Affiliating with the Navy Reserve
Served Before
What would you give to feel the pride of wearing the uniform again? The answer doesn’t have to be a full-time commitment. You could be serving part-time. Making the most of your prior military service experience. And rediscovering what you miss most about the military – through an affiliation with the Navy Reserve.
There’s never been a better time to affiliate. So take everything in this section into consideration as you decide if the Navy Reserve is right for you.
A life of service. A life of your own. See what it means to those who have served before.
Servicemembers who transition away from the military find time to focus on other obligations, priorities and goals. But they also give up an important part of who they are. Part-time service in the Navy Reserve can put you back in touch with what’s missing and enable you to pick up right where you left off. read on Reasons to Join
Potential affiliation bonuses now available
Depending upon your rating or specialty and whether you qualify as Enlisted or an Officer, you could be earning a bonus from $5,000 to $20,000 when you affiliate with the Navy Reserve.
Am I eligible to pursue part-time Navy Reserve service? How many years would I be agreeing to serve? Here, get information about Navy Reserve qualifications and the typical Navy Reserve commitment for those who've served before. read on Qualifications & Commitment
There are different programs that allow you to affiliate with the Navy Reserve. Your eligibility for these programs depends upon your prior service background, how long it’s been since you were discharged from service, and a variety of other factors. Familiarize yourself with them. read on Entrance Programs
The process of affiliating with the Navy Reserve is relatively simple and seamless. Recruiters will guide candidates through the process – helping you whether you qualify as a NAVET (Navy Veteran) or OSVET (Other Service Veteran) or through any of the other related entrance programs. read on Entry Process
Rates, ranks and terminology that indicate a servicemember’s status differ by military branch. But grades (E-1 to E-9 for Enlisted and O-1 to O-10 for Officer) indicate how status equates across the uniformed services. Find where you stand and how your previous pay grade compares. read on Rate/Rank Converter
Officer Experience Is in High Demand
The importance of having experienced Officers joining the ranks of the Navy Reserve has never been greater. And who better to offer insight into the part-time service option than actual Officers who’ve affiliated with the Navy Reserve.
America's Navy Reserve
A Global Force for Good
