HPSP Question!

[missdentist54]

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Does anyone know the point into which you are bound to the military in HPSP?

Is it after you take the oath for commissioning? Or is it when you go to COT?

I've heard that you are not bound until you start receiving benefits but I have no idea how much truth is in that.

What if something happens in between taking the oath and going to COT that would change your decision to join the military?

Thanks in advance to anyone who has insight on this!

 

[BlueJayDDS]

Does anyone know the point into which you are bound to the military in HPSP?

Is it after you take the oath for commissioning? Or is it when you go to COT?

I've heard that you are not bound until you start receiving benefits but I have no idea how much truth is in that.

What if something happens in between taking the oath and going to COT that would change your decision to join the military?

Thanks in advance to anyone who has insight on this!

I have been boarded for both the Army and the Navy, so this was a crucial thing for me to figure out. From my understanding you are not bound to any contracts until you raise your right hand in the presence of a flag and a witness.

If by COT you are referring to officer basic training (I could be way off here) than the answer is no. As a matter of fact, the Army's officer basic program is full for this summer, so you wouldn't be able to do it until next year anyway.

As far as benefits go- you will start receiving them whichever of 3 specific dates happens last:

1. The day you are commissioned/sworn in
2. Can't remember
3. First day of school (most likely if you're doing 4 year HPSP)

 

[MatthewLeeDDS]

Does anyone know the point into which you are bound to the military in HPSP?

Is it after you take the oath for commissioning? Or is it when you go to COT?

I've heard that you are not bound until you start receiving benefits but I have no idea how much truth is in that.

What if something happens in between taking the oath and going to COT that would change your decision to join the military?

Thanks in advance to anyone who has insight on this!

The assumption is that if you take the oath, you've made your decision.

I don't know exactly when you are "locked in", but if you're having apprehensions about it, that may be your answer. Don't do it for the money only. If you don't want to be in the military, but want to money it provides, the HPSP is probably not for you. On the other hand, everyone has questions and fears about any major decision like this. Just be aware that the oath is very serious. It is from that point forward that you are given the title of 2nd Lt. and are officially in the military so keep that in mind.

 

[FutureDent020]

Does anyone know the point into which you are bound to the military in HPSP?

Is it after you take the oath for commissioning? Or is it when you go to COT?

I've heard that you are not bound until you start receiving benefits but I have no idea how much truth is in that.

What if something happens in between taking the oath and going to COT that would change your decision to join the military?

Thanks in advance to anyone who has insight on this!

The documents you sign explain all of this. Once you take the oath and sign the papers you are bound. The print explains multiple scenarios where you can be discharged, but by the time you sign the papers and take the oath, you should 100% sure about the military. If you take money, you have to pay it all back, then it is up to the government if you still have to serve or not. So the area isn't exactly black and white. Sometimes I get anxious when all my friends talk about what they want to do right out of school. But then I feel better when i know I have a job and I have no debt. I also tell myself to suck it up, the papers have been signed, and it will be a hell of an experience, whether good or bad. The toughest thing about the military is family. I don't have kids, but a fiance and dog. It's hard enough to think about being away from them for a little while, but I can't imagine being away from kids. I don't know how some of military dentist do it.

 

[USArmyHPSP]

Hey! Here's an idea. I suggest that you ask the question of the HPSP office concerned. I know that I would much rather hear the answer from those who administer the program first hand. I'm sure if you were to ask, they would even tell you where you can see the answer to your question in writing.