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active duty, or reserve enlistments. It depends upon the branch and the job that you want. For the right person, it is a viable alternative to college. There is a wide range of exciting and satisfying military careers available without a college diploma. In addition, there is no rule that says that you can’t go back to college later in life, in five, ten, or even twenty years. In most cases, the military will help defray at least part of the cost. If you can deal with the commitment and the mission, then perhaps this is the route for you.

t  Before you make the decision to join the U.S. armed forces, it is important to sit with a recruiter to discuss your options and whether it is right for you.

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