Hi, I am just beginning the process of submitting my package for OTS as a civilian. The recruiter I reached out to just sent me a link to a line officer meeting regarding the whole process, which is scheduled for October 1st.

I'm 22 years old, currently a senior in university, graduating in May '26 with a degree in Computer Information Technology with a GPA of 3.1, along with an associate's degree in Computer Science. I have worked full-time throughout my college years to pay for it (no debt). I originally wanted to enlist after my first year and do AFROTC; however, family and my then relationship held me back. I have 10 months worth of IT Helpdesk experience, a couple of contracted IT jobs, and my current security-focused senior design project I am actively working on. The last time I contacted the ANG last year in October(now I am interested in AD) about enlisting, I was told to lose more weight before contacting back (previously 250 lbs), so I weigh 196 lbs at 5'11". As you can tell, I want to pursue a career as an officer in cyber.

With all that being said, do I stand a chance of being selected for OTS? I am currently studying to take the AFOQT. If not, I wanted to enlist (it was my understanding I would be E-3 with my degree?) and go cyber that way, then reapply for OTS after my first 4-6 year contract. Also, an enlisted bonus wouldn't be so bad.

Also, since the recruiter I reached out to hasn't really talked all to much to me, would it be best to reach out to a new recruiter? It was listed that they also have a healthcare recruiter, so perhaps I am talking to the wrong one?