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The Transformation Begins

The Marine Corps Delayed Entry Program postpones your initial active duty training for up to a year, while assuring you a place on the Marine team right now.

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Why the DEP

spinstar.gif - 2198 Bytes Gives high school students something to strive for - diploma needed to become a Marine
spinstar.gif - 2198 Bytes Opportunity to get a guaranteed program in writing
spinstar.gif - 2198 Bytes Allows time to plan for when you will ship to recruit training
spinstar.gif - 2198 Bytes Allows time to prepare for recruit training
spinstar.gif - 2198 Bytes Develop friendship and comraderie with other future Marines
spinstar.gif - 2198 Bytes The Marine Corps and your Marine Representative will provide you with guidance, direction and support
spinstar.gif - 2198 Bytes Opportunity for accelerated promotion

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We want you to complete your education. So if you're in high school - stay there! Having a high school diploma is important to the Corps and important toward making you a better Marine.

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While in the DEP you will:

spinstar.gif Attend poolee functions
spinstar.gif Begin physical training
buttonmulticolor.gif Begin individual physical training program
buttonmulticolor.gif Initial Strength Tests
buttonmulticolor.gif Organized Sports
spinstar.gif Learn Marine Corps terminology, rank structure, and about being a Marine
spinstar.gif Learn Marine Corps history and traditions
spinstar.gif Learn your general orders
spinstar.gif Attend family nights with your family and other members of The Delayed Entry Program and their families
spinstar.gif Keep your Marine representative informed of your progress in school and any change in your circumstances

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Appointment to Private First Class
Criteria for promotion
spinstar.gif Poolee refers a minimum of 2 individuals who enlist
spinstar.gif 1 full-time semester of college and C+ (or 2.3 of 4.0 scale average)
spinstar.gif JROTC - must have 2 or more years
spinstar.gif College ROTC (2 years)
spinstar.gif Eagle Scout/Girl Scout Gold Award

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The "Buddy" Program
buttonmulticolor.gif Go with a friend
buttonmulticolor.gif Get ready for recruit training together
buttonmulticolor.gif You sign up and depart for recruit training together
buttonmulticolor.gif Get assigned to the same platoon
buttonmulticolor.gif Training is easier when there's a familiar face
buttonmulticolor.gif You can help each other develop into Marines
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The Delayed Entry Program

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It's the smart move!

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Check with your local Marine Corps Representative for the latest facts about the Delayed Entry Program

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