Baccalaureate Degree Completion Program (BDCP) Participant / Future Navy Officer
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Job Description
About Company
The company offering this opportunity is the U.S. Navy, a branch of the United States Armed Forces responsible for naval warfare. It is a globally recognized military organization dedicated to national defense and global security. The Navy provides extensive career development, leadership training, and a comprehensive benefits package to its personnel. Through programs like the Baccalaureate Degree Completion Program (BDCP), the Navy invests in future leaders, offering a pathway to a challenging and rewarding career in service to the country.
Job Description, Detailed
This opportunity is for the Baccalaureate Degree Completion Program (BDCP), which provides a pathway to commission as a Navy Officer upon graduation from a four-year college. This is a highly competitive program designed for college students nearing the completion of their bachelor’s degree.
Job Title: Baccalaureate Degree Completion Program (BDCP) Participant / Future Navy Officer
Program Overview:
The BDCP is not a typical internship. It allows participants to complete their bachelor’s degree as full-time students while receiving full-time pay and benefits. Upon graduation, participants attend Officer Candidate School (OCS) and commission directly into a leadership career as a Navy Officer.
Compensation & Benefits:
• While in School:
• Pay: Approximately $5,000–$6,000/month (E-4 level salary and allowances), which varies by location and dependents.
• Benefits: Full-time pay and benefits, medical and dental coverage at low cost, 30 days paid vacation per year, and earning time toward retirement and federal benefits.
• Debt Reduction: Opportunity to graduate with less student debt due to in-program compensation.
• After Graduation (as a Commissioned Officer):
• Annual Compensation: Beginning at approximately $117,000+ annually (including base pay, allowances, and benefits).
• Benefits: Comprehensive full medical/dental coverage for the officer and their family, federal pension + 401(k) matching, VA home loan eligibility (0% down), and opportunities for advanced education (including FREE master’s degree options).
• Career Security: Guaranteed competitive officer career.
Responsibilities:
• While in School:
• Maintain enrollment as a full-time college student at an accredited 4-year institution.
• Focus on completing your bachelor’s degree on time.
• No military training requirements, uniforms, or drill until graduation.
• After Graduation and Commissioning:
• Attend Officer Candidate School (OCS) in Newport, RI.
• Commission as a Navy Officer in a chosen career path.
• Lead teams and manage real missions with significant responsibility.
• Engage in meaningful, impactful leadership in service to the country.
• Receive world-class leadership training and gain unmatched global experience.
Eligibility Requirements:
• Citizenship: U.S. Citizen.
• Age: At least 19 years old.
• Education:
• Enrolled or accepted at a 4-year accredited college without NROTC (or ineligible for their scholarship).
• Completed at least 60 semester hours (or 90 quarter hours).
• Minimum 2.8 GPA on a 4.0 scale (strict minimum, no waivers).
• Committed to finishing your degree on time as a full-time student.
• Physical: Able to meet Navy physical requirements.
Officer Career Paths Available (upon commissioning):
Participants can choose from a variety of competitive and specialized officer career paths, including:
• Aviation (Pilot or Naval Flight Officer)
• Surface Warfare
• Intelligence
• Cryptologic Warfare
• Information Professional
• Cyber Warfare Engineer
• Supply Corps
• Public Affairs
• Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD)
• Special Warfare (SEAL)
• Oceanography
Application Process:
This program is highly competitive, and interested candidates are encouraged to contact ENS Anthony Flick at the provided contact information (702-755-9846 or anthony.w.flick.mil@us.navy.mil) to discuss eligibility and application procedures.
