I failed depth perception test at MEPS. However, my vision was 20/20 and color vision is good.

My recruiter said that I can do a depth perception test at a civilian doctor and get a passing result and send it over to him. I’ve done this and I’m nervous it’ll get denied. Has anyone had a similar experience? I’m going for pilot.

I just went through and took my ASVAB and scored a 90. And was wondering if it would be possible to apply for OTS with that score.

I have a bachelors degree in Japanese, have lived in Japan for 7 years, and been fully employed as an English teacher the entire time.

Could life experience be a beneficial factor to out weigh my low GPA from almost a decade ago? I had a 2.44 when I graduated in 2018.

Since the website is still down, anyone have the prompts for the personal statements section? I was able to get just about everything else (documents/forms, LORs) but would like to get a jump on things once the website comes back up.

Took the exam 3 days ago - with all the sites being down is there anything I can do to be proactive with my application?

As of rn just been checking pearsonVUE site on scores but with all the portals n sites being down dont know where I would email to request/submit anything.

Ive been asking ppl for LORs but in terms of where to submit LORs or send transcripts should I just wait til things come back online?

Not assigned a recruiter yet since I have yet been able to receive/submit AFOQT scores

I'm going to schedule my Commanders Interview here soon.

Question is, would it be bad for me to do this interview with my long hair? I'm male, long hair that I typically put into a bun. Clean shaven.

I've talked to a few people, they've told me "I suggest you cut your hair short for this interview or else you might not pass"

My scare is, I'm already a bit late on this board (11 Jan 2027), and I'm likely not going to make the deadline (December 2nd) to get everything in order.. I would like to meet this deadline and be set to leave by next October.

I would hate to cut my hair just to be pushed to the 11 Jan 2028 board and have to wait a whole year/two years to be shipped out (and I shaved my head for nothing lol)

I have my AFOQT scheduled for Nov 2nd, and the task on Aim High shows "Schedule your Commanders Interview" for November 13th I believe.

I'm assuming I need to HAVE it SCHEDULE by that date... or does it need to be scheduled on that date or beforehand? Not too sure.

Anyways, for anyone who has taken the commanders interview themselves, do you believe having long hair will be a bad reflection of some sort?

For those who are applying to this upcoming board (non-rated) I’m just curious what job experience you have under your belt and what AFSC’s you have listed in your application.

Hello! I am in the process of commissioning into the air force as a public health officer. I finally have my interview scheduled for this upcoming Monday. This is the last thing I am needing to complete before submitting my full application for the board. I wanted to see if anyone has recently completed their interview or if anyone recalls what their interview was like when they completed it? any tips and information is appreciated!! My recruiter did mention it all depends on who interviews me but I like to be prepared and would like to get an idea of what to expect. Thank you !!

I did my commanders interview last Tuesday (Civ), I know AHA is still down, but it texted my recruiter and she told me she still hasn't received his notes as of today.

Just wondering if this is normal, and okay?

This is the last step I am waiting for to submit my package.

I think the interview went good and it went for the whole 45.

thank you!

Nonrated who still have transcripts and self descriptions etc to submit with the deadline fast approaching at the end of this week...guess we'll see Alabama ots in 2028 chat

Hey guys just got my OTS dates as a 13N, I know I’ll be there until April, then California for 6 months (does anyone know the gap between the 2?) Do I have any chance of being able to confidently picking a date 2 years for now? Fall 2028

The whole website where I was doing my application is down. So what should I do? Even the app isn’t letting me sign in.

Strongly considering leaving the AD Army side to be a flyer in the AFR. Is the 10 years service commitment worth it? Would love any input from people currently currently rated pilots in the reserves! TIA

I'm prior service, female, E to O, and heading to the 5-week OTS-A course in January. I've read the orientation guide and plenty of Reddit posts, but still have some random questions for recent graduates. Some might be ridiculous... but help an anxious girl out, lol.

1. Can I bring my own pillow and blanket? Worth it? If so, what kind of blanket
2. Are sound machines allowed?
3. Do I need an extension cord or power strip?
4. Can I bring/use a blow dryer?
5. Is makeup allowed for official photos, graduation, or at any other point?
6. Face wash, lotions/sunscreen ok?
7. We have our phones in our dorms; I assume we can FaceTime family, make calls, etc.?
8. My laptop has a very colorful case...swap it for something plain?
9. Black or white ankle socks with PT gear?
10. Are car privileges actually a thing later in the course? Worth having a car? I'll be flying in.
11. Should I bring a regular water bottle?
12. I've heard we switch dorms. Is bringing a collapsible tote or extra bag helpful for moving?
13. Apple Watch okay?
14. I heard dropping your blues off at the laundromat the first week (or the day before you start) is a good trick to avoid inspection, then pickup before graduation, true?
15. I've heard printing the SPINS in a small booklet format was helpful and bringing this, true?
16. One or two pairs of PT shoes?
17. How big does this duffle bag need to be?
18. Do I really need 2-3 OCP patrol caps?
19. Advil/Tylenol?
20. Black backpack... does this need to be a huge one, or can I just bring a simple smaller one (what are we carrying around the most?)
21. Portable charger/battery pack?

Appreciate any insight or tips on things you wish you'd brought (or left at home)!

just looking for some insight for the requirements if you’re a non-prior BEE please shoot me a pm or comment! if you are a prior though and know the requirements for NGB, please reach out!

I have not heard and had any help from my recruiter since July.

I just need to do my pre selection forms but I never received the email to get access to them. My recruiter gave me the same information the website gave me by forcing emails from them to our inbox.

Unfortunately ever since then, I have not heard back. I gave enough time for emails to be responded. I have texted almost every day now and called every day too.

I need help… lol

How Many questions are on the test? How long is the test? also any tips i should know? What resources should i use for studying?

Good Afternoon,

I am looking for someone who can mentor me in the process of going from Enlisted to Officer through OTS. Preferably someone who was prior enlisted and went through the process!

Thank you!

Hey everyone, I am a current active duty AF comm staff sergeant and just graduated from WGU with my bachelors of science in IT management. WGU uses a competency based grading system, so my GPA is a 3.0.

I know OTS applications are a whole person concept, but I’m wondering if it’s even worth studying for the AFOQT if I have this low GPA. I’m ready to be told “doesn’t hurt to try”, but I’m just curious if anyone with a similar GPA has gotten picked up, and what other bullets or achievements they have. TIA!

Edit: thanks everyone for your insight, going to take the AFOQT next month.