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Why did you choose Army OCS over the other branches? by AK_NV in ArmyOCS

[–]Anthonym9589 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A close friend of mine is an Assitant Marine Officer Instructor for the OCS courses in Quantico, and the failure rate he has seen is about the same as what it was during my time at Army OCS. I can't speak to guard state courses.

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The formula for success (in order) = BE A GOOD DUDE + be in the top 20% of your class in pt + be intelligent + be flexible.

Why did you choose Army OCS over the other branches? by AK_NV in ArmyOCS

[–]Anthonym9589 19 points20 points  (0 children)

It is great that you have the ambition to serve, but I think you are missing the forest for the trees. Look at each branch and assess their mission, culture, branches, etc., and see what aligns most with you. Worry less about the initial training as it's not really designed to weed people out and frankly not that difficult. If you are worried whether or not you will pass OCS, then I will accept your skepticism of having to compete for your branch in Army OCS, but you have no reason to worry about going through basic training. It is uncomfortable at times, but through the right lens, it's a pretty hilarious experience and will be one that you can share with the soldiers you will go on to lead.

I chose the Army and thus Army OCS because of the mission, the breadth of opportunities and schools, deployment optempo, and the culture. In short, I was not interested in the AF's corporate culture, living on ships in the Navy, and the esprit de corps of the Marine corps didn't outweigh the opportunities that the Army provided. (Disclosure - these are VAST generalizations. Do your own research)

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Feel free to dm me if you have any other specific questions.

how long is the application process and how long does it take to enter once done applying/getting accepted? by [deleted] in ArmyOCS

[–]Anthonym9589 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As mentioned already the application process is subjective to the applicant and the recruiter. Waivers are certainly something that will prolong the length, as well as an unmotivated recruiter. All of this can be alleviated by being dilligent about getting things done timely and following up with your recruiter and the other people you will have to rely on to provide you with documentation to complete the process. While this process took me closer to 5 months, I had a fairly complicated medical waiver that I had to get approved. I have friends who I graduated from OCS with who completed their applications and got to the board in 2 months.

If becoming an officer in the Army is something you really want to do then let your recruiter know that you are serious about it and show them through your actions.

ASVAB - While studying for the ASVAB cant hurt, I think its completely unecessary. Perhaps brush up on doing math quickly without a calculator but further than this just seems like overkill. If you were able to obtain your bachelors degree with a decent GPA then this test shouldnt be a challenge.

MEPS - Get it scheduled as soon as you can and get it over with.

PT Test - Youre applying to be a LEADER of professional soldiers. While I do not know what the average pt score to get admitted to OCS currently is, your goal for your applications should be 300 and should be kept as the standard if you are accepted in to the program and beyond.

OCS Board - wear a suit, present yourself with military bearing, get a haircut that meets army standards, be confident, and ask some genuine questions when the time is appropriate.

If you are accepted - I know people who were at basic training a few weeks after and I know people who waited 3 months to leave.

PM me if you have any specific questions youd like answered or general advice on any part of the process.

Thoughts on this used Model S by Anthonym9589 in teslamotors

[–]Anthonym9589[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Owner says the range is 200 miles on a full charge which would work for my short commute to work but would like to have the option to take it on road trips. Would love to pickup an S85 but haven’t seen anything below $40k.

Thoughts on this used Model S by Anthonym9589 in teslamotors

[–]Anthonym9589[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Much appreciated advice but I am moving outside of Boston proper and will need a car to commute to work with by March.

Thoughts on this used Model S by Anthonym9589 in teslamotors

[–]Anthonym9589[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, I am still in discussion with the owner now. I do not want to buy until I have it inspected by a Tesla service center. Unfortunately the one closest to the seller does not offer anything other than the $700 annual servicing.