It takes a hell of a lot to become one. However, if you have the courage, the power, and most of all, the dedication, you can become a US Navy SEAL.

BENEFITS

If you are tough enough to gain entrance into the Navy SEALs, the benefits are never ending. During your time as a SEAL, you will travel all over the world, see new places, people, and cultures; you’ll also develop unparalleled leadership skills, gain insight into the human psyche and learn how to push yourself further than you ever dreamed possible.

GENERAL BENEFITS:
 
When you join, you will receive an impressive array of benefits designed to keep you healthy, comfortable and secure. And the best part is that all of these benefits are above and beyond your Navy pay and allowances.

Among the most important benefits are those for your health. As a Sailor, you receive:

· Full medical coverage and care in Navy facilities
· Full dental coverage and care from Navy professionals

Your other benefits upon joining the Navy include:

· Discounted travel
· 30 days paid vacation each year
· Generous educational benefits
· $200,000 life insurance policy for $16 a month

Additional Benefits for Naval Officers:

· Signing bonuses for college credits and degrees
· Competitive pay and generous benefits
· Opportunities to earn advanced degrees
· Use of Officers' Clubs worldwide

Your benefits will continue after you leave the Navy too. If you choose not to re-enlist, you will still continue to receive assistance as a Navy veteran. This can include the services of the Veterans Administration in terms of finding employment or schooling, no-money-down and low interest loans for new homebuyers, preferential hiring for government jobs, and receipt of any Montgomery G.I. Bill money for school.

If you make the Navy your career, your retirement benefits will be far greater. You will receive generous retirement pay, and you will continue to receive health benefits and on-base shopping privileges similar to those you enjoyed while on duty.

Once you do retire, you can literally do anything you want! Many men choose work in the fields of law enforcement, security, and emergency medical technology. But SEAL training prepares you to meet any and all challenges head on. As a SEAL on a mission or training exercise, or as a retired SEAL meeting the challenges of civilian life, you are prepared to give 110% every day.

JOB SECURITY

You are laying a strong foundation for your future when you join the Navy. Not only will you enjoy excellent training in high-demand fields, you will also have educational opportunities that propel you farther and faster down your career path.

The Navy offers excellent job security. When you sign your contract with the Navy, in a way it also signs one with you. The Navy promises to give you the training you need and put you in positions where you will be challenged and can excel. The Navy promises to let you develop your leadership skills. And the more you give to the Navy, the more the Navy gives back to you.

Tens of thousands of people, both enlisted and officer, have made the Navy their lifelong career and have been rewarded for it. But even if you decide not to re-enlist, the Navy will continue to accelerate your career.

· Employers will have strong incentives to hire you since you will have both excellent training and hands-on experience under your belt
· While in the Navy, you will learn both how to lead and how to execute the orders of others, allowing you to move into a range of positions

The character, dedication and personal qualities developed while in the Navy are appealing to many employers

FAMILY SECURITY

By joining the Navy family, you provide benefits for your family too. If you are married with or without children, you can count on the Navy to help you care for your family.

First is the security of a Navy job. Then there is the closeness of the Navy community - even if you are away from home, the Navy provides a strong support system your family. And the quality of life in military housing is exceptional.

The Navy also provides you and your family housing and medical care. You can live on base or receive a housing allowance to live in a house or apartment of your choice. Your family will also get full medical and dental care for free or at low cost, and you can buy $200,000 worth of life insurance for $16 a month to ensure your family's security.

Living on base offers many of the benefits of living in a gated community: security, safety, cleanliness and a friendly, open atmosphere. They are also built with the comfort of the residents in mind. Wherever in the world you are stationed, you will find all the comforts of home: theaters, libraries, schools, places of worship, day care and much more. In short, life on a Navy base is just like life anywhere else in America.