Students should consider military training after high school

by Justin Renigar

Students go through high school every day not knowing what they are going to do after they graduate. Most go to college because it’s not a huge change; it’s still pretty much the same as high school, just on a higher level. Some go because they think that’s just what your supposed to do after high school. Why not try something different, think independently, and try a military option?

You can get the same education in the military as you do in college and in a lot of ways you will be better trained, not only in your career, but also as a person. Once you get through basic training then the entire stereotypical getting punished and being a robot is over. After that, it’s all about learning what you want to do, just like college. There are actual schools inside your base where you are stationed at and it’s just like a college class.

In my opinion I think the military is the best way to go because of all the benefits you get throughout your whole life. When you go to college, you have to spend thousands of dollars to do it. The military pays you to do what you want to do. So not only are you getting an education, but you’re making good money; possibly more than any job you will be able to get right out of high school. Then if you’re still not satisfied, you can still go to college after you’re done with the military and they will pay about 40% of your college.

Once you get out of the military then you are pretty much set up for life. The military gives you a great reputation and will really make you stand out in any job that you apply for. In most cases, if you apply for a job with military experience behind you and you’re competing against people that only have a college degree, you will probably get the job simply because you were in the military. They know that you have hands-on experience, good discipline and work ethic, and that you know how to work under pressure. You will learn all of this in the military. Also, on top of that you have a good amount of money to give you a huge head start.

So if you’re not exactly sure what you want to do after high school, consider the military. It’s a great way to start off your life. You get good training mentally and physically, a great reputation, money, and benefits that will help you throughout your whole life.