How to Become a Doctor in the Army
The most common way to become a doctor in the Army Medical Corps is to become a member of the Health Professionals Scholarship Program, where the Army pays for all costs of any accredited medical, dental or veterinary school, including books, health insurance and a stipend of $1,900 per month. Some students also receive a signing bonus of up to $20,000. Upon graduation, you'll enter active duty in your specialty and advance to the rank of Captain. You will need to remain in active duty for the equivalent number of years you received the scholarship for.
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Contact an Army recruiter to enlist in the Army. Bring a copy of your college transcript, 3 to 6 letters of recommendation and a letter of acceptance from an accredited medical school.
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Take a physical exam at the local Army recruiting center to qualify as a commissioned officer.
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Wait to hear back from the Army recruiter regarding your acceptance into the Program. This process can take anywhere from 2 to 9 months.
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Meet with an Army recruiter to sign the contract enlisting you as a member of the Army Health Professionals Scholarship Program.
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Maintain full-time status during the entire length of the program by maintaining a full course load (generally 4 courses per semester) as well as a passing GPA in all courses.
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Attend the Officers Basic Training Course after the first year of medical school.
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Serve 1 month a year in the Army Residency Program rotating as a Second Lieutenant in a military hospital.
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Tips & Warnings
Your letters of recommendation should come from people in the medical field or former professors who can speak highly of you.
