Air Force reserves

I know little about the Army National Guard. I've heard that if you don't have a BSN, you can't promote beyond O-2 (1LT). With spots becoming more competitive across all branches, I find it difficult to believe that you'd be very competitive without a BSN.

The only branch that does not require bsn is the national guard

That may have changed - it no longer specifically says they accept ADN nurses on the National Guard site. The Guard is overstrength as well.

Hi everyone!

Im currently enrolled in an ADN program. I'll graduate May 2016 with my RN. I have been browsing the internet about military nursing while in school. I came across the AF reserves and Army reserves. Could anyone tell me any info? Are you required to have a bachelors? Once finished with school would I transition into active duty? I just want a detailed step by step and any recommendations.

You need a BSN to be an officer (nurse) in the Reserves. Transitioning to active duty would be unlikely as the military is overstrength right now, and many excellent Reservists can't find a spot. But if you don't ask, the answer will always be no. :-) You should contact a healthcare recruiter (not a regular enlisted recruiter). Good luck!