What will disqualify me from the Air Force?
What will disqualify me from the Air Force?
There are many specific medical conditions that may disqualify you from joining the U.S. Military. These include conditions like depression, bipolar disorder, epilepsy, heart issues, Asperger’s, and PTSD. In general, the U.S. Armed Forces tries to support people from all backgrounds with a variety of conditions.
Can you join the Air Force with bad credit?
A bad credit history can affect your plans to enlist and advance in the military. If you have unpaid loans which are significantly overdue and/or in collections, you can expect to be denied enlistment until you resolve the problem.
Does military check your credit?
Credit Scores and Military Clearance Some branches of the military will run a credit check on anyone who wants to enlist, as part of a standard background check, while some will only run credit checks on those individuals who require a security clearance in their positions or ranks.
Will military pay off debt?
You must enlist for at least six years and after your first year, the Army will pay off 15% of your outstanding loan balance or $1,500, whichever is greater, annually while you are a member of the Army Reserve or until you reach the $20,000 cap.
What happens to my bills when I join the military?
Pay Your Bills Believe it or not, your bills for your cellphone, internet, rent and car still need to be made when you’re at basic training. If you neglect any bills, they most likely will go to collections. Many jobs in the military require a secret security clearance.
Can you quit the military at any time?
If you went through all the motions of signing up for a military service only to decide it is not right for you and you have NOT been to the Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) and have NOT taken an Oath of Enlistment, you are free to quit the process at any time.
Do military recruiters have a quota?
Just keep in mind that your recruiter does stand to gain something by getting you to enlist, but not much. They may have a quota to meet, but otherwise, they still collect a paycheck regardless of whether or not you join. Unfortunately, some (perhaps even many) recruiters do lie.
