Details

• Training takes place during the summer at Officer Candidates School (OCS) in Quantico, VA
• College freshmen and sophomores attend two six-week summer training sessions over two years
• College juniors attend one 10-week summer training session
• Candidates receive pay and allowances during these sessions
• Lodging, textbooks, meals and travel costs are paid for by the Marine Corps
• After graduation from college and completion of Platoon Leaders Class (PLC) at OCS, candidates are offered a commission as a second lieutenant

Programs

Platoon Leaders Class allows assignment into one of three specialty fields:

• Ground
  Selection to train for specialties that will command combat forces and combat support units
• Air
  Pre-designation to train as a Marine Corps Pilot or Naval Flight Officer
• Law
  Selection to train as a Marine Corps Judge Advocate (attorney)

Application & Qualifications

A rigorous process will determine if you are qualified to become an officer candidate.

To be considered as an officer candidate, you must meet the following qualifications:

• Full-time student at a two- or four-year college or university*
• U.S. citizen
• 18 to 28 years old, though exceptions may be considered

* Students in two-year colleges can sign a letter of intent to later transfer to a four-year university

PLC Aviation Additional Requirements
To qualify, you must be no more than 28 years old when commissioned. You must pass the Navy/Marine Corps Aviation Selection Test Battery (ASTB), be medically qualified for flight training and meet minimum vision requirements.

PLC Law Additional Requirements
To qualify, you must have completed your bachelor’s degree. You will complete OCS during law school and must pass the bar exam before reporting to TBS. You must achieve an LSAT score of 150 or better, and be younger than 28 years old when transitioning to active duty.