If I have a desire to be an officer in the Air Force, but they don't have a need for my degree for at least another year, should I enlist?

Generally enlisted recruiters will tell you there are no officer billets to get you to enlist; this gives them points towards quotas (at least that is how it used to be although the official story line is different now).

You need to actually speak to an officer program recruiter before making any decisions. And further, what field do you want to serve in? You could for instance, become a Navy Nuclear Power Officer.

Linda Hurley With your degree and high AFOQT score, I would consider the other branches before considering going enlisted. Thank you for wanting to serve our country. Please keep us posted on your decision. Good luck.

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Look at all of your options for a commission, in every uniformed service and military branch. If you are interested in Grad School, there are commissioning programs tied to Law school and medical school. Do some research into all options. This would include potential commissioning programs in the guard and reserve. If you wish to receive a commission, enlisting now, may delay the opportunity. good luck!