Here is the evaluation report from 2018. I think it’s necessary to look at some of the key recommendations. Examples, scholars were not paid at the level of their peers even though they are of high caliber and part of a very selective program. Another is the lack of placing a scholar in a position best fit for them.
@melvin123 That’s great to hear because a lot of the Scholars i’ve worked with can’t wait to leave the program. It all depends on the sponsoring facility and it is very difficult to tell if it’s a good fit because you only get to tour the location for 2 days. You don’t really get a feel for the job etc… The private sector does want people with clearances and yes they are fairly pricey. But, typically most program contracts factor in recruitment expenses and clearance needs for their workforce. May I ask what branch of the DoD he is working for?