can some one decide not to go the NAVY after Enlisting?
399457
once you have signed yourself over to them you have to wait until your enlistment is up. it doesn't matter what branch you choose.
1085777
Good luck with that one.  The Air Force can be rather selective since they usually aren't hurting for recruits.  I knew someone who had a minor drug possession charge which had been wiped through an ARD Program and the only way the Air Force would take him (after spending months on the paperwork) was if he took any 'job' they gave him despite him scoring 98 percentile on his ASVAB.  He didn't want to get stuck doing something he didn't like, so he joined the National Guard instead.
500101
I was in the same boat with the Army.  I toughed it out.  My wife pushed me to stay on, and it worked out.  The last couple of years were the hardest, and easiest, of them all.  I won't say that it was a cake walk, but knowing that I ONLY had 10 years, 8 years, 1 year to retirement made a difference.  If I had gotten out, I think that I would be kicking myself for not staying.\n\nMy brother got out of the Navy after 10 years, and went to work as a contractor.  He and his family have moved 4 different times since he got out, so the moving part is still there.  BUT, he is happy with his decision.  I told him he was nuts, he was half way there, etc.  But, he had had enough.\n\nThe ultimate decision on this is between you and your husband.  You will have to weigh the pros and cons.  I, personally, think that if your halfway there, and don't have your degree yet, then you should stay.  But, then again, I've already passed the hump.\n\nGood luck, and thank you for your service.
1031006
my husband is in the Air Force for that and he really likes the Air Force because we stay put, we don't have to leave all the time we stay on a base we don't go off on a boat all the time (which my daughter and I could not go anyway) and the Air Force is better for families anyway. There is also more kinds of planes to work on as well there are the fighters and the heavies(cargo) then there are the Intel planes so there I think are allot more options, but I am not sure about the Navy.
852114
One does not enroll in the Army.  You enlist and commit your life to the public good.  It doesn't matter who you have sex with as long as you comply with the UCMJ and behavior policies (ie Don't Ask, Don't Tell).  You break the rules, you pay the consequences.
311817
I am a member of the military and have to say that the choice to join the military (In my case the army) is a personal one.  \n\nI joined the army at an older age after some college and almost ten years operating my own insurance agency.  \n\nThere were of course a number of reasons for this (Some would say illogical) course of action (Sometimes I think they're right).\n\nThe first is while I was gradually paying off my student loans it was taking a long time.  The army paid them off in three years.  I've since finished by bachelor's and begun working on a masters.  I certainly wouldn't have done so without the army's help.\n\nThe second is that although I was enjoying a reasonable amount of success in my career it was not very fulfilling.  One day I was sitting at work and thought to myself that forty years from now I could retire from my agency in reasonable comfort.  \n\nI realized though that while I certainly could have this it would not be fulfilling.  Would my peddling insurance for forty years be of any value to the world?  I answered myself no.  A little less than a year later I had sold my home and insurance agency and was done with basic training.\n\nThe military I now know is one of the most rewarding and frustrating things that I could possibly imagine.
33977
If you leave the Navy early it will make it that much easier to quit the next time you face difficulties.  Stick it out, it will make you stronger, and you are working for the greater good-serving our country.
663635
Just a question to the poster before me (teeney)...and of course this is just my opinion....\n\nWhat is the point of joining the military to "stay safe"? To me, it is dishonorable and disrespectful for a member of the military to join just for the "benefits" and label. If you are going to serve, you serve 100%. You serve your country and you do what is asked of you, no matter of the level of safety.\n\nFor the asker.....Hun, you join the branch that you feel is right for you. Join the branch which best suits your hobbies, interests, and career choices. Please do not join a branch because it was "safer" than another. Understand that being in the military is both an honor and a burden. If you can outweigh the burden with the honor you will gain....that's what has made the whole experience worth it.\n\nHonestly, as a footnote, I cannot believe the spouses and dependents out there that wear their red, white, and blue with presumed pride, but then complain when their loved ones are called into action. That's part of the job people. If you can't handle it, get off the proverbial porch! \n\n...stepping off the soapbox now\n\nGood luck in all of your future endeavors!\n\nLilD
911576
doubt you can do that.most are already retired and i'm guessing the rest already might have tried to serve in the armed forces and were rejected for some reason. Or maybe they served already and didn't renew their service contract,so they shouldn't be forced to serve if they don't wish to.unless of course congress does reinstate the draft and then everyone is fair game.
705219
Nope, will not happen. Even if you get a mental discharge. It is other than honorable...which is crap. How much time you have left? Hang in there. Be over before you know it.\n\nEDIT: I know your pain.....I went into the Navy at 26...i completely see and understand all you are saying. Hang in there. Most of the younger bucks lose face when they start acting all big and bad. Don;t worry about it. \n\nBut, remember: You face the same thing in the real world. I work at an Engineering firm now. And my BOSS is a 23 year old brat.
552505
well brother, joining the army is a big deal. i myself joined the military but decided to go the navy route because they focus mostly on school, a career, and family. i met several army and marine hopefuls at MEPS. these kids (that's right KIDS) thought they were invincible. they couldn't wait to serve their country and blow sh*t up! has the thought of going to iraq crossed my mind, totally. but i have faith i will see the other end and take what i have learned from my future experience. if you have researched enough about that branch and you're confident that is your path, go for it.
939405
No.  You can have your loans defered during service but no branch will pay for loans that were aquired before enlistment.  If that's your only reason for wanting to join then perhaps the military is not for you.
1144722
I'm ex-military and live in the largest military installation in the world.\nBeing ex-Navy you know exactly where I live.\n\nForgot about it dude, take your General, Other than Honorable and move on with your life.\nIf you get injured while on duty now...they will NOT allow you time to even rehab.\nIf you are not Duty-Ready IMMEDIATLEY FOR DEPLOYMENT....you ain't in and you ain't gonna be in.\n\nThey are having SEVERE problems presently, and will not even give you the time of day, certainly not take the time to even give you a hearing.\nThey won't give active duty personal hearings, let alone a boot.\n\nIt's pretty ridiculous, there are plenty of people WILLING to go Active Duty and STAY Active Duty but the cadre simply doesn't have the time or the ability to allow a process like an upgrade of a discharge.\n\nOne thing you MIGHT try......try a sympathetic ARMY recruiter.\nThey are DEPARATE for full time Active Duty bodies.\nIt wouldn't matter anyway.....they are now pulling SAILORS OFF SHIPS and training them WITH the Army for various "desert security forces".\nI kid you not.\nScary business.\n\nGood luck sailor.
942119
When I was 18, I was dared to walk into a Navy recruiter's office - 7 months later I was in boot camp.  I really enjoyed it.  Boot camp is difficult, but it is designed to "weed out" those who could not handle a military life.  I stayed in 3 1/2 years, met my husband (who was also in for 8 years), and do miss it sometimes.  If I would have stayed, I would have been in 25 years next May.\n\nIf it is what you want to do, go for it.  But remember that you are signing a contract, and you can't just "quit" if you don't like it.
1072442
It sounds like you don't have the so-called "warrior-mentality" that many of the Soldiers and Marines have, so you may feel out of place in the Army or USMC.  I agree with the others about the Air Force, Navy or CG.  As far as which of the three, look at your options for MOS through your recruiter for each.  Remember, too, that the Air Force generally allows for more time "at home" whereas the Navy is deployed at sea a lot, as well as the CG.  Thus you have a much greater chance of "seeing the world" sooner with the Navy or CG than with the AF, though you will end up spending more time away from home.  With the AF you have a better chance of actually being stationed overseas than with the other two.\n\nHowever, I am a bit concerned about your reasoning for joining.  Don't get me wrong, the benefits such as MGIB are AWESOME and definitely can be a huge draw.  But you must not forget that it's not a "free ride".  Especially nowadays you will PROBABLY be asked to serve in some sort of combat situation, or at least in support of such actions.  If you have real concerns about supporting combat actions or being in combat yourself I'd suggest taking out loans or applying for civilian scholarships to continue your education.  While it may have been commonplace a few years ago, the excuse of "I joined the military to get an education, I never knew I'd have to fight and I want out now" just doesn't fly anymore.  Seriously think about this before you, quite literally, sign away your freedom on the dotted line.
933828
No. We're recruits in the navy until we graduate boot camp.
897554
I think it is an excellent idea.  Immediately after High School, if you're not registered in College,  you go military for 2 years, minimum.  Every one I know, including myself, who went military right out of High School, or College, turned out to be a much better person for it.  They found respect and discipline.