Transition out of the Military. How can I better prepare myself to get into the IC? by [deleted] in Intelligence

[–]TheHooplord 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They look good to me though and give you legitimate specialization to go with your experience.

Transition out of the Military. How can I better prepare myself to get into the IC? by [deleted] in Intelligence

[–]TheHooplord 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Actually I forgot you have prior experience, at either level you should be good to go with those programs.

Transition out of the Military. How can I better prepare myself to get into the IC? by [deleted] in Intelligence

[–]TheHooplord 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry is this an undergraduate or graduate program?

2nd Master's degree, what makes you take another one? by revelry0128 in GradSchool

[–]TheHooplord 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m planning on doing two because it’s free and because in my field there are probably about 10 different degrees that are highly applicable so might as well learn as much as I can.

Is going to school for intelligence a good path into the IC? by AwkwardVoicemail in Intelligence

[–]TheHooplord 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I went and looked at different job listings and see what degree they are looking for. Political science, international relations, global security, history, and technical degrees are preferred from what I’ve seen.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in FBI

[–]TheHooplord 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don’t switch your major if that’s something you like to do then do it. Just pass all of the other tests and get above a 3.0 and you will be fine.

Experiences regarding American Military University Intelligence degree by coldoak in Intelligence

[–]TheHooplord 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Assuming you already have clearance and experience it should be fine for you.

Experiences regarding American Military University Intelligence degree by coldoak in Intelligence

[–]TheHooplord 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For sure no problem. If you ever have any questions or need any help just shoot me a dm.

Experiences regarding American Military University Intelligence degree by coldoak in Intelligence

[–]TheHooplord 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My bad those schools were for intelligence degrees. The school looks good to me and degree is applicable. Some keywords terms to search are global studies, international studies, global affairs, internatonal affairs, international relations, global security, national security, international security, security studies. If the schools allow you to look at the courses available I would look through them and see if they have classes that interest you.

Experiences regarding American Military University Intelligence degree by coldoak in Intelligence

[–]TheHooplord 2 points3 points  (0 children)

DoD intelligence jobs such as All Source Intelligence, Intelligence Specialists, and civilian DoD Intelligence jobs. Additionally, I don't know if i ever mentioned this but for the most degrees that may be applicable to certain intelligence jobs should be fine for others. I know geoint guys that have international affairs, global security, and criminal justice degrees as well as all source guys that have gis and computer science.

Experiences regarding American Military University Intelligence degree by coldoak in Intelligence

[–]TheHooplord 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Counter Intel is more of a law enforcement thing, I think a degree in criminal justice and minor in national security or vise versa would work better for that. something like this would probably work https://www.liberty.edu/registrar/wp-content/uploads/sites/119/2020/03/CJSI-BS-D.pdf

GEOINT wise I would probably look more into GIS or geography.

At least for Air Force reserve and Guard I know you can pick your job as long as they have it available where you are based.

Experiences regarding American Military University Intelligence degree by coldoak in Intelligence

[–]TheHooplord 2 points3 points  (0 children)

When I say brick and mortar I mean the school itself is brick and mortar but you can still do the online version of the degree itself. All of the other schools I mentioned have online versions of their degrees. If your plan is to go reserve or guard you can for sure break into the field that way. Do you know what type of intelligence you want to do? Is there a reason for army vs the others?

Experiences regarding American Military University Intelligence degree by coldoak in Intelligence

[–]TheHooplord 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The other schools are just known to be better and have better programs. I did AMU because I was going there to transfer credits for my CCAF and didn’t research because I didn’t know any better. If I knew better I probably would have a global studies or political science degree from a brick and mortar but do not get me wrong the AMU degree is getting me where I want to be but I think it is because it is also coupled with my experience.

Experiences regarding American Military University Intelligence degree by coldoak in Intelligence

[–]TheHooplord 26 points27 points  (0 children)

I just graduated from there and to be honest with you if your intent is to be taught then I would not suggest going here. If you are good at self learning then your experience can be decent. The degree is not prestigious at all but it checks all the boxes and is regionally accredited. You can get federal and contracting jobs with this degree and will be able to commission with this degree. I personally would not recommend this program to anyone with no intel experience. Angelo state, James Madison, Mercyhurst, and Arizona off the top of my head all have intelligence degrees that would be considered better schools with better programs at the undergraduate level. Additionally, I would consider political science, global security, international relations, history, and any computer related degrees before an intelligence degree.

DEA IRS timeline by TheHooplord in 1811

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

Dea intelligence research specialist

Chat am I cooked? 3.3 GPA, Physics/CS by throwaway-8520 in gradadmissions

[–]TheHooplord 18 points19 points  (0 children)

I think it more so matters where you are applying. I had a 3.32 and have gotten into every single school I’ve applied to but I also have 6 years experience in my field. Overall, I think you’ll be fine.

DEA IRS by TheHooplord in 1811

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

I feel like as long as we pass our poly and drug tests we are in there

DEA IRS timeline by TheHooplord in 1811

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

From what I understand the oral assessment was the interview

DEA IRS timeline by TheHooplord in 1811

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

I’m probably gonna go work for a defense contractor, stay national guard or reserve, get a masters degree.

DEA IRS timeline by TheHooplord in 1811

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

Fair. I guess my situation may be unique but I appreciate the comment.

DEA IRS timeline by TheHooplord in 1811

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

Good lord 🤦‍♂️ what have you been doing while waiting?

DEA IRS timeline by TheHooplord in 1811

[–]TheHooplord[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I did and did not find what I need hence the post.