<p>"Graduates of the service academies all receive regular commissions, whereas reserve commissions are generally given to ROTC graduates. Hence, the word Reserve in ROTC. To clear up any misunderstandings, a reserve commission does not mean that an officer serves in the Reserves. The difference between a regular commission and a reserve commission is that a regular officer has:</p>
<p>Better chances for promotion
Protection from reductions in force (i.e. being laid off from active duty)
The opportunity to serve longer
Eligibility for medical, dental and disability benefits
ROTC officers do graduate right away with regular commissions, but on a very selective and smaller scale than the service academies." (Getintoacademy.com)</p>
<p>The air force is changing, but bottom line, Air Force Academy grads have a MUCH better chance at getting a pilots slot.</p>
<p>Just thought I’d throw this out there…</p>
<p>Also, I dont think the point of this forum is to list each and every one of your “DS’s” credentials and accomplishments… but maybe I am wrong.</p>