<p>penquiz - first off congratulations on having such a decision before you! Others have weighed in with excellent advice - but I’ll throw in a few more ‘little’ things that people don’t always think of. Think about places to be stationed over the course of your military obligation. The Navy vs Army has completely different answers. Think about the location of the college campus and whether you want to spend 4 years in that spot.( There are real advantages and real disadvantages based on your personality to be either in the midst of a small city or on a completely isolated campus). Think about the global mission of the US - and picture which kind of military service you see yourself doing. These kinds of questions are somewhat less important than the ones already posted that I’d say are more primary - but they do add up to a total picture that can help you sort out who YOU are, and how YOU can best match your desires, gifts and talents for the sake of service to your country. </p>
<p>Either choice is a noble one.</p>
<p>How cool is that!</p>