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Officer or enlisted in Army Airborne Infantry?
It has always been my dream to serve in the Armed Forces. When I was younger, the branch I wanted to join would change, but I have pretty much narrowed it down to a be a Paratrooper in the Army Infantry. The problem I have currently run into is whether I want to be an Officer, or enlisted. I am in High School, and lately I have been dead set in trying to get into West Point. I am still a lower classman, but the earlier I start, the better. Reality is setting in though. Out of 10,000 that apply, only around 2,000 make it, and those are genius people that are way smarter than I am. I play baseball, and am not in any in school clubs. The only club I do out of school is Civil air Patrol, and I interview Veterans on their war experiences. I'm not stupid, I'm just average. I have, I would say upper upper 80s-lower 90s in classes, and a lower 90s average. I'm not a genius. I'm not all that social or popular, therefor I can't show my leadership skills. I want this more than anything, but I don't know if I should waste my time if there is a way bigger chance that I won't make it. I would without a doubt go enlisted, and have no problem what so ever, but it's been my dream to be an Officer and lead the worlds finest infantryman into combat. It there a chance that I can get in? I dedicate my life to school, and other sports, but don't have a 4.0 GPA. What should I do? Please don't leave immature answers, I just need advice. Thanks!
1 Answer
- Anonymous7 years ago
Every brand new Infantry Lieutenant wants an Airborne assignment. And obviously not everyone can get it. So it is hyper competitive.
And as an Officer you have little say over what job you get and even less over your assignments.