Enlisted roles require a high school education.

Most enlisted careers involve hands-on training in the mechanical, transportation, human services or office fields that transfer well into civilian terms.

Basic training (also known as boot camp) helps to prepare you for all elements of service; physical, mental and emotional.

Officers are the managers of the military, their roles often include planning, directing operations and making critical decisions.

This requires a college degree or equivalent.

You can become an Officer by...

• Earning a commission via enlisted service

• Attending one of the highly competitive service academies

  • Fully funded tuition (including room & board).

  • Graduates receive a bachelor of science degree.

• Participating in a Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) program

  • Provides Officer training for students during college in exchange for a paid college education.

  • After graduation the students are committed to serve either active duty or reserve for usually 5 years.