Don't Tread On Me 61 Posts Aug 6, 2014 From my understanding, if you receive 12 months or less of the stipend then it is 4 years commitment; Anything over 12 months is 5 years. Some of us are looking for staying past 20 years, but of course we are going to take it one step at a time.
inspiredbynavy 221 Posts Aug 6, 2014 My MEPS day and Interviews are all on this upcoming Friday. Should I wear a suit for my interviews??
edvaz90 64 Posts Aug 6, 2014 Can I ask you guys in this thread what was the reason(s) for you to choose navy over the other branches?
inspiredbynavy 221 Posts Aug 6, 2014 Because I want to be a sailor. I'm in love with the water and I swim laps almost everyday.
Don't Tread On Me 61 Posts Aug 6, 2014 @Inspired YES! I wore street clothing for my processing, but had a Duffel Bag with my suit for my interview. @Edvaz90 I chose the Navy because it honestly just felt like the right branch for me. I grew up near the ocean and like to work around it.
inspiredbynavy 221 Posts Aug 6, 2014 Thanks @Don't Tread On Me.Got another question for you regarding the APSR form... On the second page under "Current Physical Fitness Program" what is it exactly asking for? Is it asking for like recreational activities?? I'm a bit confused if I should put down that I do personal weight training and swimming.
edvaz90 64 Posts Aug 6, 2014 Thanks guy, I'm currently a second degree BSN student and I'm also considering going into the service. I'm doing my research on the branches now as to which one I want to join and would be a good fit for me. I've been trying to use all the resources I have available ha.
Don't Tread On Me 61 Posts Aug 6, 2014 Correct, you put down what you currently do for physical fitness, how many times you do it in a week (ex: two times a week), and rough date that you started.
edvaz90 64 Posts Aug 6, 2014 Do you guys know of any advantages of working as a nurse in the navy has over the other branches?
inspiredbynavy 221 Posts Aug 6, 2014 @edvaz90, I'm not trying to be rude or anything, but why don't you make your own thread with questions instead of spamming the same question in every single thread on Government/Military?I can't fully answer some of your questions as I'm neither a nurse yet or in the Navy.
inspiredbynavy 221 Posts Aug 7, 2014 What can I expect to go through at MEPS this Friday? I've been reading online that officer candidates get priority over the enlistee candidates. sounds pretty douche-y lol.
