Can prior service join Air Force ROTC?
While the Air Force maintains several Enlisted Commissioning Programs, many prior-service members separate from active duty and participate in Air Force ROTC by attending college with their G.I. Bill benefits.
Does the Air Force accept prior service Army?
The Air Force has accepted only a handful of prior service applicants during the past decade, only those who are already qualified in extremely hard-to-fill jobs, such as Pararescue, Combat Controller, or Linguist. So, for a prior-service to enlist, the service must be under their goal for re-enlistments.
Can I keep my rank when I enter the Air Force with prior service?
Candidates with prior military experience will not have to repeat Basic Military Training (BMT). You can continue your service, and, in many cases, keep your rank. You can also join regardless of the U.S. military branch in which you previously served, including other Reserve and National Guard components.
Can you do Air Force ROTC while in the Army?
1. If I join Air Force ROTC, does that mean I’m joining the military? No. You won’t sign a contract to serve in the Air Force until you either accept a scholarship or until the first day of your junior year in the program.
Can I join the Army with prior service?
Prior service applicants with the Army must have more than 180 days of military service, or be a graduate of military job-training (MOS/AFSC/Rating), regardless of time-in-service.
Does prior service have to go to Army basic training?
Will you have to go to Basic Training again? Prior Service personnel must have successfully completed an Army Basic Combat Training (BCT) course, Warrior Transition Course, or U.S.Marine Corps BCT course during previous military service. These personnel will not be sent to BCT.
Do you have to retake the Asvab if you are prior service?
A new ASVAB test is not required as long as previous ASVAB scores can be verified. However you are eligible to retake the ASVAB if necessary in order to qualify for a new MOS.
Does ROTC count as military service?
No. Students who enroll in ROTC don’t join the Army. They take an ROTC class for which they receive credit. It’s considered a college elective.
Do prior service get bonuses?
A qualifying Prior Service Soldier can receive a bonus amount of up to $20,000 for enlisting into designated skill positions. To determine your eligibility, ask your recruiter for more details.
