
for your Master's. Do it all at one shot.....
Yes, again if you decide to join LATER....The Navy is the way to go. Become a pilot too.
Congratulations to you in pursuit of education.
2007-10-16 18:49:08 · answer #5 · answered by Eve 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If I were you I finish my degree first (BS or BA) THEN join as an officer...! later you can go for your Masters using the GI bill.
2007-10-16 18:37:41 · answer #6 · answered by Krytox1a 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i will say one thing,.....while in the navy i learned how to work,.....i was in the Marine Corps before i joined the Navy,.....but the real work ethic came from the Navy,.....
2007-10-16 18:37:44 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
read every word in this website and follow every link to absorb what it has to offer:
http://www.navy.mil/swf/index.asp
also, to get all the gossip and reports visit:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_Navy
good luck mate!
2007-10-16 18:46:00 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋