Is Call to Active Duty (CAD) the only way for an Officer to transfer from the RC to RA?

CPT Blake Ruggiero — Wed, 12 Sep 2018 12:34:25 -0400

For some background, I'm currently branched EN, will be attending EBOLC in April 2019 and I'm already drilling with my unit in a PL slot. I also just want to clarify that I assessed into the Reserves not because of the OML but because I decided to go GRFD for the added benefits while in college. I have deeply regretted that decision.

I've heard rumors that some 2LTs have been able to switch to Active during BOLC but on communication with my the my branch manager I've been told CAD is the only way. Even if there is a new CAD for FY19 I probably wouldn't be able to utilize it since I'll still be in BOLC at that time.

I know for enlisted personal they go the conditional release route, is that possible for Officers?

I know this is a pretty common question but just doing what I can to find any options available so any advice is well appreciated.

Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made Sep 12 at 2018 12:42 PM

MAJ Ken Landgren — Wed, 12 Sep 2018 12:42:35 -0400

Have you considered going the AGR route?

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 12 at 2018 1:33 PM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 12 Sep 2018 13:33:55 -0400

CAD is the only way for a RC/NG officer to change over to AD. The last CAD MILPER message excluded the majority of 2LTs and 1LTs. You may not be able to apply until you are a CPT, by that time the CAD program may be much more restrictive.

Was your GRFD contract linked to a scholarship? If it was you may be pinned to the RC for six years until they are willing to release you.

If you can apply. You will have to get a conditional release from your component. The CAD MILPER message has instructions on how to complete the process.

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 12 at 2018 5:15 PM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 12 Sep 2018 17:15:01 -0400

Your best bet would be to apply for AGR, after you get your 1LT. Then get your CPT and CCC knocked out. Then you can put in your CAD packet, since you'll not likely be picked up on CAD as an LT. At that point you'll have 4 years of Active service before you move back over to the Regular Army.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 12 at 2018 6:27 PM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 12 Sep 2018 18:27:36 -0400

CPT Blake Ruggiero, you must first complete your Military Service Obligation (MSO) associated with your GRFD scholarship by serving eight years in the Reserves, then you may apply for the Call to Active Duty Program (CAD) through HRC.

AGREEMENT OF GRFD SCHOLARSHIP, CC Form 203-R:
As a GRFD Scholarship Cadet (including Military Junior College cadets), I agree to the following:
3.c.: " I may not revoke this GRFD endorsement and apply for accession into active duty".