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 sought to start an officer package however, after my third attempt on the OAR I scored a 43. Right now, I have:
Unfortunately while preparing to take the OAR again after my second attempt (scored 43 also), I severely underestimated the chances of me scoring the same. I continued to study, purchase online resources and receive tutor lessons. I felt confident going into my third try and scoring higher than a 43 but that did not happen. Now I am stuck with a score of 43 and an almost put together package. I was hoping to apply to the Intel community (obviously not now), Crypto or SWO IW.
Now I am seeking advice on what I should do next. I am conflicted whether to submit my package regardless of my low OAR score or forget submitting a package and find other avenues to take advantage of in the Navy. If you recommend that I do not submit this package, what other avenues could I take in the Navy (as a Corpsman) that can help lead me to my ultimate goal of working in the foreign affairs community?
Thank you
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 sought to start an officer package however, after my third attempt on the OAR I scored a 43. Right now, I have:
- 3 interviews completed by Intel officers who recommended me
- 3 LORs by a state representative I interned for, previous XO, and a LCDR I work under
- 3.5 GPA
Unfortunately while preparing to take the OAR again after my second attempt (scored 43 also), I severely underestimated the chances of me scoring the same. I continued to study, purchase online resources and receive tutor lessons. I felt confident going into my third try and scoring higher than a 43 but that did not happen. Now I am stuck with a score of 43 and an almost put together package. I was hoping to apply to the Intel community (obviously not now), Crypto or SWO IW.
Now I am seeking advice on what I should do next. I am conflicted whether to submit my package regardless of my low OAR score or forget submitting a package and find other avenues to take advantage of in the Navy. If you recommend that I do not submit this package, what other avenues could I take in the Navy (as a Corpsman) that can help lead me to my ultimate goal of working in the foreign affairs community?
Thank you