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MILITARY HOUSING
Many factors come into play when determining housing for a military service member.
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OFF-DUTY ACTIVITIES
From fitness to volunteering to intramural sports, how you spend your free time is up to you. Learn more about rewarding extracurricular activities.
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FAMILY & SOCIAL LIFE
Joining the Army is the opportunity to be a part of something greater than a nine to five office job. Army Soldiers have strength of body and character. They carry out orders with pride, and they are equipped to lead in any situation that requires a firm hand and a strong voice.
You will likely have questions about your son or daughter’s day-to-day life. For a young adult, the decision to join the Army will be the most important choice of his or her life. But that decision can be difficult to make without the support of family and friends. This section is designed to help you understand the benefits of military service, and what you can expect for the future.
COMPLETING THE JOINING PROCESS
After deciding which Service branch and service type they're interested in pursuing, the best way for someone to get answers to any questions they have about the Military is to meet with a recruiter.
EXPLORE THE ENLISTMENT PROCESS
If a potential recruit wishes to become an officer, the time from deciding to join to being commissioned and entering the Military will vary. Factors include his or her level of education and the type of experience they’d like to have during their training.
EXPLORE BECOMING A MILITARY OFFICER
Commissioned officers generally enter the Military with a four-year college degree or greater, or receive officer training following tours of enlisted service. Officers are generally employed in management roles or highly specialized fields that require professional…