The professional branches of the Army (the Army Medical Department, the Judge Advocate General’s Corps and the Army Chaplain Corps) provide civilian degreed leaders a means to receive a Direct Commission in their career field. Specially designed courses contain instruction in military history, Army leadership, military customs and courtesies and career-specific classes.
In some cases a Direct Commission is available in other career branches in the Army Reserve and National Guard. See your Recruiter or a qualified Career Counselor to learn about eligibility requirements.
Persons who gain a Direct Commission will receive the rank determined by their career branch. They will serve in the Active Army, Army Reserve or Army National Guard as experts and leaders.
Explore your area of expertise a little further and see what the Army has to offer:
The U.S. Army Medical Department (AMEDD) is one of the largest and most advanced health care systems in the world. Commissioned Officers in the Army Medical Department are on the cutting edge of medicine and gain the satisfaction of serving our nation and our Soldiers.
The Army Judge Advocate General's (JAG) Corps was established in 1775 by General George Washington, making it the oldest law firm in our nation. Army JAG Corps Officers gain a breadth of experience that is difficult to match.
U.S. Army Chaplains take well-earned pride in serving both God and country. They bring their unique blend of skills to our Soldiers, providing counsel, comfort and community during moments of success and sorrow.
Requirements
To receive a Direct Commission, you must be:
- Within the age requirements (varies by professional career field and age waivers may be considered)
- A U.S. citizen
- A college graduate
- Physically fit
