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How Long Is Officer Candidate School? OCS Length by Branch

Combat Fitness

Published on: 19/02/2026

How long is OCS? Officer Candidate School runs 9.5 to 17 weeks depending on the branch. Compare Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine & Coast Guard OCS length.

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What Is ROTC? Scholarships, Service & How It Works

Combat Fitness

Published on: 17/02/2026

ROTC funds college tuition on 1,700+ campuses in exchange for serving as a military officer after you graduate. See how it works and what you owe.

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How to Become a Military Officer (Academy, ROTC, OCS)

Combat Fitness

Published on: 16/02/2026

How to become a military officer: compare the three commissioning paths—Service Academy, ROTC, and OCS - plus the requirements and fitness standards you'll need.

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