Hello all, I have just registered to use the forum, but have been reading it for quite a few months. First, a little about myself.
I am an enlisted E-5 on shore duty in Japan. I am 27, been in for just over 9, and was accepted to OCS as a SNA in April of this year . Here is what I can tell you and I hope it helps calm your fears about your package. My EAOS was in May of 02, I just finished my B.S. from Embry-Riddle with a 3.0 GPA in January. I was strapped for time because it was either go officer or get out, either way I didn't have much time.
My package was compiled like this: OPNAV 1420.1, last 3 evaluations (two must promotes and 1 early promote), Flight physical, Officer interviews (3)(try to have an O-3,4,&5 do the interview), awards, cover letter, and first endorsement, transcripts, and that's it. Some people say that it helps to have letters of recommendation included, but I don't think it matters. I think they are looking for hard-chargers and people who can handle the stress. I am a living example that the age waiver for prior enlisted works. I just turned 27 in July...so no problems there.
I believe that there are two things that helped me get in. I earned my B.S. while on active duty, start to finish in three years, with a 3.0 average and I was ranked 5 of 76 E-5 at my command. The personal statement also needs to be strong so that the board can get a good idea of your morals and values as well as what you have to offer the Navy as an officer.
Here's the thing with me though, I got the phone number of the civilian guy that actually receives and pre-screens the packages when they get sent out (have your command send them by FedEx). I called him to verify receipt of my package and at the same time hinted around as to when I might know if I was selected or not. He tells me, "yeah, I have your package right here. We'll probably review it today (Monday), and if you call me on Friday (the same week), i'll tell you if you made it or not." I had an e-mail sitting in my in-box on Wednesday morning notifying me of SELECTION! I was stoked. I had only studied for the ASTB for a few weeks, and had to take it after standing a 2400-0800 watch. So to make a long story longer, if I can do it, surely many more can too. This guy's name is:
Ed Phillips
Officer Programs (Code 3118)
Navy Recruiting Command
5722 Integrity Drive
Millington, TN 38054
(901) 874-9220 DSN 882-9220
FAX (901) 874-9230
E-MAIL: PHILLIPSE@CNRC.NAVY.MIL
A word of caution! I wouldn't contact this guy before you send him your package, and I surely wouldn't bug him too much after he gets it. Good luck to you all. By the way, is anyone headed over to P-cola in December? I have a class start date of 8 Dec 02. Later, Cass
I am an enlisted E-5 on shore duty in Japan. I am 27, been in for just over 9, and was accepted to OCS as a SNA in April of this year . Here is what I can tell you and I hope it helps calm your fears about your package. My EAOS was in May of 02, I just finished my B.S. from Embry-Riddle with a 3.0 GPA in January. I was strapped for time because it was either go officer or get out, either way I didn't have much time.
My package was compiled like this: OPNAV 1420.1, last 3 evaluations (two must promotes and 1 early promote), Flight physical, Officer interviews (3)(try to have an O-3,4,&5 do the interview), awards, cover letter, and first endorsement, transcripts, and that's it. Some people say that it helps to have letters of recommendation included, but I don't think it matters. I think they are looking for hard-chargers and people who can handle the stress. I am a living example that the age waiver for prior enlisted works. I just turned 27 in July...so no problems there.
I believe that there are two things that helped me get in. I earned my B.S. while on active duty, start to finish in three years, with a 3.0 average and I was ranked 5 of 76 E-5 at my command. The personal statement also needs to be strong so that the board can get a good idea of your morals and values as well as what you have to offer the Navy as an officer.
Here's the thing with me though, I got the phone number of the civilian guy that actually receives and pre-screens the packages when they get sent out (have your command send them by FedEx). I called him to verify receipt of my package and at the same time hinted around as to when I might know if I was selected or not. He tells me, "yeah, I have your package right here. We'll probably review it today (Monday), and if you call me on Friday (the same week), i'll tell you if you made it or not." I had an e-mail sitting in my in-box on Wednesday morning notifying me of SELECTION! I was stoked. I had only studied for the ASTB for a few weeks, and had to take it after standing a 2400-0800 watch. So to make a long story longer, if I can do it, surely many more can too. This guy's name is:
Ed Phillips
Officer Programs (Code 3118)
Navy Recruiting Command
5722 Integrity Drive
Millington, TN 38054
(901) 874-9220 DSN 882-9220
FAX (901) 874-9230
E-MAIL: PHILLIPSE@CNRC.NAVY.MIL
A word of caution! I wouldn't contact this guy before you send him your package, and I surely wouldn't bug him too much after he gets it. Good luck to you all. By the way, is anyone headed over to P-cola in December? I have a class start date of 8 Dec 02. Later, Cass
