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What degree is awarded to graduates of the U.S. Naval Academy?

  • Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
  • Bachelor of Science (B.S.) (correct)
  • Associate of Science (A.S.)
  • Master of Science (M.S.)

    • Which of the following is NOT a focus area of the academic curriculum at the U.S. Naval Academy?

  • Engineering
  • History (correct)
  • Physics
  • Math

    • What is the minimum active duty service obligation for officers appointed from the U.S. Naval Academy?

  • 3 years
  • 10 years
  • 8 years
  • 5 years (correct)

    • Where is the Naval Academy Preparatory School (NAPS) located?

    <p>Newport, RI</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What status do students hold while attending the Naval Academy Preparatory School?

    <p>Active duty enlisted status</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When do candidates report to the U.S. Naval Academy for Plebe Summer?

    <p>Late June or early July</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who can provide additional information regarding USNA and NAPS?

    <p>The fleet coordinator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary benefit for students attending the U.S. Naval Academy?

    <p>They receive pay of a midshipman along with tuition, room, and board</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary financial support offered to STA-21 students for their educational expenses?

    <p>Up to $10,000 per year paid to the university</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must applicants provide as part of the basic eligibility requirements for STA-21?

    <p>A certified copy of SAT or ACT scores</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true regarding STA-21 officer candidates?

    <p>They must hold leadership positions within their NROTC unit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum age requirement to complete degree requirements and be commissioned in the STA-21 program?

    <p>27th birthday with potential waivers to 29</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which basic eligibility requirement cannot be waived for STA-21 applicants?

    <p>Citizenship of the United States</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a condition for students participating in the STA-21 SPECWAR or EOD option programs?

    <p>Maintenance of specific program qualifications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to Special Duty Assignment Pays when a member transfers to NSI under the STA-21 program?

    <p>They cease immediately</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the requirement for the STA-21 application deadline?

    <p>Submit by 1 July</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT true about the STA-21 educational funding?

    <p>Tuition assistance is available</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is expected of STA-21 students during summer academic sessions?

    <p>They are required to attend classes on campus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key eligibility requirement for applicants to the Officer Candidate School program?

    <p>Must be at least 19 years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a requirement for the Medical Enlisted Commissioning Program?

    <p>Must have previous nursing experience</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum active duty obligation for graduates of the Officer Candidate School?

    <p>4 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the deadline for forwarding inactive duty applications for LDO and CWO?

    <p>1 December of the application year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a basic eligibility requirement for LDO applicants?

    <p>At least 10 years of active duty service</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which application condition must applicants meet for the Medical Enlisted Commissioning Program?

    <p>Must be recommended by their Commanding Officer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For the Officer Candidate School, what is required regarding physical fitness?

    <p>Meet two consecutive 'good-low' final PRT scores</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What physical fitness standard must LDO applicants meet at the time of application?

    <p>Satisfactory medium or higher</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required of SELRES personnel when applying for LDO?

    <p>Must apply to the inactive duty board</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum age limit for candidates reporting to the U.S. Naval Academy on Induction Day?

    <p>23 years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a specific duty requirement for students selected for the Medical Enlisted Commissioning Program?

    <p>Complete nursing degree requirements in 36 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a disqualification criterion for LDO applicants?

    <p>Any substantiated drug or alcohol abuse in the last three years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum age for applicants by the time of initial commissioning appointment?

    <p>42 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For CWO applicants, what is the maximum years of active duty service allowed?

    <p>19 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which educational qualification is required for the Officer Candidate School program?

    <p>Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following criteria is NOT applicable for CWO applicants?

    <p>Have a minimum of 8 years of service</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a critical condition for applicants to maintain good standing for OCS?

    <p>Have no disciplinary action within 3 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a requirement for MSC IPP applicants?

    <p>Must be a citizen of the United States</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which program offers an opportunity for enlisted personnel to earn a commission in various naval specialties?

    <p>Seaman to Admiral-21 Program</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Medical Service Corps In-service Procurement Program?

    <p>To provide officers for the Nurse Corps</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Selectees in MSC IPP can pursue which of the following while on active duty?

    <p>Advanced degree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the application process for Officer Candidate School?

    <p>Applications are accepted continuously throughout the year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is true regarding the LDO and CWO programs?

    <p>CPOs (E7 through E9) may qualify for these programs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary focus during the selection process for the STA-21 program?

    <p>Academic and leadership potential</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What component does the STA-21 program include for developing naval officer competency?

    <p>Naval Science Institute</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the initial appointment rank for active duty personnel selected for LDO?

    <p>Ensign</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What age-related requirement is there for the Medical Enlisted Commissioning Program?

    <p>Candidates must complete their degree by 42 years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of educational institution is associated with the STA-21 program?

    <p>Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps-affiliated university</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which is NOT a financial support option for MECP students?

    <p>Tuition assistance program</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long do MSC IPP students have to complete their degrees?

    <p>24 to 48 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one eligibility requirement concerning disciplinary action for applicants?

    <p>No recent record of disciplinary action in the past 3 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum duration of full-time study for STA-21 participants?

    <p>36 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which rank do active duty CWOs receive upon selection for LDO?

    <p>Lieutenant Junior Grade (LTJG)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required to meet physical qualifications for LDO and CWO applicants?

    <p>Reference to the Manual of Medical Department standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are inactive duty applications to be postmarked by when submitting the addenda?

    <p>15 March of the calendar year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum active duty obligation for personnel selected for LDO?

    <p>4 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group is ineligible to apply for MSC IPP?

    <p>Reservists on ADSW</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must applicants possess for the specialty they are applying for?

    <p>Qualifying degree or transferable college credit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are LDO and CWO programs typically structured?

    <p>They are technically oriented and specific to occupational fields.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the acronym MSC represent in this context?

    <p>Medical Service Corps</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Commissioning Programs for Enlisted Personnel

    • Naval Academy (USNA) and Naval Academy Preparatory School (NAPS):

      • USNA, in Annapolis, MD, is a program for qualified individuals to become Navy or Marine Corps officers.
      • Midshipmen receive pay, tuition, room, and board.
      • Plebe Summer begins in late June/early July.
      • Program focuses on technical fields (engineering, math, physics).
      • Leads to appointments in Unrestricted Line (URL) communities (Surface Warfare, Submarines, Aviation, Special Warfare, EOD).
      • USMC appointments are also offered.
      • Graduates receive a Bachelor of Science degree and commissions (ensigns or second lieutenants).
      • Minimum service obligation: 5 years active duty, 3 years Individual Ready Reserve.
      • NAPS provides intensive training for USNA.
      • NAPS students are in active duty enlisted status, July to May.
      • Located at Officer Training Command (OTC), Newport, RI.
      • Successful NAPS graduates receive USNA appointments.
      • Eligibility: US citizen, good moral character (no disciplinary action in past 3 years), 17-23 years old (on Induction Day), unmarried, physically qualified, nominated by SECNAV, recommended by CO.

    • Officer Candidate School (OCS):

      • OCS is for individuals with a baccalaureate degree,
      • Selectees choose their designators within URL, RL, and staff corps (Appendix H).
      • 12-week program at OTC, Newport, RI.
      • Enlisted E4 or below become officer candidates, advancing to E5.
      • E5 and above remain in their current paygrade as candidates.
      • Graduates are appointed ensigns, with a minimum 4-year active duty obligation (higher for some designators).
      • Eligibility: US citizen, good moral character, baccalaureate or advanced degree, 19+ years old, meets designator-specific age limitations (reference), meets program qualifications and aptitude scores, physically qualified (2 consecutive "good-low" PRT scores), recommended by CO.
      • Applications are accepted continuously.

    • Medical Enlisted Commissioning Program (MECP):

      • MECP is for active duty enlisted personnel pursuing a Nurse Corps (NC) commission.
      • Not a pre-med program.
      • Students earn a nursing degree (baccalaureate), fully-paid except tuition, fees, books, and expenses.
      • Can use VEAP or MGIB benefits (not tuition assistance).
      • Program is 36 consecutive academic months, full-time, year-round, beginning in the fall.
      • Commissioned as ensigns (NC), with an 8-year military service obligation (minimum 4 years active duty).
      • Eligibility: US citizen, good moral character, active duty (Navy, Marine Corps or Navy Reserve), no ADSW, recall, or CANREC eligibility, graduate prior to 42 years old, high school graduate/GED, complete nursing degree requirements within 36 consecutive months, physically qualified, recommended by CO.
      • Applications are due following the NAVADMIN announcement.

    • Medical Service Corps In-service Procurement Program (MSC IPP):

      • Opportunity for active duty enlisted E5-E9 to become MSC officers.
      • Some programs offer baccalaureate or master's degrees.
      • Candidates can have a qualifying degree, some college credit, or be able to complete a graduate degree while maintaining active duty pay and allowances.
      • 24-48 month completion time (dependent on the program).
      • Graduating commission: lieutenant (junior grade) or lieutenant (pharmacy program).
      • Eligibility: US citizen, good moral character, active duty (no ADSW, recall, or CANREC), E5-E9 paygrade, under 42 years old, qualifying degree or minimum transferable college credit, physically qualified, recommended by CO.
      • Applications are due by the date announced in a NAVADMIN.

    • Limited Duty Officer (LDO) and Chief Warrant Officer (CWO) Programs:

      • For senior enlisted personnel (E7-E9), and selected E6s, and CWOs.
      • Open to both active duty and SELRES personnel.
      • Active duty: ensign (O1E).
      • SELRES: ensign (O1) or LTJG (O2E) – details depend on service years beyond 4 years active duty .
      • CWOs: CWO2 (active/in-active) or CWO3 (active duty E9 with 2 years time-in-rate).
      • LDOs: technically-oriented officers in specific fields, managerial skills required; CWOs are technical specialists in specific fields
      • Eligibility for LDO: US citizen, good moral character, active duty E7-E8 or E6 selectee for E7, 8-16 active service years, or 8-16 TQFS for SELRES, high school graduate/GED, physically qualified, recommends CO.
      • Eligibility for CWO: US citizen, good moral character, active duty E7-E9 or E6 selectees, 12-22 years of active duty or 12-22 TQFS, high school graduate/GED, physically qualified, recommends CO.
      • Active duty application deadlines are in NAVADMINs (usually May).
      • SELRES application deadlines are in NAVADMINs (usually June).

    • Seaman to Admiral–21 (STA-21) Program:

      • Commissioning program for highly motivated active duty enlisted personnel (Navy or Navy Reserve).
      • Excludes personnel on ACDUTRA, AT, or I-ACDUTRA.
      • Leads to commissions in the URL, NC, SC, CEC, or special duty (IW, Intel).
      • Two components:
        • Naval Science Institute (NSI): 8-week officer training at OTC Newport.
        • Full-time, year-round study at an NROTC-affiliated university (up to 36 months).
      • Full pay, allowances, and benefits.
      • Supplement of up to $10,000 per year for tuition, books, and fees.
      • No Tuition assistance or MGIB benefits applicable.
      • Eligibility: US citizen, good moral character, active duty or Reserve, high school graduate or GED, complete a baccalaureate degree in 36 months, under 27 years old (some program-specific waivers).
      • Must submit SAT or ACT scores within 3 years of the application.

    • Active Duty Flying Chief Warrant Officer Pilot Program:

      • Still in development, evaluating the effectiveness of creating flying specialists.

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    This quiz covers the commissioning programs for enlisted personnel at the Naval Academy and Naval Academy Preparatory School. Learn about the key aspects of midshipmen training, degree requirements, and service obligations in preparing for a career as Navy or Marine Corps officers.

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