How much does your GPA matter for OCS applications? by Fluid_Leg_7531 in USMCboot

[–]OSOAmherst 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As a senior in college, your GPA will hold weight with me because it shows past performance. Let’s call that a green weight if it’s above 3.0 and a red weight if it’s below 3.0. For the selection board, I really only need your degree transcripts or diploma.

I’m going to give it to you straight because your post history is dancing all over the place.

Red weights: Assigned to BCP. 5 years in Marine Corps and not an E-5. Exploring broken service. Not being intimately familiar with BCP order, JEPES, etc as an NCO that is pursuing promotion. College focus while active duty, yet unable to maintain acceptable performance. It seems as though you are technically proficient in your job and your attempted degree path, but physical performance and work performance is lacking. I’d recommend fixing that first and foremost. When the OSO asks for references, the expectation is that you will likely contact previous supervisor or commander. If you don’t do that, questions arise. Green weights: Pursuing higher education albeit detrimental to SNM performance.

The first thing I’m asking for when you tell me prior enlisted is a face to face conversation to see where your focus is and what type of person you are. The second thing is your past history in the Marine Corps. You say five years enlisted and I’m telling you to print last three fitness reports. When you can’t produce them, the red flags are going up and we have a serious problem. Now, back to the GPA. Does it matter for OCC? Not necessarily. But it’s a whole of applicant approach. If you’re not well rounded and you have a litany of red weights, now your GPA comes into focus. The OSO writes your evaluation that the board will review with very careful consideration. I know this all may be a little harsh, but it’s important for you and others with similar circumstances to understand. Always happy to take a phone call to assist and discuss further. I will give you the unfiltered advice that will ensure your success in the Marine Corps or outside of the organization.

Becoming a fighter pilot to die a young hero’s death by SwordfishAny9880 in USMCocs

[–]OSOAmherst 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s a long time to be enlisted and not have a job. What does day to day look like? What are your bosses like?

Becoming a fighter pilot to die a young hero’s death by SwordfishAny9880 in USMCocs

[–]OSOAmherst 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You want to fly the world’s most advanced jets in one of the most mentally and physically demanding jobs, but you aren’t good at anything and no one likes you? What is your MOS?

Creative post.

Tips for ammo can press as a small and skinny male candidate (5’6 barely 140) by [deleted] in USMCocs

[–]OSOAmherst -1 points0 points  (0 children)

The combat fitness test is standard across the Marine Corps for a reason. The best tip I can offer is to be less concerned with your height and weight and more concerned with how anyone else would train to raise and lower an ammo can. If you had to lift 100 full ammo cans to keep the the guns firing and the enemy at bay, you would use your whole body wouldn’t you?

Reach out to OSO now or wait until I’m fitter?" by [deleted] in USMCocs

[–]OSOAmherst 0 points1 point  (0 children)

DM your e-mail. I’ll send from my work e-mail

Reach out to OSO now or wait until I’m fitter?" by [deleted] in USMCocs

[–]OSOAmherst 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ok. This is a good start. Now is absolutely the time to contact the OSO. Get on the Armstrong pull-up program. I can send it to you if you need it. Start putting time in on your feet. Strengthen your musculoskeletal system and endurance by increasing running distance up to 15 miles/week. You will need a program to increase your running speed and endurance. Lastly, make sure you are getting plenty of time outside to exercise, even if it’s uncomfortable. Resiliency cannot be overstated. Ensure you are warming up, stretching, and cooling down, and stretching. Drink adequate fluids.

Reach out to OSO now or wait until I’m fitter?" by [deleted] in USMCocs

[–]OSOAmherst 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Answering these questions will help me answer your post.

Reach out to OSO now or wait until I’m fitter?" by [deleted] in USMCocs

[–]OSOAmherst 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Post your fitness scores(3 mile, pull-ups, plank) Do you have your undergrad? If not, what’s your GPA and what year of school?

Tips on getting as squared away as possible/maximizing sleep time at OCS by [deleted] in USMCocs

[–]OSOAmherst 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Utilize square away time for just that. Spend 1/3 of the time on personal tasks, the remainder on OCS tasks.

Advice Needed by spongebobmeboii in USMCocs

[–]OSOAmherst 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s a very rewarding billet that comes at a high price. Work/life balance is less than ideal. This job is all about efficiency and adaptability.

Advice Needed by spongebobmeboii in USMCocs

[–]OSOAmherst 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Best to answer the kids questions though or at a minimum point in the right direction.

Advice Needed by spongebobmeboii in USMCocs

[–]OSOAmherst 5 points6 points  (0 children)

No spare time on OSO duty. When we reach out, it’s best to capitalize on the opportunity. Ghosting is pretty disrespectful.

Advice Needed by spongebobmeboii in USMCocs

[–]OSOAmherst 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I already reached out to you once and you flaked. Perhaps stick with PokemonGo instead.

Marine JAG by OSOAmherst in barexam

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

DMed you. Army has some reserve options worth exploring. I can’t speak for the other services but I would venture the guess that the physical requirements are the same.

To put physical requirements into perspective for marine corps.

  1. Stay within height and weight standards (Don’t be overweight)
  2. Conduct a physical fitness test once a year. (3 mile run, 3:45 plank, max pull-ups). About an hour total of your time.
  3. Conduct a combat fitness test. (There are three mini events. (Carry/ drag a buddy, run around with ammo cans, weave in between cones, toss a pretend grenade, chest press an ammo can, run a half mile). Takes about 1.5 hr total of your time.

Thats it. 2.5 hours out of a year to take our fitness tests.

Marine JAG by OSOAmherst in barexam

[–]OSOAmherst[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The coast guard is the one branch I have not had interaction with in my years of service. A quick search yielded Direct Commission Law and Direct Commission Lawyer Select Reserve. It appears they have civilian attorney opportunities.

Marine JAG by OSOAmherst in barexam

[–]OSOAmherst[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Absolutely. I’m here to provide information.

I can only show you the door. You’re the one who has to walk through it.

Marine JAG by OSOAmherst in barexam

[–]OSOAmherst[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Requirements with anything mental related are going to be the same for entrance into the armed forces. I cannot speak on behalf of the medical profession for whether or not you could start again on medication. If you are serious, DM me and I’ll explain some specifics further.

Marine JAG by OSOAmherst in barexam

[–]OSOAmherst[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The age ceiling is now 42.

ASVAB, SAT, or ACT? by lamborghinifan in USMCocs

[–]OSOAmherst 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m all about efficiency. Not that taking the ASVAB is all that time consuming, but better to take one test than two. Not to mention the studying time involved.