<p>How exactly does the process for recieving an interservice commision upon graduation work? Is it looked down upon or discouraged, or viewed as a great idea for officers to promote their academy to all branches of the military? Can anyone simply request to be commisoned into another branch? Is it a very simple process or difficult and rare? I ask mostly because of curiosity, and would appreciate any professional response.</p>
<p>From those I've talked to, it's a preety difficult thing to get approved.</p>
<p>It is very difficult to get an interservice commission, but they do occur. Maybe a total of five or so per year, with more to USAF than USA. Among the things considered at USNA for those wanting an Army or AF commission are: whether you applied to the other academy (and were not accepted); significant family history in other service; job in Army or AF that you want to do and that is not available in USN or USMC; and reasons for wanting the "transfer" (obviously somewhat related to the other criteria).</p>
<p>You should not attend one academy hoping to be commissioned in a different service. If you attend an academy, expect to be commissioned in that service -- or services in the case of USNA. If you want to keep your options open, you're better off attending civilian school and then attending the OCS of your choice upon graduation.</p>
<p>rockorblowup - USMMA. Nuff said. :)
Sorry guys. Couldn't help myself.</p>