So this question might seem completely stupid but I’m just thirsty for knowledge...
Quick background: I joined my schools NROTC-MO unit as a College Program mid and went through orientation. Did a lot of the stuff that you guys talked about (Firewatch/PT/Getting my arse educated by the upperclassmen Marine Options). Did NROTC-MO for a semester but eventually dropped after talking with an OSO and being accepted to PLC-Juniors after running a 280 on my PFT since I didn't need the scholarship money and was encouraged by a few civilian friends who were also applying to the program ("We're gonna attend PLC and commission together! Oh what fun!" was the thought).
Unfortunately I developed a painful stress fracture after my first week that completely disabled me from running. As a result I was dropped for medical reasons but was told that once I had healed that I would be allowed to return next summer. Unfortunately - or fortunately, I ended up bumping into one of the AFROTC cadre this summer who convinced me to give AFROTC a shot. The jobs I want in both services are relatively similar (Signal Intel & Intel). Either way, I'm going to have to make a choice soon regarding staying in PLC or going after an Air Force commission.
I'm just wondering what are the differences between NROTC-MO/PLC and AFROTC (We focused a ton on PT/Leadership under stress while I noticed the AF cadets focusing on drill & memorization)? What should I do to adjust if I make the hop over, and what should I do to catch up to the rest of the sophomores next year?
Quick background: I joined my schools NROTC-MO unit as a College Program mid and went through orientation. Did a lot of the stuff that you guys talked about (Firewatch/PT/Getting my arse educated by the upperclassmen Marine Options). Did NROTC-MO for a semester but eventually dropped after talking with an OSO and being accepted to PLC-Juniors after running a 280 on my PFT since I didn't need the scholarship money and was encouraged by a few civilian friends who were also applying to the program ("We're gonna attend PLC and commission together! Oh what fun!" was the thought).
Unfortunately I developed a painful stress fracture after my first week that completely disabled me from running. As a result I was dropped for medical reasons but was told that once I had healed that I would be allowed to return next summer. Unfortunately - or fortunately, I ended up bumping into one of the AFROTC cadre this summer who convinced me to give AFROTC a shot. The jobs I want in both services are relatively similar (Signal Intel & Intel). Either way, I'm going to have to make a choice soon regarding staying in PLC or going after an Air Force commission.
I'm just wondering what are the differences between NROTC-MO/PLC and AFROTC (We focused a ton on PT/Leadership under stress while I noticed the AF cadets focusing on drill & memorization)? What should I do to adjust if I make the hop over, and what should I do to catch up to the rest of the sophomores next year?
