Does having a Bacherlors degree make me more “competitive” for promotion as a Warrant?

2019-11-25T13:30:53-05:00

I’m currently enrolled in college and am wondering if completely my bachelors degree would make me more competive for promotion.
Yes I know CW2 is automatic in terms of TIG, but being looked at for 3/4 would having my bacherlors degree completed and going for my masters later.

Back story ; I’ve been saying I was going to “start” my flight packet, and never did. (Hardest part is starting it) however and buddy of mine finally helped me get my mind back on track and I’m offically going to start it.

I’m asking this question for general knowledge, any input is appreciated

Response by CW2 Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 25 at 2019 1:42 PM

2019-11-25T13:42:10-05:00

In today’s Army, having a degree will make you more competitive than someone who doesn’t. The promotion rate is geared towards those who have the intellectual capacity for leadership rather than the physical aptitude.

Response by SFC Michael Hasbun made Nov 25 at 2019 1:44 PM

2019-11-25T13:44:34-05:00

There are literally zero situations where having a degree is a bad thing (unless there's a serial killer stalking college graduates, I suppose)...

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 25 at 2019 1:50 PM

2019-11-25T13:50:10-05:00

Sure as hell won't hurt your chances

Response by CW2 Michael Bodnar made Nov 25 at 2019 2:24 PM

2019-11-25T14:24:22-05:00

It certainly cannot hurt your chances. As long as you have the required time as an E5 (with three NCOER's), that will only give you more of a leg up.

Response by CW3 David Covey made Nov 25 at 2019 4:07 PM

2019-11-25T16:07:44-05:00

Definitely.. Having a piece of paper is always better than experience or devotion to duty as far as promotion boards are concerned.. Be sure to suck up to your commanders for that coveted top block too.. And yes I'm still bitter over being passed over.

Response by MAJ Javier Rivera made Nov 25 at 2019 4:55 PM

2019-11-25T16:55:00-05:00

It will. Like any other section board you are competing with other fellows therefore anything that gives you an advantage is a plus.

Response by WO1 Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 25 at 2019 5:28 PM

2019-11-25T17:28:26-05:00

Yes. Always. In just about every possible scenario.

Response by CPL Gary Pifer made Nov 25 at 2019 11:29 PM

2019-11-25T23:29:37-05:00

You have any stick time? You may not actually want to fly. Thus the delay...