Well done. The process and interview itself are certainly daunting, especially if you don't have prior experience. You will enjoy the experience, and OCS as a whole. It is a fulfilling endeavor to serve as a US Army Officer in the current military. Take it all in, and don't take yourself to seriously all the time, it'll go by fast.
I was a draftee in 1968 during the height of the Vietnam war. I ended up graduating from Infantry OCS at Ft. Benning in 8/1969, class 27-69. We were lucky because at the time, due to the need for combat officers, board interviews were waived.
This was very useful thanks for the informative video now i know what the process is like. I am interested in joining the Navy as an officer but the recruiter is trying to let me join as a regular recruit. You are very handsome by the way. Cant wait to see you in your uniform ;)
I have a question man. I finished my interview and it went great. They said they are accepting me and pushing me forward to the next step which is the USAREC board. This is not in person. Did you experience this as well? I’m praying I get selected it’s all I want. Thank you.
After submitting your OCS packet, do you automatically get an interview before they accept/reject you or can/do they do that strictly based on your packet?
Once you submit your packet, itll be reviewed in its entirety. A decision will then be made on whether or not to send the applicant before the OCS Board for an interview. The interview is the last step and every applicant has to complete it. Once the interview is complete then you will hear back on whether or not you were accepted to OCS.
Christine Sayago i am going through this process and I heard from my recruiter that roughly 80% of the people that make it to the board get accepted. My board date is march 8th.
Christine Sayago i literally found out a couple hrs after my interview that I had gotten accepted! We werent briefed on the passing rate for my particular group but it is of my understanding that the majority of people end up passing for the board.
Roger Carter... so when did you end up swearing in and how far out after that did you ship? Also, what were your apft scores and were they brought up? My board is coming up next month.
I swore in sept and shipped out jan 2nd since it was the end of the fiscal year. During the interview process my apft scores were not brought up at all. My score was a 284 at the time. Just focus on the interview questions and continue working out! You will be fine!
Wilde Japito i wasnt prior. I’d imagine the need for reserve officers is a lower priority nonetheless there are some reserve candidates that are in ocs with me currently. Id say just make sure your packet is squared away the best it can be and you shouldnt have a problem.
Well done. The process and interview itself are certainly daunting, especially if you don't have prior experience. You will enjoy the experience, and OCS as a whole. It is a fulfilling endeavor to serve as a US Army Officer in the current military. Take it all in, and don't take yourself to seriously all the time, it'll go by fast.
Just wanted to say thanks for this video, helping me feel more confident for my own interview
Not a problem, Good luck with your interview!
Thank you! I’ve been thinking to go the officer route but interviews kinda scared me. But this information definitely helped me to be more confident.
My OCS Board is tomorrow. Thanks for the advice.
How did it go? Was it virtual due to covid?
Congratulations Roger Carter
. All the best!
I was a draftee in 1968 during the height of the Vietnam war. I ended up graduating from Infantry OCS at Ft. Benning in 8/1969, class 27-69. We were lucky because at the time, due to the need for combat officers, board interviews were waived.
Appreciate this.
Hey you’re in echo now right? I think I’ve seen you here! I was watching your videos before I went to my board!
Hey! Yes I was, just finished up finally😌... Which company are u in?
Roger Carter Congratulations LT! I’m in bravo
Briana Underwood i see! well anyway good luck with everything. It’ll be over before you know it!
Hi ! I have seen from others they don’t physically meet the board. Basically they accept or not.
Interesting that could have been due to COVID.
This was very useful thanks for the informative video now i know what the process is like. I am interested in joining the Navy as an officer but the recruiter is trying to let me join as a regular recruit. You are very handsome by the way. Cant wait to see you in your uniform ;)
Better get used to saying Hooah and not Hoorah before you ship.
Zoeth 😂😂
I have a question man. I finished my interview and it went great. They said they are accepting me and pushing me forward to the next step which is the USAREC board. This is not in person. Did you experience this as well? I’m praying I get selected it’s all I want. Thank you.
How'd it go? What was your experience? I'm going this route as well
@@SoFly2H2D it went well bro. I got selected and I am leaving for BCT in a few weeks then OCS.
@@FlyLikeDaWind congrats man! any specific questions you got on the interview you could share to help a brotha out?
@@FlyLikeDaWindcongrats bro, I have my board in august… may I ask what your gpa was I’m a bit scared that mine is too low, 2.9??
Congratulations! How long did it take you from first talking to your recruiter to being accepted?
George Sigar thanks! The entire process took around 7 months for me.
What was your APFT score at the time of your board? Thank you for the very informative videos!
southernbenz it was a 284
PFT Stud! Way to go.
After submitting your OCS packet, do you automatically get an interview before they accept/reject you or can/do they do that strictly based on your packet?
Once you submit your packet, itll be reviewed in its entirety. A decision will then be made on whether or not to send the applicant before the OCS Board for an interview. The interview is the last step and every applicant has to complete it. Once the interview is complete then you will hear back on whether or not you were accepted to OCS.
How soon did you find out after the OCS board that you would accepted/denied?
Christine Sayago i am going through this process and I heard from my recruiter that roughly 80% of the people that make it to the board get accepted. My board date is march 8th.
Whoa be yourself, they just want to see that you have potential and that you’re in the right mindset. I got approved :)
@@xtne.e1100 what kind of questions do they ask?
Christine Sayago i literally found out a couple hrs after my interview that I had gotten accepted! We werent briefed on the passing rate for my particular group but it is of my understanding that the majority of people end up passing for the board.
Roger Carter yeah, I found out right after the last interview. They rounded us up together and told us we’re all good to go.
What leadership positions did you hold before interviewing?
Dominic Dewey I had a few leadership roles in some of the organizations that I was in while in college.
Roger Carter... so when did you end up swearing in and how far out after that did you ship? Also, what were your apft scores and were they brought up?
My board is coming up next month.
I swore in sept and shipped out jan 2nd since it was the end of the fiscal year. During the interview process my apft scores were not brought up at all. My score was a 284 at the time. Just focus on the interview questions and continue working out! You will be fine!
Where you previously enlisted. I am trying to go in reserve officer, will that be had for them to accept me🤔
Wilde Japito i wasnt prior. I’d imagine the need for reserve officers is a lower priority nonetheless there are some reserve candidates that are in ocs with me currently. Id say just make sure your packet is squared away the best it can be and you shouldnt have a problem.
So they don't have a board panel after the interview for non prior service?
Smooth Progression i was told the board interview is the final step. Next thing to do is swear in.
Wow that's awesome. Congrats!!!
Smooth Progression thanks man!
oorah army, rangers lead the way
What's your insta?
MrCarter112
@@MrCarter85 just sent you a request! Just crushed my boards with flying colors