Can you back out of military enlistment?

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.

Is it normal to have second thoughts about joining the military?

It’s normal for all recruits to think at one time or another that they have made a mistake by joining the military. Usually this thought occurs during the first week of basic training. Some trainees will find it hard to avoid thinking about their cushy civilian life.

What are some reasons you should not join the military?

Reasons To Not Join the Military 1. You want an education and have at least $100,000 dollars just sitting around for you to use. Education is very… 2. You absolutely do not want to have a job that gives you any kind of vacation time! If you are one of those people who… 3. You get a scared

Does the military pay for college after leaving the military?

Studies are mixed, but many indicate that spending years in the military actually puts one behind one’s civilian peers after leaving the service. You can pay for college with your post-9/11 G.I. Bill, but you also could’ve gotten a civilian job and started college part time at 19.

What are the pros and cons of being in the military?

The military gives you 30 days of paid vacation every year starting with your first year. It could take 20 years with some civilian companies to accrue that much time off. 3. You get a scared feeling every time you even think about leaving your hometown.

Is 38 too old to join the military?

The good news is, you are only 38 years old and can go and work at another job until you are really old. The military’s 20-year retirement is an awesome benefit if you want to retire young. So there they are, five reasons not to join the military. It’s not too late to change your mind, though.