Posted on Nov 9, 2022
(USMC OCS) Should I wait two years till commissioning?
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I'm 18 years old, hold a bachelor's degree, and meet all the required physical standards for entering marine OCS. However, I am unclear as if I need to wait until I become 20 to attend. If someone could explain the age requirement and/or hand out some advice it would be greatly appreciated.
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Take the advice of an Army grunt for what it's worth. Understand the confusion about the age as it apparently differs based on the commissioning source*.
It does appear that you have to be at least 20 if you go through OCC.
If you want a definitive answer, you need to talk to a Marine recruiter.
https://rmi.marines.com/request-information
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* https://www.cbirf.marines.mil/Portals/16/Officer%20Program%20Matrix%20(1).doc
It does appear that you have to be at least 20 if you go through OCC.
If you want a definitive answer, you need to talk to a Marine recruiter.
https://rmi.marines.com/request-information
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* https://www.cbirf.marines.mil/Portals/16/Officer%20Program%20Matrix%20(1).doc
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LtCol Robert Quinter
Great advice, however, see the Officer Selection Officer in your area instead of the recruiter. The recruiter will do his best to get you to enlist!
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