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Hi everyone, Didn't see a forum for this upcoming SWO board so I wanted to start one to see if anyone else applied this time around! First time applying with a Bachelor's in Poli Sci with a 3.3 GPA! OAR of 48 Board is close & getting excited/nervous as I saw those who applied for 19FEB SWO...

Hey guys, first time posting here. Really liking this forum so far, it’s super helpful. Don’t think this has been asked before on airwarriors: can you apply to Navy OCS before college graduation if you’re currently enlisted in another branch? I’m active duty USCG looking to go SWO, and I’d...

Currently enlisted here. So I've decided to start my package for OCS. Ultimately I'm aiming to being an IP officer, but due to my less-than-stellar GPA, I'm okay with going the SWO-IP route. I know that getting the important documents for ones package is a marathon in and of itself, but the...

To preface this, I am currently in my transition from active duty to reserves. Was stationed on a ship in Japan my whole time, so I dont really know how it works as a stateside reservist. I suppose my biggest question is: What billets are available to an 1110 reservist? Am I limited to what is...

I am currently preparing my package for the SWO board. I am a criminal Justice major graduating in may. My first choice would be Intel but I am right below the GPA requirement. I have kept a 3.5 the last 2 years, but my very poor grades my first 2 years are holding me back. While I don’t mind...

Hi, any advice on Hawaii as a homeport? good place to live? have a car? etc. I am single, 22, SWO select for OCS looking (hoping) to get Hawaii as a homeport. Any advice is welcome, if you have been stationed in Hawaii please let me know how your experience was and the quality of living...

Greetings AWs, This will be my first time applying for OCS. I thought a thread for the August board would be helpful to start for those interested. AD: AWR1 / E-6 TIS: 9 years (waiver) OAR: 45 AGE: 33 (waiver) PRGM APPLYING FOR: SWO only UNDERGRAD: BS in Sociology, GPA 2.98 (Graduated in 2011...

I've gone back and forth trying to decide between the two and would love some feedback from anyone who is willing to give it. I believe that my longterm goals are related to the intelligence community at large, however, I don't feel like I know enough about either community (SWO or intel) to...

Can you redesignate from SWO to SNA at navy OCS? Additionally, If I am already selected for SWO OCS June 2023, can I switch to SNA or reapply without giving up my class spot? Thanks all info is helpful.

Didn’t see a thread for this class so made one.

Hello! I am needing some advice on what possible steps I can take towards achieving a career in international relations/foreign affairs. I am new to the Navy (have only been in for a little over a year) and I completed my Bachelors degree in Political Science this year. After completing it, I...

This may be a dumb question, I’m currently active duty and my package is ready to submit, the 1420 says to send packages to officerapplications@navy.mil, but the PA says if you have a waiver to send it to CNRC PRB, but there is no address. My friend who recently commissioned remembers having to...

May be jumping the gun on this thread. But it doesn't look like there is one. Please post stats and questions. Good luck everyone!

Starting a new thread for those procrastinators not able to get their packages in before the cutoff for the 22FEB board. Application deadline for this board is March 12th. I'm an E5 SELRES, 55 OAR and 3.11 GPA in Business Admin. Look forward to hearing from other hopeful SWOs.

Hey AirWarriors and SWOrriors Do any of you know of any Youtube vloggers who make videos about their day-to-day or past experiences as a SWO? C.W. Lemoine and Hasard Lee make educational videos about the daily life of fighter pilots. Nicky MGTV and JTSuits make educational videos about the...

Good Evening, I have been working on getting to a SWO board for several board cycles now and my medical stuff just went through! I was told by my recruiter that there are is not going to be a February SWO board any longer? That they were shutting off the pipeline due to COVID concerns? I can't...

I am currently a junior in high school and I know I want to be a Navy Officer. My best and favorite careers are STEM/Number related. So, I was thinking CW or IP. But, I found out that you cannot receive those commissions from NROTC. I am very academically smart and a good leader. Do you think...

Greetings! Starting this up to see if anyone else here will be submitting for this board.

I love the ole “hurry up and wait” adage. I began this process in January 2017. If at first you don’t succeed keep trying right? I have been on only two boards since then. But I am hopeful that the SWO board I am on for 08 APR 2019 is it! How long have you been applying, waiting on MEPS...

Hey guys. Long time reader, first post. I am completely done with my packet for SWO (56 OAR, 3.35 GPA, Marketing degree, 5+years in management). I'm only waiting for a consultation regarding my eyesight. In 2011 I attempted to enlist and was told by my recruiter, "They're not letting you in...

I’m assuming someone else out there has had this happen to them or knows what to do in my situation. My second choice SWO approved me and gave me a leave date for April 14th. My first choice INTEL won’t be posting results until the end of April. Obviously there’s a timing issues here. Do I...

Good Morning All, I am submitting my package this July for SWO. However, where I am stationed at, there aren’t any SWO’s, at all, not even close by. What is the best way to go about getting a SWO interview? After all, I only need 1 of the 3 to be SWO. Thanks for your help. Dean

I recently applied for SWO and SNA. I was picked up for SNA, but not SWO. While I understand this selection is an incredible opportunity, I have to consider all of the options. I applied to grad school and was recently accepted into my dream Masters program. I am wondering if it would harm my...

Hello all! I am starting a thread for those who are applying to the 11FEB19 SWO board because I did not find one already made. Please be sure to add yourself to the googledoc below so we can track who is selected. Good luck everyone...

ALCON, Below is a link to the Navy Recruiting Command's portal site; CAC Card required. Please make sure you select your "DOD EMAIL" certificate to gain access. https://mpte.navy.deps.mil/sites/nrc/n3/n31/SitePages/Home.aspx It is updated weekly and will help you stay up to date on any...

ALCON, Per Mr. Ted Williams, attached is the latest and greatest checklist. Apparently they have been submitting updates to NPC for the past 2 years but their inputs/requests have fallen on def ears. V/r, YNX(AW)

Thought I would make this board.

It seems like people have a lot of negative things to say about SWO, why is that? Is the quality of life just sucky? is it overmanned and people are annoyingly competitive ? What's so wrong with SWOs? also how hard/easy is it to get accepted by an OCS board

Since we're about three months out, I thought I'd start this board. Checking in for this. Packets are due April 6th.

I recently graduated from OCS and received endless amounts of questions about it. To help I started creating a video series on YouTube. If you would like to check it out the link is below. Hopefully they help you on your OCS journey.

A little early to start this, but just submitted everything. Packets are due 26 JAN 18. Good luck everyone.

So my XO says that service assignments should be coming out earlier this year. Last year they came out on October 12th, and that was supposedly "late". Does anyone have an update? I'm so anxious.

This thread is for those of us who are applying to the 23 OCT 17 SWO Board. Recommended NRD due date: 22 SEP 17 NRC due date: 25 SEP 17 Board convenes: 23 OCT 17 Good luck to all who are applying.

Currently heading into my 1/C year at the only State Maritime Academy that does not have an NROTC Battalion or cross-town option. Having opted out of the SSMP (Formerly "MMR") program due to their shortage of Active Component billets, I will graduate in June 2018 with a B.S. in Marine...

Hi everyone! I noticed in the most recent board schedule posted there is "SWO-IDC options" included in the Intel board. So I was trying to find more information on this because when I asked my recruiter, he had never heard of it and didn't think it was a thing. From what I have found just...

So, I'm taking the OAR/ASTB exams in less than two weeks. Is that enough time to prepare? Let me give you a little bit of background. I'm 25. I graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park with a 3.45 GPA. I am in my last year of law school, and I do plan on getting barred. I've...

Hello, I'm currently in active pursuit for a career in the Navy and am looking for insight on my current situation. I recently was denied by the two boards I applied for (Supply Corps and Aviation-NFO). I took the ASTB-E and received a 47, 4/4/5 and I realize my scores were not too impressive...

Good evening, What is the processs for AD prior enlisted after graduating OCS specifically for SWO officers with dependents. I have three children and wife and they will of course stay in San diego while I am in OCS. I look through some threads and it looks like ships are picked halfway through...

Just curious, what are the common ship types that a new SWO is usually stationed on fresh out of OCS/ whatever additional schooling may be required? Also, can a new SWO end up being station with a Marine unit? Besides Japan, are there any other stations usually open for a new SWO outside of the...

NRD-LA Processor informed me of a 24 Oct SWO Board. Since the page only posted for August, which isnt open to everyone, and December, which is very far away, here you go!

I had a conversation recently with my recruiter. He decided to look into vision requirements for unrestricted line officers after I informed him that I was open to seeking a commission as a SWO. I already took the ASTB-E (and have fairly competitive scores with my GPA), plan on going to MEPS, am...

Hi all, Now that we're almost a week away, here's an extended version for the upcoming IDC board thread ( posted for 03/07/2016 date) Which designators are you applying for? and what is your background?

Hi I'm Rebecca 33 year old, this is my first post. It has been my dream since I was 7 to be a commissioned officer in Navy. So far I have talked to an Army OR he states I have a very good chance of getting into OCS. I'm looking to apply AF,Navy and Army. I have BS in Business Management/...

Can you apply to multiple programs at once? In my situation, I would like to apply to CEC and SWO. Is that frowned upon by the individual boards or is it no problem? Thanks

Hi! I am a college student and two years ago I made the dumbest mistake I could have ever done. I got charged for petty theft. I did get a diversion and never did anything like that ever since. Now I am completing my NASIS and see that it is asking if I had ever been fired from a job before...

Hello all, I am currently in the process of applying to be a Navy intelligence officer. My recruiter was straight up with me and warned me that my chances of getting intel are fairly low, given the nature of intelligence and the fact that I have no prior military experience. I have a B.A. in...

Quickly, here’s my background: Political science undergraduate (BS) from a well-known state school (think UCLA, Ohio State), worked my way through school, 3.1 GPA Went to work for Fortune 500 company, ranked 9th most promising co. in America by Forbes. Started as a consultant, moved up into two...

Fresh out of college with an engineering degree, currently working in civilian desk job cube farm, bored as hell. Interested in the Navy as something more challenging and exciting. Looking for some more information about: -what exactly a SWO does -how is day to day life as a SWO while at sea...