Can you just quit the Marine reserves?

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.

Can a reserve Marine Go Active?

The Active Reserves allows a reserve Marine to serve on a full-time basis and serve in their MOS or possibly retrain into another. They’ll be able to pursue active duty careers with an active duty retirement. For Marines who want to remain on active duty or return to active duty later, this is a good option.

Can you be in the Marines for life?

ONCE A MARINE ALWAYS A MARINE “Once a Marine, always a Marine.” Whether you serve for four years or for 20, those in the USMC proudly wear the title ‘Marine’ for life.

What happens after Marine Reserve boot camp?

The School of Infantry (SOI) is where Marines go after Marine boot camp to continue their training as a Marine. The School of Infantry is divided into two different schools; Infantry Training Battalion (ITB) and Marine Combat Training (MCT). SOI is where basically trained Marines become Marine warriors.

Are marine Reserves real Marines?

Reservists are real Marines. They go to boot camp and graduate just like the rest of us. They have an MOS and they go to an MOS School just like every other Marine. They wear the same uniform, have the same rank structure, and are held accountable just like every other Marine.

How long is active reserve contract?

Anyone that joins the military in an active duty capacity will be serving in the Army full-time. This is generally four years of active service and four years of inactive service. Reservists, on the other hand, have six-year contracts of reserve service and two of inactive service typically.

What happens when you join the Marine Reserves?

Some of the benefits and responsibilities you can expect as a Reserve Marine include: – Marine Units often located near your home or school. – Training with full pay one weekend per month and two weeks per year. – Guaranteed Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) at time of enlistment.