As a Marine, you will gain access to the competitive benefits to continue your education. 100% of your education expenses may be paid for by numerous federal government assistance programs such as The Montgomery G.I Bill, NROTC program,Tuition Assistance, and the Marine Corps College Fund (MCCF). Education Benefits and Programs The Montgomery G.I. Bill The Montgomery G.I … [Read more...]
Enrolling in DEERS
The Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System or DEERS is a military wide system that all dependents must be enrolled in to be recognized for military benefits. Being enrolled in DEERS is the first step to obtain a military identification card and access healthcare benefits through TRICARE. Military members are automatically registered in DEERS. When a soldier leaves … [Read more...]
Military Clause in Your Lease
When your spouse joins the military, the branch of service will either provide housing for dependents or will provide a housing allowance to pay for off-post living arrangements. If the family decides to live off post, it is up to them if they will rent or buy and how much of the rental payment or mortgage payment the housing allowance will cover. If you decide to rent, … [Read more...]
A Typical Day in Air Force Basic Military Training
0445 Reveille 0500 Downstairs in formation. Get ready for PC (Physical Conditioning) 0500-0600 PC. This will alternate. One day you run, the next day you do aerobic exercises. 0600-0615 Breakfast 0630-0745 Dorm Setup 0800-1130 Drilling, classes, records checks, shots, uniform issue, etc. … [Read more...]
Studying for Basic Military Training
Before you go to Basic Training, you may want to become familiar with the following basics that will be required of you. Air Force Ranks (both Officer and Enlisted) How to Perform the Military Salute The BMT Chain of Command The Air Force Song The Air Force Core Values The Airmen's Creed How to Report HOW TO REPORT When reporting to a superior, say, "Sir/Ma'am, Trainee (your … [Read more...]