This document provides information about requirements for military service academies and careers in chemistry or the military. It outlines the academic, physical, and medical requirements to attend the US Naval Academy, US Military Academy, or American Military University. The document also lists course requirements for a bachelor's degree in chemistry or life sciences, pay rates for active duty or reserve military service, and allowances that help cover costs of living for those in the military.
2. -17 to 22 years of age
-pass medical exam
-physical / mental health
-above average strength /agility /endurance
-pass medical exam (DODMERB)
-as and bs, advanced classes
-timed ACT, SAT including writing section
-calculus, trigonometry, physics
-strong CFA
-ACT needed to be considered
3. -US NavalAcademy
-The US MilitaryAcademy (West Point)
-American Military University
I ChoseWest Point. (rest of info. aboutWest Point)
5. >You will need a Bachelors Degree
for chemistry and life science.
>It will take about four years to earn
this degree.
6. -CH 371 Introduction toAnalyticalChemistry
-CH 375 Introduction to Biology
-CH 383 OrganicChemistry I
-CH 384Organic Chemistry II
-CH 385 Introduction to Cell Biology
-CH 387 Human Physiology
-CH 388 Genetics
-CH 457 Microbiology
-CH 473 Biochemistry
-CH 479 Methods &Applications of Biotechnology
Elective Coarse: (your choice)
Varies at College
7. $12,000
It pays for your notebooks,
textbooks, a computer,
uniforms, and activity fees.
8. -Basic Pay: Active Duty Soldiers
Private, $18,378
-Drill Pay: Army Reserve Soldiers
Private, $3,216.15
-Special Pay: For Special Duties/Skills
$75 - $450 (monthly)
-Allowances: Covering the Cost of Living
Pays for: Food, housing, Clothing, Moving, Separation