Friday, July 31, 2009

College Student Pre-Commissioning Initiative




Coast Guard Recruit Company Victor 181 graduated 22 new Guardians today, July 31, 2009, that are part of the College Student Pre-Commissioning Initiative (CSPI) program.

CSPI is a Coast Guard scholarship program for college sophomores (apply as a sophomores, start the program as a junior). The program provides a monthly salary, full tuition, some fees, and the cost of some books during the student's junior and senior year. Members in the program must attend enlisted basic training, and participate in various Coast Guard training events throughout the duration of the program. During their junior year, CSPI students attend the Officer Indoctrination School at the Coast Guard Academy, or receive on-the-job training at various Coast Guard operational units. Upon graduation, members are guaranteed the opportunity to attend Coast Guard OCS. If the applicant graduates from OCS he/she is commissioned as an ensign in the United States Coast Guard, and is obligated to complete at least three years of active duty.

Click on the below links for more information about the CSPI program.

http://www.gocoastguard.com/find-your-fit/officer-opportunities/programs/college-student-pre-commissioning-initiative

http://usmilitary.about.com/od/cgjoin/a/cspi.htm

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