One of the things I am finding out is that the military is being VERY strict with who and how many they let in.
For instance, my son who's very bright and in great shape may not make it in because 5 years ago he broke his arm and had a plate and 7 screws put in. He's been tested time and time again - it works fine - always has. And he even served in the ROTC with it, but we're still waiting to see if he gets a waiver.
Here are some of the things you need waivers for:
Losing your license due to traffic tickets
Any visits EVER to a mental health professional, even if it was a school counselor
Most medications unless you've been off them for at least 2 years, some as long as 5
ANY criminal record including misdemeanors
I've been reading some of the military message boards and it's astounding. 1 kid was put on anti-seizure medicine when he was 5. He's never had seizure since and 2 doctors have cleared him. He can't get in.
And right now, the AF has closed enlistment for the fiscal year and is only accepting Delayed Enlisting which won't start until at least October 1.
I don't see them increasing it AT ALL, let alone 50%.
