I am 15. I have a 3.5 GPA and my family is in the upper middle class.I think I can at least get into collage so I am not worried about that. I don't wanna join just to shoot guns and blow stuff up. Is it too early to even think about joining? When do you know that you want to join and if you have how old were you and what where your reasons?
2007-12-05 13:15:45 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Military
i cant think of a reason why a person can ever be too young to begin planning for their future. if you do join then you are a true patriot and i admire you for that!
2007-12-05 13:18:41 · answer #1 · answered by negaduck 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I joined the ARMY just before I turned 19. I did it because I wanted a good career in life and figured it is either go to college or get experience somehow. I knew I didn't want to go to school for 4 more years so I decided to get experience. What better way to get experience in in a good career field and get paid for it? Anyways I did 5 years and am now out. I have a good job and make good money. If I had to go back and make the same decision again the only ting that I would do different is I would have joined the Air Force instead on the ARMY. I am proud to have been a soldier don't get me wrong, but the Air Force takes better care of their people I think. Anyways you have a bit of time to make your decision so I wouldn't worry about it to much. I will say that the military is a good thing and it does build character. I think if you're up for it, it's an honorable thing to do and don't let anyone else make you think otherwise. Whatever you do decide I wish you luck.
2007-12-05 13:27:10 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are an honorable young man to consider enlisting in the armed forces. Consider Junior ROTC if your school offers it.
I think that kids who do JROTC who enlist after graduation get in at a slightly higher rank than other enlistees.
There is NOTHING WRONG with enlisting after graduation.
Although all recruits have firearm and weapon training, not all MOSs are "grunt" work. A bright guy like you would do well in high tech work.
In fact there is a shortage of young men and women from the upper socio economic groups in the military! Read the book by Frank Schaeffer about this problem.
AWOL: The Unexcused Absence of America's Upper Classes from Military Service -- and How It Hurts Our Country (Paperback)
by Kathy Roth-douquet (Author), Frank Schaeffer (Author)
# ISBN-10: 0060888601
# ISBN-13: 978-0060888602
2007-12-05 13:19:36 · answer #3 · answered by WhatAmI? 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's never too early to think about the rest of your life. My husband knew in Junior High he wanted to join the military and worked from that day on. He joined the Air Force.
Our suggestion to you would be to join ROTC in high school as that will give you an idea of what the military is about. With the ROTC, you can also participate in the ROTC in college and often times they will pay for your college to help you get your bachelors degree. Then, when you go into the military, you will go in as an officer. As far as what branch, it would be a good idea to start doing some research on each branch now to find out what they have to offer, what types of jobs are available in that branch, etc. Be VERY careful when talking to recruiters, as they will try and sell you on their branch of the military and sometimes will not be totally honest with you.
There are a LOT of jobs you can do in the military that do not involve shooting at people, or being shot at. To name a few... logistics, linguistics, support and supply, etc.
The links below list each branch of the military with a brief overview of each, and ways to contact them. Also, the second link provides information on military careers.
Good luck in finding the career that is what you envision for yourself and may you find it as fulfilling as you hope. :)
2007-12-05 13:27:50 · answer #4 · answered by MT 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, 15 is a tad bit early. You have to be 18 nowadays. I was 20 when i joined, and i joined because i was bored..not the best reason, yes, but a reason just the same. wait for another 2 years, then decide if the military is right for you.
2007-12-05 13:18:45 · answer #5 · answered by slim_patches1979 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I don't remember a time that I didn't want to be in the Army.
I met with the recruiters when I was 16 and enlisted into the National Guard 5 days after my 17th birthday.
Now I'm Regular Army with a Masters degree and 2 combat tours with one on the way.
2007-12-05 13:27:18 · answer #6 · answered by MP US Army 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
ok so first of all the best route to join the military is going to college doing rotc of whatever branch...in the college...and then going into the military...1 the military pays for your education...2...you become an officer...3...better pay!!....no its not too early...think about going into a designated college...like for the air force...air force academy...navy-anapolis....arm- west point academy...i started thinking about the military when i was fourteen...its really hard to get into an academy...keep your gpa's high....keep physically active...they like the two varsity sports thing...they like asb...they like you to show leadership and stuff...through things... i have always wanted to be a pilot and i love being on the edge so i figured the air force would be perfect for me...i love the pride of being in the military to wear the uniform feels great...and i love the action of being a fighter pilot flying f-22 and all the high tech things...you get to travel and do many things...its just amazing...try researching each branch to see what you want to do.
2007-12-05 13:22:47 · answer #7 · answered by Riley 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Your still young and there is a war going on that will probaly last a little longer and if you join during it and die think about your family and people who care about you I wouldnt think about joining the military unless you really need money for college which in you case you dont so I would say you shouldnt think about it. But its your choice.
Serve Your country or No.
2007-12-05 13:19:31 · answer #8 · answered by chococrazy1 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
i will understand the attraction of militia provider. as quickly as I visited Iran final summer season, my cousin advised me of his reviews interior the militia. My relatives is initially from Ardabil, yet he replaced into stationed all the excess of at Zahedan. He rather did make it sound captivating by potential of describing all the exciting moments he had with the pals he made, and that how militia provider common makes a guy out of you. evaluate this, although. He did not end college, and as a consequence, that replaced into his in basic terms determination. even with all the solid circumstances he has had, he additionally pronounced the tiring, menial projects he replaced into subjected to mutually as on the backside. the factor is, is which you would be able to consistently do your militia provider as quickly as you end your coaching at a school. That way, not in basic terms are you able to experience what militia existence is like, yet you additionally can initiate out as an enhanced rank as a consequence of the degree you have earned.
2016-12-17 08:36:27 · answer #9 · answered by vallee 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ive wanted to be a marine since like 6th grade and as soon i was 17 i joined. its never too early to think about stuff like that, its actually better in my opinion cause u have more time to think about it, theres no way to say when u feel like joining, u have to want to join,
anyway i joined cause i hate school and sitting behind a desk isnt my thing,i need to be active, and ive wanted to be a marine for the longest time, glad i signed and i cant wait for boot camp
2007-12-05 13:28:15 · answer #10 · answered by slayter19 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋