U.S. Navy Medical Programs
UNOFFICIAL NAVY RESOURCE- Information subject to change
Steps to Apply for General Officer Programs
First of all, it is important to realize there is NO OBLIGATION to apply to our programs. Even if
accepted to a program, you have the decision to accept or decline the position. The process to gain
final selection may take 12 weeks or more.
Application
-You can start working on your Application for Commission at any time during this process. Please type
and be sure to save an electronic copy of your application. Our processors usually need to make
corrections or fill in additional information. Just fill it out to the best of your ability. Once again, call us
with questions. You can fax/email/mail it to us when you have completed as much as you can.
Security Clearance
-Commissioned officers maintain a SECRET Security Clearance. At some point along the way, we will
provide you access to a website for your security clearance application. You can use form SF-86 as a
worksheet, but you will need to transcribe the data online once you get you a login/password.
We will also need form NAVPERS 1070/613 completed for your security screening.
Birth Certificate
-We need a copy of your birth certificate.
Official Transcripts
-You will need to order official college transcripts and have them sent to our office. We must have official
transcripts of all colleges/universities attended.
Letters of Recommedation/References
-We often need 3 letters of reference/recommendation. These may be instructors, employers, or
personal. You can be proactive and get them for us. Simple "To whom it may concern" letters of 1-3
paragraphs are fine. We use form DD Form 370, but the letters can be in any format.
Social Security Disclosure
-We need a Social Security Disclosure Statement completed
-A photocopy of your Social Security Card
Physical Fitness
Physical Fitness is a part of Navy life. To be accepted into the officer programs you must be able to get
at least a Good Low on all sections (1.5 mile run, 2 min of push ups, 2 min of sit ups.) Additionally you
have to be within body fat standards. You can view the requirements at www.navy-prt.com.
Prior Service Records, if applicable
Prior Service? We will need the following:
-DD214
-Service Record
Medical Examination
Physical Examinations are conducted at Military Entrance Processing Stations (MEPS) or approved
DODMERB sites. We will schedule the physical based on your availability. Basically, you tell us what
day works best for you. MEPS starts physicals early in the morning and can last a few hours. - If you do
not live in the local area of a MEPS, we will pay for a hotel and meals during your stay -
You will need to complete two forms in order to take the physical:
- Request for Physical Examination 680-3A-E PLEASE PRINT LEGIBLY
- Fill in Blocks B and D (don't know your selective service number? Click here)
- Fill in blocks 1-15, 21, 25-27, 28-29 (if applicable). In blocks 25-29, follow the directions. We need a
signature if the answer is "none"
- Report of Medical History 2807-2 (Initial all the applicable little blocks instead of using an x)
- If you answer YES to any of the conditions, you must explain in block "b" of page three. Call us to find
out if any additional medical documents will be needed. Don't hesitate to call us with questions.
Click here for more information on the Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS)
Miscellaneous Forms
-Have a tattoo? Complete these three forms: Tattoo Screening, Statement about the tattoo. Tattoo
Silhouette
Understanding the Selection Process
Once we have compiled all required documents from your specific programs checklist, we send all
of the paperwork to Commander, Naval Recruiting Command for the board process. They will evaluate
you against other applicants and if selected you will become pro-board recommended. At this point you
will have to complete the medical portion in order to become final selected.
If final selected, you will be eligible to be sworn in as an officer candidate in the US Navy and embark
upon the training for your selected program. For those entering into a non-student program, your
orders to Officer Candidate School (OCS) or Officer Development School (ODS) will be available PRIOR
to you swearing in.
accepted to a program, you have the decision to accept or decline the position. The process to gain
final selection may take 12 weeks or more.
Application
-You can start working on your Application for Commission at any time during this process. Please type
and be sure to save an electronic copy of your application. Our processors usually need to make
corrections or fill in additional information. Just fill it out to the best of your ability. Once again, call us
with questions. You can fax/email/mail it to us when you have completed as much as you can.
Security Clearance
-Commissioned officers maintain a SECRET Security Clearance. At some point along the way, we will
provide you access to a website for your security clearance application. You can use form SF-86 as a
worksheet, but you will need to transcribe the data online once you get you a login/password.
We will also need form NAVPERS 1070/613 completed for your security screening.
Birth Certificate
-We need a copy of your birth certificate.
Official Transcripts
-You will need to order official college transcripts and have them sent to our office. We must have official
transcripts of all colleges/universities attended.
Letters of Recommedation/References
-We often need 3 letters of reference/recommendation. These may be instructors, employers, or
personal. You can be proactive and get them for us. Simple "To whom it may concern" letters of 1-3
paragraphs are fine. We use form DD Form 370, but the letters can be in any format.
Social Security Disclosure
-We need a Social Security Disclosure Statement completed
-A photocopy of your Social Security Card
Physical Fitness
Physical Fitness is a part of Navy life. To be accepted into the officer programs you must be able to get
at least a Good Low on all sections (1.5 mile run, 2 min of push ups, 2 min of sit ups.) Additionally you
have to be within body fat standards. You can view the requirements at www.navy-prt.com.
Prior Service Records, if applicable
Prior Service? We will need the following:
-DD214
-Service Record
Medical Examination
Physical Examinations are conducted at Military Entrance Processing Stations (MEPS) or approved
DODMERB sites. We will schedule the physical based on your availability. Basically, you tell us what
day works best for you. MEPS starts physicals early in the morning and can last a few hours. - If you do
not live in the local area of a MEPS, we will pay for a hotel and meals during your stay -
You will need to complete two forms in order to take the physical:
- Request for Physical Examination 680-3A-E PLEASE PRINT LEGIBLY
- Fill in Blocks B and D (don't know your selective service number? Click here)
- Fill in blocks 1-15, 21, 25-27, 28-29 (if applicable). In blocks 25-29, follow the directions. We need a
signature if the answer is "none"
- Report of Medical History 2807-2 (Initial all the applicable little blocks instead of using an x)
- If you answer YES to any of the conditions, you must explain in block "b" of page three. Call us to find
out if any additional medical documents will be needed. Don't hesitate to call us with questions.
Click here for more information on the Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS)
Miscellaneous Forms
-Have a tattoo? Complete these three forms: Tattoo Screening, Statement about the tattoo. Tattoo
Silhouette
Understanding the Selection Process
Once we have compiled all required documents from your specific programs checklist, we send all
of the paperwork to Commander, Naval Recruiting Command for the board process. They will evaluate
you against other applicants and if selected you will become pro-board recommended. At this point you
will have to complete the medical portion in order to become final selected.
If final selected, you will be eligible to be sworn in as an officer candidate in the US Navy and embark
upon the training for your selected program. For those entering into a non-student program, your
orders to Officer Candidate School (OCS) or Officer Development School (ODS) will be available PRIOR
to you swearing in.
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