If I go from Reserves (just enlisted) to AD, will I be able to change my MOS before I go to basic, or am I stuck with what I got?

Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 22 Mar 2018 07:44:19 -0400

Would I be able to change my MOS before I went to basic or am I stuck with what I got? I’m currently a 25B which I think is cool but I want to go 35F if possible.

Response by SGT Eric Davis made Mar 22 at 2018 8:40 AM

SGT Eric Davis — Thu, 22 Mar 2018 08:40:28 -0400

When are you supposed to ship off? Changing your MOS and/or going from reserve to AD may also change your ship date. You should be able to change your MOS. Call your recruiter now to start the process

Response by SGM Bill Frazer made Mar 22 at 2018 9:55 AM

SGM Bill Frazer — Thu, 22 Mar 2018 09:55:04 -0400

Extremely doubtful- Army does not care what is cool. If you sign to just go AD, then they normally will take you in your MOS, instead of spending more money to retrain you. If you haven't gone to MOS school yet AND there is a bigger shortage of 35F compared to 25B, AND if you are qualified to try 35F- MAYBE.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 22 at 2018 7:36 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 22 Mar 2018 19:36:12 -0400

Being that you haven't been to basic, then you haven't been to AIT either. I would talk to an Active Army Recruiter. It should be easy for them to change you up.
Now, let me explain something to you, you do not want to be a 35F if you want to do something cool. If you are looking for something in Intel that is cool, 35N or 35P. Some would even say 35M. But definitely not F.

Response by SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 22 at 2018 8:57 PM

SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 22 Mar 2018 20:57:15 -0400

you'll have to be a deep loss, then reenlist as AD. You will also have to take the DLAB if you haven't already. You also lose all bonuses, and most likely wont be elligble for any additional bonuses.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 28 at 2020 4:02 AM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 28 Feb 2020 04:02:11 -0500

It’s all about funding and you already sign a contract. They already invested in you with that MOS and it’s the needs of the Army. Talk to your recruiter not sure how involved they are after you already went tk Meps.

Response by CPL Dave Quintano made May 18 at 2020 1:04 PM

CPL Dave Quintano — Mon, 18 May 2020 13:04:11 -0400

Depends on the unit you get assigned to AD. If they're long on 25D and short on 35F you might have a slim shot of getting it but if it's the other way around no chance but, again it's entirely their decision so I'd say 50-50 chance if ya pull on the right ears