CharlieBob wrote:What happens if you don't get IPAP first go around? You would be a commissioned officer so would they utilize you in some other role? I mean financially if you can go that route and get previous loans paid off as well as school paid for than that sounds pretty solid, but the trade off as far as I understand would be that IPAP is not a sure thing. Versus HPSP scholarship which would be for if you were training civilian and would pay for school and have you come in after school as a PA directly but would not pay for previous loans? And I have no idea how the commitment for the two options differs...
Sounds like you are plugged in and on the right track though. God speed :)
Pretty much. If I don't get in the first attempt, I would still be a commissioned officer in the military and can give it another go around. Also there is nothing to say that I cannot apply to multiple programs, IPAP included. Civilian programs and IPAP are both very competitive. With this route I can negate all of my previous student debt, add to my resume, and have the remaining pre-reqs paid for. I will ask my recruiter about the HPSP in regards to my own situation.
Due to the recent policy change concerning tattoos, I am waiting to see if my waiver goes through. If not, then I will be applying to other branches. Here's hoping.
Not opposed but IPAP, at least according to my research so far, has more slots open for ARNG versus some of the other branches. Bear in mind that hasn't been verified but I've heard it from a few folks and read it on a few forums as well. With that being the goal, I'm doing what I can to make it as feasible as possible. It's a competitive program and even with my previous medical experience and 4.0 GPA I'm not guaranteed a spot.
Dunn wrote:Due to the recent policy change concerning tattoos, I am waiting to see if my waiver goes through. If not, then I will be applying to other branches. Here's hoping.
Dunn wrote:Due to the recent policy change concerning tattoos, I am waiting to see if my waiver goes through. If not, then I will be applying to other branches. Here's hoping.
Easy fix
Lmao. I was leaning more towards lye.
In reality, if it's just the ring tattoo I will get it removed if I have to. I consider it an investment toward my career, albeit one I don't want to do if I don't have to. Forearm tats are a different ball game in terms of cost. Here's hoping. Pics are being reviewed now.
Well word came that my finger tattoo is a no go. Recruiter is seeing whether or not me making it a wedding band would make it ok or if I should just pay the extra to have it removed.
Dunn wrote:Well word came that my finger tattoo is a no go. Recruiter is seeing whether or not me making it a wedding band would make it ok or if I should just pay the extra to have it removed.
Frustration is high.
Can you change it to something other than a swastika?
Dunn wrote:Well word came that my finger tattoo is a no go. Recruiter is seeing whether or not me making it a wedding band would make it ok or if I should just pay the extra to have it removed.
Frustration is high.
Can you change it to something other than a swastika?
Lulz. I could see the sense if it was a swastika, but it's a claddagh. Wedding ring covers half of it. Recruiter resubmitted it to MEPS for review with a pic of the ring over it to see if we can squeak through. Just another hurdle but worth it.
Dunn wrote:Well word came that my finger tattoo is a no go. Recruiter is seeing whether or not me making it a wedding band would make it ok or if I should just pay the extra to have it removed.
Frustration is high.
You're probably going to have to get it removed. AFAIK the standards are pretty inflexible.
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Dunn wrote:Well word came that my finger tattoo is a no go. Recruiter is seeing whether or not me making it a wedding band would make it ok or if I should just pay the extra to have it removed.
Frustration is high.
You're probably going to have to get it removed. AFAIK the standards are pretty inflexible.
If it doesn't make the cut after the 2nd review at MEPS then I am gonna go ahead and bite the bullet. Found a clinic here that is well regarded and not TOO expensive.
ARNG is now stating that the tattoo policies are tightening further and my leg tattoo is now probably going to DQ me. Recruiter buddy of mine is seeing what, if anything, we can do about it. If this doesn't pan out then I will be contacting other branches concerning my enlistment. Air Guard, AF Reserve, and Navy Reserve...in that order.
DARTH wrote:Jesus Fuck? A leg tat is an issue and they want to make Sneaky Beaner Brigades?
That's what I don't get. I understand rules are rules but jeez. Scored high on the ASVAB, 4.0 GPA, already have a medical career, perfect score on the pt test, bachelors degree, and willing to shut the fuck up and do what needs to be done.....nope the tat has to go.
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Fat Cat wrote:Dunn, just offer to get the tattoo removed then.
I've already removed one for this out of my own pocket. Shit is expensive, worth it in the long run, but with current funds being what they are I cannot afford to get more removed in the amount of time I am allotted by the age restriction.
How much does it cost to get removed? I understand that's a legit problem.
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It is our job to see that it stays there." - George Orwell
Fat Cat wrote:How much does it cost to get removed? I understand that's a legit problem.
On average for this area you are talking about $100 per session. Each tattoo can take anywhere from 4-10 sessions, running you upwards of $1000 per tattoo.
Fat Cat wrote:How much does it cost to get removed? I understand that's a legit problem.
On average for this area you are talking about $100 per session. Each tattoo can take anywhere from 4-10 sessions, running you upwards of $1000 per tattoo.
Lazer removal?
Dumb question, but if the tat is small is a hard core cover up makeup an option until you can get the permanent removal?
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