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Military Career Pathways
Selection Process and Benefits
Smithville R-II School District
College Planning Night
February 4, 2015
U. S. Army Recruiting Battalion – Kansas City
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Serving in the Military is …
“Not a termination of educational goals,
but an extension of them.”
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Military Myths vs Reality
MYTH:
The Military is a roadblock to a higher education.
REALITY
Qualified servicemembers can receive more than
$70,000 in tuition benefits.
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Military Myths vs Reality
MYTH:
People in the Military are not compensated as well as privatesector workers.
REALITY
• Military pay is comparable to, and in some cases better than, its
civilian counterpart.
• Services often include enlistment bonuses when there is a need for
personnel in specialized fields. Amounts and requirements change
frequently, so check with recruiters for the latest information.
• After 20 years of service, retired personnel can potentially receive
military retirement pay for life.
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Military Myths vs Reality
MYTH:
Military training and jobs have little relation to the
civilian world.
REALITY
91 percent of military jobs have direct civilian
counterparts.
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Military Myths vs Reality
MYTH:
You don't need to finish high school to join the
Military.
REALITY
• You must have a high school diploma or equivalent
to enlist.
• A GED may be accepted with special approval.
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Military Myths vs Reality
MYTH:
It's nearly impossible for ordinary people to complete
Basic Training.
REALITY
• Ninety-one percent of recruits complete their first six
months of service.
• Despite a tough reputation, drill sergeants sincerely
want recruits to succeed.
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Military Myths vs Reality
MYTH:
Servicemembers don't get much vacation time.
REALITY
• Servicemembers receive 30 days of paid vacation a
year.
• Servicemembers also receive 21 days of adoption
leave and 10 days of paternity leave.
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Military Myths vs Reality
MYTH:
The Military is just for people who like fighting.
REALITY
• While all servicemembers are trained to respond to
threats, 91 percent of military jobs do not involve
direct combat operations.
• Non-combat jobs in the Military include roles in
journalism, business administration, food service
and human resources.
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Military Myths vs Reality
MYTH:
When you join the Military, you join for life.
REALITY
• The length of active-duty service can be as little as
two years.
• Length of service can vary, but a first term generally
involves eight years, with two to four years of Active
Duty and the remainder in a Reserve unit or the
Individual Ready Reserve (IRR).
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Military Myths vs Reality
MYTH:
Some servicemembers never get deployed.
REALITY
• While the majority of military jobs are not in direct
combat, all servicemembers must be prepared for
the possibility of deployment.
• Servicemembers aren't always deployed to combat
areas; they may also be deployed on foreign and
domestic humanitarian missions.
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Military Myths vs Reality
MYTH:
Women have a hard time achieving success in the
Military.
REALITY
• On average, across the Services, more than 79% of
all jobs in the Military are open to women.
• Women account for close to 18 percent of the U.S.
Military.
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Military Myths vs Reality
MYTH:
It's hard to start a family in the Military since you
don't know when you'll be deployed.
REALITY
• Female servicemembers cannot be deployed overseas
or away from their permanent duty stations for at
least 4 months after their child is born.
• Male servicemembers receive 10 days of paternity
leave, which is comparable to the leave given in
civilian careers.
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Military Academies
www.todaysmilitary.com
Academy
Location
Undergrad.
Enrollment
Min.
ACT
Admission
Rate
Air Force
Colorado Springs, CO
4461
26
11%
Coast Guard
New London, CT
963
26
1%
Merchant Marine
Kings Point, NY
986
23
NA
Naval
Annapolis, MD
4,441
24
7%
West Point
West Point, NY
4,487
25
11%
• Excellent option for students who are interested in serving the country and receiving a
quality education at NO COST.
• Highly selective admission policies and require at least five years of service upon
graduation.
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Selection Criteria*
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U. S. Citizen – At least 17, before 23rd birthday - Unmarried
Nomination Requirements: Member of U.S. Congress
Physical Exam Required
Strong Math and Science Background
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Evidence of physical challenges
Rigor of HS coursework
Demonstrated strength of character
Leadership potential demonstrated through extracurricular activities
Athletic ability, and interesting extracurricular involvement – may require
evaluations from PE instructors
– Strength of personal letters for application
* U. S. Army Specific
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Military Career Pathways in Local Colleges
ROTC
• Reserve Officer Training Corps
– Commissions over 50% of the future officer
leadership
– Trains college students for National Guard, Army
Reserve, and active duty officer assignments
– Other commissioning sources include Officer
Candidate School (OCS), West Point, and Direct
Commission
– Eight-year military service obligation
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Military Career Pathways in Local Colleges
ROTC
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Park University
Missouri Western University
Northwest Missouri State University
Benedictine College
University of Missouri – Kansas City (UMKC)
William Jewell
Metropolitan Community Colleges of Kansas City
University of Missouri
University of Central Missouri
University of Kansas
K-State
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Missouri Science and Technology - Rolla
• Military Science Program
– (24-27 CR) ABOVE the Bachelors Degree Requirement
– Minor in Military Science
• Advanced Course (12 CR)
• Military History Elective (3 CR)
• Human Behavior Elective (3 CR)
– Commissioning Requirements
• Basic and Advanced Course Credit
• Military History Elective
• Leadership Development Advanced Camp (LDAC)
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National ROTC Scholarship
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Full-Tuition OR Room and Board
Length: 3 to 4.5 years
Book Allowance $1,200 per year
Stipend $300-500 per month
Some Universities provides $$$$ per year (S & T provides
$2,000)
• Merit-based (academics/leadership/athletics)
• Apply online at www.goarmy.com
• Juniors apply Feb. 15th to Jan. 10th of Senior Year
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College Campus-Based Scholarships
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Same benefits as ROTC Scholarship
Length: 2 to 3.5 years.
Students apply through Army ROTC on campus
Must have 2 years of college left to apply
Masters students may apply
– Masters scholarships limited to 20 months
• Service commitment upon receipt of scholarship.
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Simultaneous Membership Program
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Enlisted National Guard and Army Reserve Cadets
Federal Tuition Assistance up to $4,500/year
Missouri Tuition Assistance up to 100% in-state
Monthly E-5 Drill pay $340.00
Reserve GI Bill $337/month (if eligible)
Selected Reserve GI Bill Kicker $350/month (written in
contract)
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GRFD Scholarship
Guaranteed Reserve Forces Duty (GRFD)
• Must Commission into National Guard or Reserves
• Length: 2 years or 3 years
– Chapter 1606/1607 GI Bill if eligible ( 2 yr. only)
• All benefits of ROTC Scholarship in addition to
Simultaneous Membership Program benefits.
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Educational Tuition Assistance
• Regular Army
– Eligible to active-duty Soldiers for approved offduty courses. 100 percent of course costs, up to
$250 per credit hour, with a maximum of $4,500
per academic year.
• Army Reserve
– Available to selected Reserve soldiers for
approved courses. 100 percent of course costs up
to $250 per credit hour, with a maximum of $4,500
per academic year.
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Enlisted Programs
• Minimum Requirements
– Must be at least 17 years old .
– Written parental consent required for 17-year olds
before enlistment selection
– Must pass enlistment physical
– Must meet moral eligibility
requirements/screening.
– Must qualify on Armed Services Vocational
Aptitude Battery for enlistment and MOS selected
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Career Management Fields
Military Occupational Specialties (MOS)
Infantry
Engineering
Field Artillery
Air Defense Artillery
Aircraft Maintenance
Special Forces
Armor
Communications and
Information Systems
Paralegal
Military Police
Military Intelligence
Financial Management
Psychological Operations
Civil Affairs
Adjutant General
Band
Public Affairs
Religious Support
Medical
Chemical
Recruitment and
Reenlistment
Transportation
Ammunition
Mechanical Maintenance
Supply and Services
Electronic Maintenance
and Calibration
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Benefits
Whether you are an Officer or an enlisted Soldier –
on Active Duty or in the Army Reserve – you are
paid for your work.
You are provided with housing and meals if you
live on Post or money to help pay for housing/meals
if you live off Post.
Depending on your individual Army job and
situation, the U.S. Army offers many different
benefits, as well as allowances for basic living
needs.
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Basic Pay for Active Duty Soldiers*
RANK
YEARS
Private (E1) Basic Trng.
MONTHLY
INCOME
2 or less
$1,546.83
YEARLY
INCOME
$18,561.96
Private (E2)
2 or less
$1,733.88
$20,806.56
Sergeant (E5)
Over 3
$2,464.34
$29,572.08
Sergeant First Class (E7)
Over 8
$3,630.84
$43,570.08
Warrant Officer (W-1)
Over 6
$3,632.08
$43,584.96
Second Lieutenant (O-1)
2 or less
$2,934.30
$35,211.60
Lieutenant COL (O-5)
Over 12
$7,261.37
$87,136.44
COL (O-6)
Over 18
$9,272.24
$111,266.88
MAJOR (2-Star) General (O-8)
Over 18
$12,955.36
$155,464.32
* This 2013 chart reflects BASIC PAY ONLY and does not include bonuses,
allowances and other benefits.
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Health Care & Vacation
• Medical and Dental Health Care
Available to Soldier and Family at little or no cost.
• Low-Cost Group Life Insurance
• Generous Vacation Time
30-days Vacation Earned Annually
Weekends Free
National Holidays
Sick Days as Needed
• Opportunity to Travel
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Allowances
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Food
Housing
Clothing
Cost of Living
Moving & Relocation
Family Separation
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Montgomery GI Bill
• The Montgomery GI Bill is the basic education
benefit of today’s military.
• Available to Active Duty and Reserve Soldiers.
• It is available to all members of the Armed Forces
based on at least two-year term of enlistment.
• Monthly payment amounts are figured on a veteran
attending as a full-time student for 36 months.
• MGIB (including ACF) can be transferred to the Post
9/11 GI Bill.
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Post 9/11 GI Bill
http://www.gibill.va.gov/
• Became effective August 1, 2009.
• Available to veterans who served after
September 11, 2001.
– Full Tuition and Fees.
– A monthly housing stipend. (NEW)
– Annual stipend of up to $1000 for books and
supplies.
– Able to Transfer unused educational benefits to
spouses or children.
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Valuable Information and Resources
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www.todaysmilitary.com
www.goarmy.com
www.goarmyed.com
www.armyedspace.com
www.march2success.com
www.asvabprogram.com
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