What should OCS hopefuls major in?

[cricechex]

I know that I must take calculus and physics but do I need to majors in something like engineering? Does it matter even if I apply for OCS after I complete my degree as opposed to STA?

cricechex
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[ben]

If you're considering STA then I guess you're enlisted, right? I went the BDCP route and they take all majors. I took business calculus, which is much less intensive than the calculus that engineers take. Also, the only physics I've ever had was in high school. I don't know if that answers your questions but hopefully it helps a little. Good luck.

 

[erabe07]

The way I understand it, Technical degrees are preferred to other degrees. Still, its probably more important to major in something you are interested in (and therefore will generally do better in). Of course if you're intrested in a technical field (being a pilot hopeful maybe Aerospace Eng.) is the best way to go. My two cents worth is that its better to have a high GPA in a non-technical field then a low GPA in a technical field (although I'm just a lowly BDCP'er, and have no proof to back this up). I do know that in the BDCP program they prefer technical degrees and you can be enrolled in it for a year longer then with a non tech. degree (3 yrs vs. 2), but this wouldn't apply to you if you're going to apply for OCS after your degree is complete.

 

[cricechex]

bcgeib,
business calculus? I've never heard of that. I haven't left for RTC yet, but I am enlisted.
Thanks for the information.

 

[NeoCortex]

I took business Calc also, it's equivalent to Calc 1, but not quite as hard.

 

[ben]

yep, for business majors. you apply the math stuff to money related problems.

 

[NeoCortex]

Cricechex,
I would major in Advanced Hopscotch. IT's a great mix of Physics and PRT!!

Ben