Whats the difference in earning a commission through the Direct, ROTC or OTS programs?
Direct Commission Candidates for direct commission are college graduates, who can apply to enter the USAF as trained professionals in the medical, legal, engineering or religious fields. Special consideration is given to their unique educational backgrounds and experience, and as a result, direct commission candidates are not required to undergo the standard military training regimen. Only approximately 11% of officers entering the USAF are judged eligible for Direct Commission. Candidates are admitted via Direct Commission due to the Air Force’s need for their specialized professional skills; all are screened quite thoroughly. As a result, only a recruiter will be able to answer specific questions about eligibility as well as questions about rank upon enlistment. Direct commission officers typically make a standard 4-year service commitment. OTS – Officer Training School OTS candidates are also college graduates. The OTS program is highly competitive, though the quickest route for gra
