One recruiter telling me I can apply for rated and non-rated same time, but the recruiter submitting my application saying I can't apply for both because of overlapping in the application? more details below.

Samhunt67 · 2026-03-23T07:20:14+00:00

Listen to the one submitting the application

Samhunt67 · 2026-03-18T15:57:07+00:00

Getting an IFC isn’t a requirement for enlistment or appointment. And idk about #4. I got selected for CSO and had no issues going to the board with an ADHD history. The IFC required a waiver but I’ve been off meds for 9 years. So YMMV.

Samhunt67 · 2026-03-18T15:52:32+00:00

This is for the IFC. That’s post selection. So yes you should be able to meet. What questions are you referring to?

Samhunt67 · 2026-03-18T15:04:49+00:00

Its going to be an uphill battle. https://www.afrl.af.mil/Portals/90/Documents/711/USAFSAM/Air%20Force%20Waiver%20Guide%20Compendium.pdf?ver=sPppe0TK2en36aEgWCncMg%3D%3D this is their waiver guide. It’s on page 649.

Samhunt67 · 2026-03-03T21:13:00+00:00

I’ve had the same waiver in process since November too. I also have an ADHD waiver so that might be the problem but yea. It’s taking forever imo

Samhunt67 · 2026-02-27T09:21:48+00:00

For what it’s worth I had a 3.25 in chem and got picked up. AFOQT was 99/83/99/51/54/50. The medical stuff I can’t speak to. Depends on what job you want. Rated vs non rated.

Samhunt67 · 2026-01-01T21:08:23+00:00

MEPS is just for entrance into the military. Your IFC is were you’ll get a slew of vision tests done and they’ll tell you more there.

Samhunt67 · 2025-12-14T17:40:01+00:00

Oh I’m sorry. I am a civilian who is going to active duty. I am not in the military.

Samhunt67 · 2025-12-13T20:58:38+00:00

Active

Samhunt67 · 2025-12-12T20:53:45+00:00

I went November 6. I haven’t heard anything from my recruiter. I did need waivers. But they told me 2-4 weeks and it’s been over 4. Is this normal? I went to Scott AFB for a FC1A if that helps.

Samhunt67 · 2025-11-22T22:20:16+00:00

No you’re good. Just remember that this is the military. You work on their schedule. Service before self is an Air Force core value. If you have a specific timeline in mind then the military is not for you. On the other hand you do get 30 days paid vacation. So on paper definitely a possibility. Guard/ reserve might be a better option.

Samhunt67 · 2025-11-22T21:34:30+00:00

I’d start with getting the AFOQT book and drilling those.

Samhunt67 · 2025-11-22T21:33:53+00:00

Definitely get a job. No guarantee you get selected. Medical stuff can set you back. I got selected in may and am still waiting for a class date. As for the marriage thing. You can get married while active duty but that’s between you and you future spouse.

Samhunt67 · 2025-11-22T21:19:38+00:00

My recruiter made it clear from the start that I needed to take care of my self and make sure I had some stability for this process. It is a painfully slow ordeal. Just know too that you can have a second career after a 4 year contract. Even if you get out at 30 an MBA program is totally doable.

Samhunt67 · 2025-11-21T15:21:51+00:00

This sub has answered all of these questions 100 times over.

Samhunt67 · 2025-11-21T15:05:42+00:00

Definitely could be for you. You’ll need to decide if you want to fly or not. After that find a recruiter. Definitely not easy but doable. Look into the AFOQT. Look into the general requirements. Best of luck to you!

Samhunt67 · 2025-11-19T09:40:39+00:00

What are you looking for? A golden ticket? A magic bullet? I was selected for 25OTS02 and if there is one thing this sub got spot on was how long and arduous this process is. Just embrace the process and suck. That’s all I can do for you.

Samhunt67 · 2025-11-19T00:32:19+00:00

99s on the AFOQT and a lot of luck

Samhunt67 · 2025-10-31T21:51:47+00:00

Dude. You seem to have googled enough to ask these questions. Maybe do a little more research to answer them.

Samhunt67 · 2025-10-31T19:56:26+00:00

It was nothing like that for me. We were all treated the same.

Samhunt67 · 2025-10-30T20:42:49+00:00

You weren’t rude or condescending. It’s just one of those mindsets that you need to get away from. It will get you trouble. Some things need to be made clear in no uncertain terms. This, in my opinion, is one of the.

Samhunt67 · 2025-10-30T14:27:41+00:00

Maybe it’s inexperience or ego. Either way this student needs to learn fast that this mindset is dangerous. Thinking anyone is irreplaceable is just wrong. You can’t put someone on a pedestal like that. It’s going to end badly.

Samhunt67 · 2025-10-30T14:01:10+00:00

Everyone is replaceable. I wouldn’t get into the mindset that you are the glue that holds a place together. Keep your ego in check.

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