
Marine Officer Info
The process of becoming a Marine Officer will go in this order:
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Applying for a Commissioning Program
- Commissioning (OCS or USNA Graduation)
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The Basic School (Basic Officer Training)
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Military Occupational Skills (MOS) Training
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Arriving at your Unit (The Fleet Marine Forces)
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Who Should Be An Officer?
Is an officer career right for you? Is this the way you want to experience the Marine Corps? What should you expect?
Officer Contracts
Commissioning Programs
Officer Fitness Requirements
Marines are fit. To lead Marines, you must be able to PT at a high level. A PFT below 285 will hurt your competitive chances at commissioning.
Active vs Reserves
What are the main differences between Active Duty and Reserve Marines? Which one is a better fit for you?
Five Paragraph Orders
At TBS and OCS you'll be learning about and working to perfect the 5 Paragraph Order. Get a headstart now.
MOS Schools
Every officer attends a specialty MOS school or set of schools. These can range from 4 weeks to 6 months or longer.
The Fleet - Good, Bad, and Ugly
Marines are going to do Marine things. You'll operate in a constrained environment doing the most with the least. Here's some things to expect.
Taking Control of Your Career
Understand the highs and lows, the hurdles, and how to get the most of your time leading Marines.