Minimum Qualifications
- Be a United States citizen; applicants with dual citizenship status are ineligible.
- Must possess a master’s degree or higher (i.e., Juris Doctor or Doctorate) from an accredited university associated with the requested SI. A graduate certificate does not meet the criteria to satisfy this requirement.
- Must possess a minimum of 4-years of relevant work experience associated with the requested SI following the completion of a master’s degree or higher (i.e., Juris Doctor or Doctorate).
- Must be able to complete an 8-year service obligation in accordance with Army Regulation 135-175.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance.
- Must be able to serve as a Troop Program Unit (TPU) officer in the USAR.
- Prior Service candidates must have an honorable discharge to apply.
- Must be able to complete an Army commissioning physical, meeting basic fitness standards, and height and weight standards for service as an Army officer. For more information regarding the Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) please visit https://www.goarmy.com/how-to-join/requirements/fitness.
- Officers currently controlled by the Judge Advocate General’s Corps, Chaplain Corps, AMEDD, Medical Service Corps, or other specialty branches must be able to provide an approved conditional release memorandum from their chain of command.
Application Requirements
- Cover Sheet
- Narrative essay (min. 750 words)
- Direct Appointment Application
- Professional Resume
- 3 Letters of Recommendation
- College Transcripts and Diplomas (foreign credentials must be evaluated and accredited)
- Memorandum of Release (if applicable)
- Prescreening Questionnaire
- Additional Documents Checklist (if applicable)
- Service Availability Statement of Understanding (if applicable)