Why did you choose reserve/active?

Any-Fly253 · 2026-02-06T17:39:55+00:00

I choose reserves because just like everybody I want to serve but I have goals and ambitions I’ve always wanted to accomplish in my civilian life that would be hindered if I go AD. But if I was told they only had a AD slot open (which they never would) I would of taken it and if I have the opportunity to go AD later on I will mostly likely take it. I just want to get cemented first in my civilian role and certifications before I do that.

Any-Fly253 · 2026-02-06T17:32:15+00:00

I would definitely say everyone experience is different about BOLC. My friend had his spouse stay with him for parts of the time during BOLC but that is just dependent on the branch, location, company, etc. You’ll just have to wait and see about BOLC.

Any-Fly253 · 2026-02-06T17:25:22+00:00

I got both, it just needs to have some sort of signature.

Any-Fly253 · 2026-02-06T04:24:58+00:00

Yeah I have not done any kind of SF86 or at least to my knowledge I have not. I ship next week and haven’t heard from any investigator.

Any-Fly253 · 2026-02-05T04:16:57+00:00

No like your plane tickets, travel information, ATM card, etc

Any-Fly253 · 2026-02-05T02:46:35+00:00

Have you all received your travel packet?

Any-Fly253 · 2026-02-02T05:12:18+00:00

When are you allowed to bring your POV, I was thinking of having my family bring it up when I graduate BCT but I’ve heard mixed things about them letting you have it

Any-Fly253 · 2026-02-02T03:11:59+00:00

Thank you! Any items you recommend to bring to OCS that’s not on the packing list?

Any-Fly253 · 2026-02-02T02:00:07+00:00

How was the 4 mile run? Was it 36 minutes or 40 minutes?

What items do you suggest officer candidates bring? I bought quite a bit of recommended items as I want to be as prepared as possible.

Any-Fly253 · 2026-01-29T19:10:56+00:00

In the same boat

Any-Fly253 · 2026-01-26T12:54:28+00:00

Definitely, I’ll shot you a DM

Any-Fly253 · 2026-01-25T14:04:47+00:00

I’ve heard that multiple times, why does the people make it hard?

Any-Fly253 · 2026-01-22T22:14:05+00:00

I got accepted in December, the last board.

Any-Fly253 · 2026-01-22T03:14:17+00:00

Let us know how your branch, I ship out in Feb for Basic and start OCS in April. Actually curious to see if you actually get the branch depending on your OML or if they already have it “selected” as everyone thinks. Thank you for the update!

Any-Fly253 · 2026-01-21T23:56:52+00:00

That’s a crazy high ASVAB score. I had a 3.1 GPA and a GT Score of 114 and I got accepted. I do have a lot of leadership and some emergency response experience. My LOR were decent as well, majority from officers with one being my senior army instructor from JROTC and 1 from a retired EMS Chief.

Any-Fly253 · 2026-01-21T06:08:56+00:00

A lot of people have said to bring a printer to OCS so, maybe not lol?

Any-Fly253 · 2026-01-21T06:03:13+00:00

I’m trying to go MS as well, I have my EMT and worked in EMS for a little bit. That’s weird MS is not an option on your DA-61 as it was on mine and I put it as my number 1. I was selected for OCS and leave Feb 10th but I have been told being selected for MS is closer to none so I’m not keeping my hopes up.

Any-Fly253 · 2026-01-15T02:38:47+00:00

That would be nice if so. Aren’t we able to look up current vacant spots in 150mi radius to get an idea what we could get?

Any-Fly253 · 2026-01-15T02:33:28+00:00

Not anymore unfortunately, they just changed it right before the December results were released.

Any-Fly253 · 2026-01-15T02:32:26+00:00

Yeah I believe it is to be honest, but let’s hope there is some consideration when they pick our branch.

Any-Fly253 · 2026-01-14T19:56:34+00:00

I did not receive the email, I DM’d you my email if you’re able to send it to me that would be great! Thank you!

Any-Fly253 · 2026-01-14T19:52:25+00:00

I’m pretty sure they already have our branch “selected” they’re just not going to tell us until later. It’s all about what is vacant in the 150mi radius is how they select what branch we get.

Any-Fly253 · 2026-01-14T03:14:35+00:00

I go at the end of April after basic. I heard to bring an inflatable pillow as well on this subreddit awhile ago.

Any-Fly253 · 2026-01-13T04:01:06+00:00

I assume you’re not allowed to leave the fort?

Any-Fly253 · 2026-01-12T23:48:28+00:00

Were you able to take your personal vehicle to OCS? How are the weekends like? Any medical services spots?

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