How long is the Delayed Entry Program for the Navy?
365 days
In addition to getting you ready for recruit training, the DEP grants you the opportunity to postpone recruit training for 365 days (410 days in certain circumstances) to complete high school, graduate from college, or generally get your affairs in order before setting out on this life-changing, purposeful endeavor.
Do you get paid in the Navy Delayed Entry Program?
4. Do you get paid while in the DEP? The Delayed Entry Program is not technically an active or reserve program. Until you sign your contract and attend training, you do not generate Military pay or receive Military benefits.
How do I get out of Delayed Entry Program?
One easy way to get out of the DEP is to do nothing. Simply not reporting on the day the person is scheduled to ship out sends the strongest signal to recruiters and military personnel that the person is no longer willing to become a member of the armed forces.
Is Delayed Entry Program considered active duty?
DEPers Are Not Yet Military Members When entering DEP you are NOT yet on active duty, you are not yet an official member of the uniformed services but ARE considered a member of the Inactive Reserve.
Can you enlist after DEP discharge?
A DEP discharge has one negative effect: If you are discharged from the DEP, and later want to enlist in that same service, you will require a waiver. While waivers are usually granted, you may lose certain benefits, such as the ability to chose what job you want, or what date you will ship out to basic training.
Can you back out after MEPS?
If you went through all the motions of signing up for a military service only to decide it is not right for you and you have NOT been to the Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) and have NOT taken an Oath of Enlistment, you are free to quit the process at any time.
Can you quit Navy after MEPS?
Can you back out of delayed entry?
In reality, this never happens. It is the Department of Defense’s policy that anyone can request to be released from the Delayed Enlistment Program, but the request must be approved by the Secretary of that branch of service.