Why I Want To Be An Officer In The Airforce

The world I live in is full of opportunity to achieve which includes the ability to be a part of something much bigger than myself. Unfortunately, I was not aware for many years of the extensive opportunities that can come with the decision to serve one’s country, as an officer in the Airforce. However, my first initial instinct was to finish my Bachelor’s degree and apply to the Airforce Officer Training School after graduation to become an officer. Until, I stumbled upon the local Airforce Reserve Officer Training Corporation (AFROTC) Detachment at Samford University which began to ignite my personal motivations to join and desire to research career prospects within the armed forces. The reason I joined the Airforce ROTC was because of personal motivations to become successful, fulfill career goals, and gain experiences.

The first reason I joined the Airforce ROTC was because of personal motivations to become successful. In particular, the major reasoning behind my motivation of wanting success and seeking it through joining the program was the idea of eventually having the chance to establish financial security. For one thing, the impression of the generosity that the Airforce gives their Officer’s; such as, housing and grocery allowances tax-free, stipends, scholarships, insurance, and the ability to become prosperous in designated career-fields because of various advancement opportunities. In the same way, the comfort of knowing that the Officer position is always in high-demand in the armed forces and will not affect future, financial gains. In other words, the motivation of future financial security and success is what led me to join the Airforce ROTC