Is Navy basic training or Coast Guard basic training harder?
First, I thank you for choosing the Navy. Apparently, not a lot of people here understand how difficult it is to get into the Navy right now. While the Marines and the Army may be struggling for Recruits, the Navy is overmanned and only looking for the best. Just look at the minimum ASVAB scores for each branch right now. So, again, I thank you and congratulate you. Also, maybe the Coasties did got to Boot Camp with the Marines at one time, I couldn’t say, but they now go to Cape May, New Jersey. Which one is harder? I think maybe only someone who has been through both could answer that for you. The Navy scuttlebutt says the Coasties have it harder physically but the Navy has it harder mentally. So, depending on your own strengths and weaknesses, the answer could be different for you than what it is for the next guy. I think the point is, neither is easy and it’s an honor to serve in either. Good luck!
