Oklahoma71

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1. Money

   Oklahoma71 replied to meyun06's topic in General Nursing

   Working during nursing school is probably not a good idea for most people. My wife and I both relied on Stafford loans to help get through college. A site that may be helpful in explaining the financial aid is here. Good luck with your education.

2. Best track for retirement?

   Oklahoma71 replied to stepaukob's topic in Government

   I was wrong, the mandatory retirement age for the army is 62 not 60. I was thinking of OCS. I believe the age limit to go through OCS is now at 42 (with a waiver)? Yes the nursing corps will take you at 46 but I don't think you would have a chance of...

3. Best track for retirement?

   Oklahoma71 replied to stepaukob's topic in Government

   For the army you must be able to complete 20 years of active duty before your 60th birthday in order to take a commission. As far as the pay all my experience is with the army but the base pay is the only thing taxed. All the other additional pay is...