I'm a civilian and I'm losing weight and getting in shape to apply for the next OTS non-rated board. I want a fulfilling career experience and I want to serve my country. Thanks so much for this video! God bless you both, and thank you for your service!
@@airforceofficerpodcast well, I found out that I'm gonna have to wait another year before I can apply for the board, but that's another story lol. I'm nervous because I know that the boards are super selective and super competitive. I don't have a STEM degree or a background in Healthcare, but I do have my MPA in Public Administration.
@@flutelover1913 honestly you should enlist and then become officer because you’re likely not going to be accepted as a civilian when everyone applying has degrees however a lot of applications have the degree AND prior service which obviously means a lot
I appreciate you trying to help, but it almost sounds as if you’re saying people who have a degree are too good to be enlisted. The process for joining as an officer is a long process, and not guaranteed at all. They are also only taking the best of the best. There’s people who have graduated college and cannot find employment, especially within the field they got their degree. To tell them to respect themselves and not seek a credible career opportunity is not really helpful. I know you meant this with good intentions, but there’s too many unemployed college graduates who can use a job right now.
@@Jodywithawhy You make good points here. Of course no offense meant here. By "respecting yourself" statement I meant that each and every person ought to reach higher to give themselves the best possible chance in life. The requirement of a Bachelor's degree to become an officer is there for a reason: it is the bare minimum to be a US military officer. If you have this degree, after the 4 grueling years of study, after the student debt, you owe it to yourself to strive towards the officer pathway which, by its nature will give you bigger rewards in pay and respect and even safety. By joining in the enlisted ranks with a Bachelor's degree you are essentially neglecting this major advantage that you have over other people who are without a Bachelor's degree. You are ignoring your own sacrifices to obtain this highly-valuable degree by settling for less as an enlisted guy. Getting a commission is harder than getting enlisted for sure. But its not significantly harder. I have seen pilots with an almost useless Bachelors degree in communications working for the Navy. Keep striving and don't settle for less inside or outside the USAF!
@@airforceofficerpodcast Why is this? Is it for the institutional experience which the COs might lack as they are often detached from the practical field of battle?
Thank you for this video. Very useful and it comes at a good time, even though I'm watching it a little late. Surprised I didn't see this video sooner.
Great info, Thank you! I'm a freshman in college, and my goal is to join the USAF afterward. I'm currently pursuing a BA in Mechanical Engineering. I was a bit lost with info, but your video clarified a lot. Thank you
@@RyanJander then i highly recommend you consider going to USAFA or AFROTC. you have a much better chance of becoming an officer that way over going to OTS.
I hear you. That’s wild you found me on here. Lol. Well aye bro, if there’s anyway I can help lemme know. I actually did a vid with one of my friends who just switched from enlisted to officer. I can get you in touch with him too if you want. He’s very knowledgeable.
Can you do a video about tech officer? I’m a electrical engineer with a master too and trying to get info on this and not so much , specifically if I can Direct Commission in the air National guard. Greatly appreciated!!!
Hello! I’m interested into becoming a Health administration’s officer . I have my Bachelors and my GPA is roughly a 3.4 (2017) . I’ve been working in my field for about 3 years now. What are the chances of getting chosen if you don’t do as well on the GRE? Is the major factor the GRE test when you apply ?
I would love to help, but this is out of my scope of knowledge. My biggest recommendation would be to talk with a health professions recruiter. If you don’t know how to find one, you can download the aim high app. You can continue as a guest, and when you get inside the app, there’s three dashes on the bottom right. Click on that and you will see find a recruiter. There it will ask if you’re health professions, select yes and then put in the zip code you’re located. That will show you your nearest HP recruiter. Good luck.
You would reach out to the Air Force reserve recruiter, and let them know you’re interested in becoming an officer. They’ll take care of the rest. If you’re looking for a reserve recruiter, you can download the aim high app. You can continue as a guest, and once you’re in there’s three dashes in the bottom right corner. Click on those. Once there, you’ll see find a recruiter. Click on that. Input your zip code and the fact you’re education level. Then it will find a recruiter for you. Good luck.
@@Jodywithawhy Perfect, thank you! You’re the best. I was just interested in hearing the benefits and tuition assistance they offer for health professionals, location for bases, reserve vs active duty, and any other good questions you can think of. Thank you so much! Happy Holidays
I was told by my recruiter that the air force is not taking packages for non rated non technical Officer in all of fy21 and to contact them in fy22. Crazy.
@@airforceofficerpodcast Will the ROTC pay for the degree? The foal is too go in as an Officers after BA and us TA and GI to pay for Masters. At this time to go into more debt myself is not doable.
Civilian here with a bachelors in Computer science. I’m 30 right now. I’m currently in DEP and I’m hoping I a cyber related job as enlisted. But I can’t help but think about whether I should become an officer or if it’s just to difficult at this time. What do you guy think would be my chances of becoming an officer and if it’s still possible, how can I try while in DEP
You can speak with your recruiter about getting in touch with an officer recruiter. If you’re trying to do it, I would recommend you have a three way call with both recruiters. If the officer recruiter could use you, they’ll say the can, and if they couldn’t most likely they’ll say stay on your enlisted path for now. After you join, you can apply for becoming an officer after 1 year.
so long as everything else is good to go (resume, medical, AFOQT, etc) having a degree in computer science greatly increases your chances of being selected. i’d say go for it if being an officer is what you truly want.
Hello, as someone who just applied for commissioning (SLECP-O) and an enlisted member of the Air Force, I would like a reason as to why the Air Force selects 70/30 civilian to AD for OTS. I never recommend people enlisting first and try to commission later just because of what OTS actually is; a place filler. I always recommend USAFA or ROTC. That is your best and safest route for commissioning. Thanks for your time in advance.
They’re definitely the best route because that’s where your chances are the highest. The third highest chance is enlisted to officer. It’s no guarantee, but the chances are better vs applying as a civilian.
I can agree with that, I’m just wondering what their reason is behind that ratio of 70/30 civilian to AD for OTS. Because for someone that reads that in the AFI, that tells me they like to pull way more civilians than they do enlisted.
That is a huge pool of the officer body, but there’s so many civilian applicants, it makes it extremely hard for civilians to get qualified and accepted. They’d better their chances through programs like ROTC, Academy and enlisted to officer programs vs applying directly as a civilian.
@@airforceofficerpodcast Hey guys, it was in their AD LO Program Announcement. Basically the instructions on how AD fill out all the application paperwork. In the beginning of the guide, it said specifically "to maintain a 70:30 Civilian to AD ratio".
@jodywithawhy Would it be possible to get into officer training school with two bachelor degrees in international relations and Anthropology? I am currently a civilian, the only military experience I received was completing four years of JROTC in high school.
Hey! Great video, I learned a lot of new things and I’m interested in joining the USAF as a civilian LO. Currently in between my Juinor and senior year of college. I have 82 credits and pursuing my BA in Public Administration. I live in VA near Fort Greg Adam’s previously known as Fort Lee. However, I can’t get in touch with the recruiting officer here as they don’t answer their office phone and the AF website doesn’t have much info about who is the recruiter other than the office phone number and address to the office. I’ve left two voicemails and I’m planning on just visiting the office to speak with the recruiter hopefully if they are there. Is there any advice you folks might have for the path I want to begin with the USAF?
I am Currently in my master's program and previously went for the pilot board and was non select for active duty FY'20. Want to give it a go again for intel or pilot again!
Hello! I’ve been binge watching your videos and I hope this message finds you . I ship to BMT for the airforce December 20,2022! I’m nervous but I have a bachelors and master’s degree and the process for officer route hasn’t really been explained to me. I’ve been doing my own research but honestly it’s not really clear how to go from civilian to officer . I saw the option to apply to the USAF Academy , or do ROTC, and the option to go from enlisted to officer by submitting a packet . What to do? Will applying push my ship date back ?
Hello. The academy doesn’t accept applicants over the age of 23. I’m assuming if you have your masters, you probably won’t qualify there. Both the ROTC and Academy are for people who don’t have their degree, and are looking to leverage those programs to get one. Going from civilian to officer is tough for anyone. If you were to start that process, it could take anywhere from 12-18 months to get in. My recommendation would be to continue with your current ship date and then try to commission from within. I made a video where I interviewed a friend who commissioned from within. It might help. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-yc1tCZGfyjk.html
I heard what you said about being familiar of where your job may be available before writing your dream sheet. Where would I find that information??!? I certainly don’t want to be mislead by amateur wed sites.
That info is really hard to find prior to joining, but this link tries to help. It has every air force job available and the duty description. Once you click on a job, if you scroll down to the very bottom sometimes you’ll see assignment locations. Not every job on this site will have that info, and usually if it doesn’t that means the job can usually go anywhere. This is the closest thing I can find. I hope this helps. www.thebalancecareers.com/air-force-enlisted-job-categories-general-3344392
So I have my AS want to finish my bachelor's to commission in the air force. So I have a past dui not convicted plead not guilty. What's the process got degree in law and 32 credits away from homeland security degree. Thanks
Is there a certain GPA to become an officer? I didn’t do as well undergrad as I did for my masters. That’s my only concern. I studied information technology.
The minimum is a 2.5 but most recruiters won’t work with you unless you have at least a 3.3 or higher. And that’s because it’s very competitive and a 2.5 won’t make it amongst the other GPAs out there.
@@JustineCarissa oh yea. And the masters will help you a lot too. Because most people are applying with a bachelors, so you’d separate yourself a bit with the masters.
@@Jodywithawhy okay great that was the one thing I was worried about. The combination of my gpa is around 3.2 to 3.3. I go to MEPs on Monday. It took me two years to even get to this point. I don’t have student or consumer loans anymore. I had to loose 40 pounds and I had a torn ACL and finally my documentation got approved. I like my full time job but at the same time I want to provide my skills for the military as an extension of my career.
I start Air Force RTOC next semester at Jackson State. I wanted to know if I could pursue Fire Protection in the Air Force as an officer when I graduate?
What would be the right time for a 29 year old enlisted prospective pilot, to transition to being an officer? I do understand that such an individual, has to submit an application before the age of 31 and by the age of 33 he/she should have graduated from undergraduate pilot training school/ Initial flight training school. I also understand that an enlisted guy that wants to become an officer would need to complete his contract before submitting an application to become an officer. In this case, for this prospective pilot that enlisted at 29; does he or she have a chance to transition to being an officer after 1 year of serving as an enlist??? Thank you for always posting and keep it professional. I liked today's questions. Keep it up.
Hello I am a holder of private pilot license and a university degree in intl. business administration (GPA 3.0). However, I am an immigrant and I may fall short of enrolling into the airforce as an officer due to lacking citizenship requirements. Is it possible to enrol and have my greencard/citizenship fast tracked by an officer recruiter?
How long does it take for an enlisted with a bachelor degree (MechE) to be promoted as an officer? Also do you have to be active duty to be an officer ?
It’s all depends. You can directly apply to become an officer if you have a degree right now. If you don’t, you can join enlisted and finish your degree while in. Once done, you can apply for officer. The timelines are dependent on you and your education.
it takes a long time to become an officer. period. - 4 years through USAFA for those who don’t already have their degree. - minimum of 3 years through AFROTC for those who are working on their first or second bachelors or graduate degree (2 years with significant military experience) - minimum of 1 year through OTS for those who already have their bachelors degree
@@airforceofficerpodcast Hello, I’ll be headed to basic in 5 days and I do have a degree. Do you have any additional tips on building a package for enlisted to become an officer?
Thank you. You can try thebalancecareers.com. When you search an AFSC on there, it gives you a lot of job description and sometimes it tells you where the bases are for that job. But if you can’t find it there, then you’d have to have access to government computers to see duty locations.
Absolutely. The Air Force pays tuition assistance up to $4,500 a year for you to go. Take advantage of that. Also keep in mind, when you’re going to school you still have a full time job, so you gotta make some sacrifices to get it done. I like to do school online because it gives me more flexibility, but you can also do traditional classes. However this can be a little harder to coordinate because of your job. I hope this helps.
So I'm looking to join reserves and joining as an officer. How long would I have to prepare for the PT or should I be ready the day I walk into the recruiter's office? Also with the Space Force being a thing and kind of falling under the Air Force, is there a higher chance of being accepted as an officer there over Air Force or vice versa? I would like to really consider all of my options
I actually think the odds will be lesser in the space force just because of less positions. But as far as in shape, it’s gonna be awhile from first meeting to officer training school. So you have time to prepare while waiting to go. But you have to meet the height and weight standards. If you don’t know those, this video will explain. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-6FG0GD25v0o.html
be ready the day you walk into the recruiters office. LO recruiters are incredibly busy people and you get only one chance to make a first impression. the Space Force doesn’t currently have a Reserve component, so your only option would be to join the Air Force.
I do believe so. However, you’d have to reach out to a reserve recruiter for an absolute answer. It will really all depend on the RE code you received upon separation.
I have a serious question… let’s say I visit my Air Force recruiter and explain to him I want to do something within the new Space Force. Then I do the ASVAB and let’s say I didn’t qualify for any Space Force job, so he gives me a few option I do qualify for. If I do not have interest in any offered jobs can I decide not to join at that point? I’m from Tennessee and want to see new thing however I am worried I’ll be placed at some lame state like Arkansas or something
Can AF reservist do UTA drill at an Air Guard base? Looking to enlist reserve in Puerto Rico. But there's an army base and a Air National guard base. No air force bases... any help?
Hey man I’m joining enlisted with a degree .My Undergraduate GPA wasn’t that high .Do you have any knowledge on when I will be able to apply to commission and if my GPA would be a problem ?
They usually prefer a 3.3 or higher. If you don’t have that, it will be tough. But what you can do is get your Masters while in, and get yourself a better GPA. The masters plus the better GPA will really help your chances of getting selected.
GPA is only one piece of the puzzle. if you can demonstrate that you have the potential to lead effectively through your personal and professional experiences, pass the AFOQT, and be medically qualified, that can make up for a poor GPA.
Hi ! Is there a particular officer recruiter on the air National guard or any recruiter at the local air National guard office can process you as an officer ?
@airforceofficerpodcast Hey, I just checked out your email. Do you guys still make videos or have an email I can reach out to you on? I'm interested in becoming an air force officer
You’d have to qualify at MEPS and also have an application approved to become an officer. That’s can take anywhere from 6-24 months. To be enlisted, you pass the ASVAB and MEPS, and you can leave within 3-12 months.
@@Jodywithawhy i cant wait that long. in PR i make 25k or more as a telecom contractor. i feel the AF will give me a more secure future than going up telephone poles for a living... how long do i have to wait if i enlist e3 with a BS and then take the test once inside?
You can enlist and be in the Air Force within 3-6 months. Then apply for an officer after one year of enlistment. From within the Air Force, the commissioning process is a little bit quicker. Still not a guarantee though, because it’s still very competitive.
it takes a long time to become an officer. period. - 4 years through USAFA for those who don’t already have their degree. - minimum of 3 years through AFROTC for those who are working on their first or second bachelors or graduate degree (2 years with significant military experience) - minimum of 1 year through OTS for those who already have their bachelors degree
Don't go enlisted if your primary goal is to go officer (unless you really want the enlisted experience, but you can expect to experience that for a few years with obstacles). Everything else made sense.
@@airforceofficerpodcast I understand the point you’re trying to make. With that said, I’ve met officers who had no enlisted experience who were better officers than those with prior experience.
Download the aim high app. On the bottom right corner, there’s 3 dashes. Click on those and you’ll see find a recruiter. Input your education and location, and it’ll tell you the recruiter responsible for your area.
any Reserve LO recruiter can help you get into the 32E Civil Engineering Officer career field, so long as you meet all other requirements as outlined in AFMAN 36-2032.
all pilots are officers and all officers must have a bachelors degree. there are many ways to get there, but your most direct route to pilot is to go to USAFA. after that AFROTC. only go to OTS if those first two options are not possible.
Why is joining enlisted selling yourself short? Sometimes joining enlisted may be the better route for individuals depending on their circumstances. By saying selling yourself short, you’re implying that enlisted (myself and everyone else) are scrubs. Are you currently an officer??
Is there anyway you can provide a number or email to this office? I know exactly where the office is at and I’ve called multiple times but no answer unfortunately :\ I’m just not sure if they’re open yet