The Basic School

My Journey from Civilian to Marine Officer, Part III: TBS

Thank you to Lieutenant Schmuckatelli, a new Infantry Officer, who is sharing his journey through OCS and TBS with us.

The Basic School: You’re Not at OCS Anymore

TBS Housing Question

Candidate’s Question

Do new officers have to live on base in the officer’s barracks at The Basic School?

Can they stay off-base or rent an apartment nearby?

Answer

Can I Drop an Air Contract for a Guaranteed MOS?

Candidate Question

I’m looking at switching from an Air Contract to a Ground Contract, but I really only want to if I can secure an 0203 Ground Intel Officer MOS (to possibly further go on to Recon). How hard…

Guest Post: The Tragic Result of Using New(er) Boots During Week-Long Patrols at TBS

Patrol FEX

Your Patrol FEX (field exercise) will most likely consist of four 4–6 hour long patrols through dense brush and vegetation with a full combat…

Guest Post: Questions About Mike Co at TBS

Quick answer to a question about who gets recycled to Mike Company

The most common reasons are failing at one portion of the period of instruction (POI) or injury. For example, one…