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What: STA-21 Program When: Thursday, 7 August 2008, 0920Where: ESO/CCC Workshop, Bldg. C-9, Classroom 2Presented by: LT David Boisselle, USN
This presentation will inform potential enlisted fleet applicants about attaining a STA-21 college scholarship, including eligibility criteria, application procedures and program deadline. Other officer accession programs will be discussed in brief.
AGENDA Program History
Current Program
Pay and Allowances
Eligibility Requirements
Program Options
Education
Commissioning
Application
References and Points of Contact
Other Commissioning Programs
Guest Speakers/Q&A
PROGRAM HISTORY
When Sailors today hear the term“Seaman to Admiral,” no doubt former Chief of Naval Operations Admiral MikeBoorda comes to mind. As a product of an enlisted-to-officer commissioning program in the early 1960s, Admiral Boordawas the first CNO to have risen from theenlisted ranks.
As CNO, Admiral Boorda immediately reestablished the historic program, Seamanto Admiral, for young Sailors to earn theircommission and become naval officers. Theadmiral believed “people should have theopportunity to excel, and be all they canbe, even if they don’t get a perfect ortraditional start.”
CURRENT PROGRAM
The Navy has combined most ofits commissioning paths into oneconsolidated program, Seaman to Admiral-21. This program is designed to meet the goals of theNavy in the 21st Century, whilecreating a fair and equitable system for outstanding active duty Sailors to receive top-notchcollege education and become commissioned officers in the Unrestricted Line, Nurse Corps,Supply Corps, or Civil EngineerCorps.
PAY AND ALLOWANCES
Participants in the STA-21 program will:
• Receive full pay and allowances for their pay grade
• Be eligible for enlisted advancement
• Receive an education voucher of up to $10,000 per year, paid to the university for tuition, fees, and books
• Upon successful degree completion, be commissioned as active duty Ensigns in the U.S. Navy
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTSTo be eligible to apply to the STA-21Commissioning Program, a Sailor must:
• Be a U.S. citizen• Be recommended by CO• Be a high school graduate/GED• Be able to complete requirements for a bachelor degree in 36 months or less• Be able to complete degree and be commissioned prior to 27th birthday (some waivers)• Maintain a GPA of 2.5 or better• SAT (min. 1000) or ACT (min. 41) within three years of application deadline• Meet physical standards for appointment
PROGRAM OPTIONS
STA-21 allows Sailors to apply to theCore Option or Target Group Option.
Students in Core Program will be choose an Unrestricted Line community in their senior year. (Offers mostflexibility in selecting a major and requesting schools to attend.)
Students selected into a Target GroupOption will, upon commissioning, be assigned to that option’s officer community.
PROGRAM OPTIONS
Pilot/NFO
Surface Warfare(and SWO/IP)
Nuclear (SWO & Surface)
Special Warfare
Civil Engineer
Supply
Nurse
PROGRAM OPTIONS
Special Operations
Special Duty Officer, Intelligence
Special Duty Officer, Information Warfare
Medical Corps New!
What designator to apply for?
Aptitude and career desires Seek mentor(s)
EDUCATION
Selection into STA-21 will occur in thefall of each year. Some selectees will initially attend BOOST, then completeNaval Science Institute (NSI), or reportdirectly to NSI.
BOOST is designed to offer an individualized program of study to assist in transition to college. BOOSTpath may be 3 or 6 months long, depending on student’s needs. Those who are not designated to attend BOOSTwill report directly to NSI. BOOST islocated at NETC Newport, RI.
EDUCATION
The Naval Science Institute (NSI)Program is designed to teach officercandidates the fundamental core concepts of being a naval officer. This program provides competency innavigation, engineering, weapons,military history, justice, etc. NSI is located at NETC Newport, RI andlasts 8 weeks.
Upon successful completion of NSI, the STA-21 officer candidates willreport to an NROTC affiliated collegeor university to pursue their collegedegrees.
EDUCATIONSTA-21 applicants make up to three school choicesduring the application process, and CNET conductsactual student placement to the schools after selection into the program. This placement isbased on several factors including availableNROTC Unit openings, program option, etc.
While selectees are strongly encouraged to pursue technical degree programs, participantsare free to choose their major areas of study. Some of the many NROTC colleges and universities include: * University of Arizona * San Diego State University * Pennsylvania State University * University of Notre Dame * ODU/HU/NSU
EDUCATION
Students in the STA-21 Programwill attend school full-timeyear-round. All students arerequired to complete degreerequirements in not more than 36calendar months. STA-21 membersare required to be enrolled in every academic semester offeredby the college or university. Not all STA-21 students will begin their college education at the same time of year due to planned phasing of the program. Some may begin in the summer, others in the fall, and still others in the spring.
COMMISSIONING
After successfully earning a collegedegree and graduating from his or herrespective college or university, the officer candidate will be commissionedan Ensign in the United States Navy. Following graduation, newlycommissioned Ensigns are sent to initialtraining for their officer community.
CANDIDATE CHARACTERISTICS or “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Sailors”
• Sustained superior performance
• Challenging and diversified assignments
• Personal and professional education and development
• Command and community involvement
• Appearance and physical fitness
• Leadership and maturity
• Goal-oriented
APPLICATIONThe STA-21 application is composed of two parts:
1. Part I (Initial Application Data—Online Form)
2. Part II (Mail-in)
a. Must be postmarked by 1 July of application year
b. Includes: Personal Statement Downloadable application form Last five enlisted performance evaluations SAT or ACT scores Academic transcripts (HS/GED and college) SMART Transcript
PFA Results Interviewer’s Appraisal Sheets
Commanding Officer’s endorsement and recommendation
TIMELINE
31 Mar 09: SAT or ACT deadline (recommended)
01 May 09: Special Request Chit to CO
15 May 09: Application package to Admin
31 May 09: Interviewer’s Appraisal Board and Nomination Review Board
15 Jun 09: CO’s endorsement prepared
01 Jul 09: Mailing deadline
XX Sep 09: Selection board convenes
XX Oct 09: Results announced by NAVADMIN
Lessons Learned
Clear, forceful, consistent endorsement from CO
Comments on leadership and potential
Interview boards of senior officers (DH+)
Personal statement explains weakness(es)
Personal statement highlights leadership exp.
Have mentor(s) proof personal statement
Obtain as much current college as possible
Letters of recommendation encouraged
TRENDS
• More emphasis on technical majors
• Early completion – Do you have your AA/AAS?
• Encouraging more applicant diversity
• PFA minimums are not good enough
• Average SAT = 1200
• Previous college credits – Math
• Whole Person Concept – community involvement, outside
activities
• FY07 STA-21 Selection Process:
- 800 applications received
- 595 application board eligible (due to errors)
- 200 selected (34%)
REFERENCES AND POINTS OF CONTACT
References:
OPNAVINST 1420.1A (Chapt. 8) [https://www.sta-21.navy.mil/opnavinst1420_1a_chap8.pdf]
NAVADMIN XXX/09 (approx. May) Your Command Career Counselor
Points of contact:
The STA-21 program is managed and administered bythe Commander, Naval Service Training Command (NSTC),
Officer Development.
On the Web: https://www.sta-21.navy.mil/ E-mail: [email protected] Telephone: (850) 452-9563 or DSN 922-9563
LT David Boisselle, U.S. Joint Forces Command [email protected] or 836-7935
OTHER COMMISSIONING PROGRAMS
United States Naval Academy
Officer Candidate School
Limited Duty Officer/Chief Warrant Officer
Medical Enlisted Commissioning Program
Medical Service Corps In-Service Procurement Program
Flying Chief Warrant Officer Program
Direct Commissioning Programs
UNITED STATES NAVAL ACADEMY
Established in 1845, the NavalAcademy, located in Annapolis,Maryland, is the undergraduate college for the Navy that preparesyoung men and women to becometo become professional officersin the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps.
The Naval Academy ensures that the best students from around theUnited States are selected foradmission and that those who are selected have the drive and motivation to complete the four-year program and excel as Officers in the Navy or MarineCorps.
On the Web: www.usna.edu
UNITED STATES NAVAL ACADEMY - Eligibility
At least 17 years of age and must not have passed 23 on 1 July of year entering USNA
Unmarried, not pregnant, no parenthood obligations
Must obtain 1 of 85 SECNAV nominations
Academically qualified (incl. SAT 1050 or ACT 46)
SECNAV nomination requests due to USNA Admissions Office by 15 February of year desiring entry
OFFICER CANDIDATE SCHOOL (OCS)The 13-week OCS course has beendesigned to give an individual abasic working knowledge of the high-tech naval establishmentafloat and ashore, to prepare thatindividual to assume the responsibilities of a naval officer.
OCS is open to qualified individualswho possess a bachelor’s degreeand who are committed to the goalof earning a commission in the Navy.
The United States Naval OfficerCandidate School is located at Naval Air Station, Pensacola, FL.
www.nsgreatlakes.navy.mil/otcp/
OFFICER CANDIDATE SCHOOL - Eligibility
At least 19 years old and not more than 29 to 35 depending on designator. (Waivers for enlisted service.)
Must possess a bachelor’s degree
Must pass Officer Aptitude Rating (OAR) exam. Pilot/NFO/ AMDO applicants must also take the Aviation Selection Test Battery (ASTB).
Marital status and dependents: no restrictions
No application deadline to COMNAVCRUITCOM
LDO/CWO
The Limited Duty Officer andChief Warrant Officer Programsprovide commissioning opportunities to qualified seniorenlisted personnel.
LDOs and CWOs are technically oriented officers who perform duties limited to specific occupational fields and requirestrong leadership skills.
www.npc.navy.mil/Officer/LDOCWOCommunity/
LDO/CWO - Eligibility
Be at least a PO1 (CPO SelBd eligible) for LDO or CPO-select for CWO
LDO: Must have completed at least 8 but not more than 16 years (15 for PO1) of active naval service
CWO: Must have completed at least 12 but not more than 24 years of active naval service
No age restriction
Applications postmarked to NAVPERSCOM by 1 October
MEDICAL ENLISTED COMMISSIONING PROGRAM (MECP)
MECP is a commissioning program specifically intended to provide an advancement pathway to a commission in the Nurse Corps, USNR.
Selectees for the program will participate in a nationally accredited academic program leading to a bachelor’s degree in nursing.
OPNAVINST 1420.1A, Chapt. 5
MECP - Eligibility
Candidates must complete baccalaureate nursing degree requirements and be commissioned prior to 35th birthday
Accepted for acceptance to nursing school
Marital status and dependents: No restrictions
Applications postmarked to NMETC Bethesda by 1 October.
MEDICAL SERVICE CORPS IN-SERVICE PROCUREMENT PROGRAM (MSC IPP)
The MSC IPP provides a pathway to an
officer commission for career
motivated enlisted to serve as:
Health Care Administration (HCA)
Physician Assistant (PA)
Radiation Health Officer (RHO)
Environmental Health Officer (EHO)
Industrial Health Officer (IHO)
Entomology
Pharmacy
MEDICAL SERVICE CORPS IN-SERVICE PROCUREMENT PROGRAM (MSC IPP)
Open to E-5 to E-9 (some rating restrictions)
Must not have reached 42nd birthday by time of initial appointment
Qualifying degree
Deadline for application to NMETC Bethesda is 26 August.
OPNAVINST 1420.1A, Chapt. 6
FLYING CHIEF WARRANT OFFICER “PILOT” PROGRAM
Navy is seeking applications from highly-qualified andhard-charging Sailors (E5-E7) for a “pilot” program to place Chief Warrant Officers in cockpits as pilots andnaval flight officers.
30 selectees will be commissiond as CWO2, attend LDO/CWO Indoctrination, and report to flight training.
Newly-winged aviators will attend FRS for ultimate assignment to VP, VP(Q), VQ(T), HSC, and HSL squadrons.
Intent is to create “flying specialists” unencumberedby traditional career paths of unrestricted line officers. As such, Flying CWOs will rotate between traditional aviation sea and shore commands, but remainjunior/division officers (vice DH and command track).
FLYING CHIEF WARRANT OFFICER “PILOT” PROGRAM
Eligibility:
Must be commissioned by 27th birthday
Must possess associate’s degree or higher
Physically qualified for aviation duty
Must meet Aviation Standard Test Battery (ASTB) minimums
8 year minimum service obligation for pilot; 6 for NFO
Application deadline to Pers-432V is o/a Jun 09
For further info, see:
www.npc.navy.mil/officer/aviation/flying+cwo+program
DIRECT COMMISSIONING PROGRAMS
Dental Corps
Chaplain Corps
Judge Advocate General Corps (JAG)
Medical Officer
QUIZ!
1. STA-21 participants receive an education voucher of how much, and what may it be used for?
2. STA-21 participants must complete requirements for a bachelor’s degree in how many months?
3. STA-21 participants must be commissioned prior to what age?
4. STA-21 applicants must achieve what SAT or ACT minimum scores?
5. T or F: Non-citizens may apply for STA-21.
6. Applications must be postmarked to CNET by what date?
“We are now faced with the fact, my
friends, that tomorrow is today. We
are confronted with the fierce urgency
of now. In this unfolding conundrum of
life and history, there is such a
thing as being too late.
Procrastination is still the thief of
time.”
- Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Boisselle’s Recommended Reading Leadership Gold: Lessons I’ve Learned from a Lifetime of Leading – John Maxwell
Quiet Strength: The Principles, Practices, & Priorities of a Winning Life – Tony Dungy
How to Win Friends and Influence People – Dale Carnegie
My American Journey – Gen. Colin Powell
Life’s a Campaign: What Politics Has Taught Me About Friendship, Rivalry, Reputation, and Success – Chris Matthews
Faith of My Fathers: A Family Memoir – John McCain
Navy Mustang: From Seaman to Officer, a Quarter Century in the United States Navy – Ed DeLong
Leadership is an Art – Max De Pree It’s Your Ship: Management Techniques from the Best Damn Ship in the Navy – D. Michael Abrashoff
On Becoming a Leader – Warren Bennis
The Greatest Generation – Tom Brokaw
1776 – David McCullough
The Gift of Valor: A War Story – Michael M. Phillips The Difference Maker: Making Your Attitude Your Greatest Asset - John C. Maxwell
Read Navy Objectives for FY 2008 and Beyond, Navy Times, All Hands, and your local newspaper
Phone: 683-4744
Or visit: http://www.odu.edu/ao/hrnrotc
REFERENCES AND POINTS OF CONTACT
References:
OPNAVINST 1420.1A (Chapt. 8) [https://www.sta-21.navy.mil/opnavinst1420_1a_chap8.pdf]
NAVADMIN XXX/09 (approx. May) Your Command Career Counselor
Points of contact:
The STA-21 program is managed and administered bythe Commander, Naval Service Training Command (NSTC),
Officer Development.
On the Web: https://www.sta-21.navy.mil/ E-mail: [email protected] Telephone: (850) 452-9563 or DSN 922-9563
LT(Ret) David Boisselle, USN [email protected]