Be a Commissioned Officer in the Army National Guard
Commissioned officers in the Army National Guard hold positions of great authority. They're decision-makers with a profound responsibility to their country and themselves.
To become an Officer, you must demonstrate character attributes including integrity, courage, leadership, intelligence, the ability to make major decisions and the willingness to accept moral responsibility for your decisions.
So how do you get there? You must have either a college degree or military experience, and complete one of the following programs:
- Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC)
- Officer Candidate School
- Direct Commission
- United States Military Academy at West Point
If you don't have a four-year degree, don't worry-the Guard can help you get it with our educational benefits packages.
If you think you have what it takes to serve America in this exceptional role, explore this section and contact your local recruiter to learn more.
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