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Officer Benefits
 
Becoming a Commissioned Officer in the United States Army has numerous benefits other than getting your education paid for.  The following are some of the benefits you will see as an Active Duty Second Lieutenant:

 

  • Guaranteed job placement out of college
  • Starting salary of $44,000
  • $72,000 at 5 years, $90,000 at 10 years
  • One third of your salary is non-taxable
  • Lead 30 soldiers in your first position
  • 30 Days of Paid Vacation
  • Free medical and dental care
  • Life insurance programs
  • Opportunities for graduate degrees
  • Better job opportunities than your peers if you get out