What happens if you want to leave the Marines?

What happens if you want to leave the Marines?

As long as you’re in the entry level period — your first 180 days — you can request an entry level separation. If you succeed, you’ll get an uncharacterized discharge. This rule exists so the UMSC can drop enlistees who don’t work out. However, you can turn the ELS rules to your own advantage.

Do Marines see more combat than army?

Originally Answered: Between the Army and Marines infantry, who would see more combat in a time of war? The average Marine is more likely to see combat (in general) because the Marine Corps is the US Navy’s small seaborne strike force used as shock troops for invasions and quick short raids.

Can a Marine just quit?

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.

What is the difference between the USMC and the Army?

The U.S. Army and USMC have differences when it comes to opportunities for career advancement. The Military Occupational Specialties for the Army and Marine Corps are different. For example, the USMC does not provide its own doctors or dentists since it turns to the Navy for those needs.

What is the difference between Army and marine training?

Army Basic Combat Training (BCT) lasts 10 weeks. Meanwhile, the Marine Corps Basic Training lasts 13 weeks. After completing boot camp, new recruits in the Army progress to Advanced Individual Training (Army AIT) while Marines transition to USMC Specialty School.

What are the requirements to enlist in the Marine Corps?

You must be a legal U.S. citizen or a legal permanent immigrant. Single parents with one or more dependents cannot enlist. The minimum age requirement for Marines is the same as the U.S. Army’s, but you must be less than 29 years old in order to enlist. Single parents must file a waiver and wait a year before enlisting.

Is the Marine Corps the smallest branch of the military?

The Marine Corps is the smallest of the four primary military branches (Air Force, Navy, Army, and USMC). However, it has more personnel compared to the United States Coast Guard. Regardless, the Marine Corps is less than twice the size of the U.S. Army for comparison.