The Baccalaureate Degree Completion Program (BDCP) is a collegiate program that allows eligible students to complete their bachelor’s degree while earning full Navy pay and benefits. BDCP participants receive financial support and a guaranteed path to become a commissioned U.S. Navy Officer upon graduation and successful completion of Officer Candidate School (OCS) or Officer Development School (ODS).
While in school, BDCP students have no day-to-day military obligations—the only ongoing requirement is maintaining Navy physical fitness standards through the Physical Readiness Test (PRT).
Community
- Intelligence Officer (Intel): Analyze information and provide actionable intelligence to support mission planning.
Key Benefits
- Full-time Navy pay and Health care benefits while in college
- Guaranteed Officer Candidate School (OCS/ODS) seat after graduation
- Advancement opportunities up to E-6 prior to commissioning
- Leadership, mentorship, and career development while earning your degree
Eligibility Requirements
- U.S. Citizen, at least 19 years old
- Enrolled or accepted at an accredited four-year college or university
- 60+ semester hours (or 90+ quarter hours) completed
- Minimum 2.8 GPA
- Currently not accepting non-medical waivers
- Must meet Navy medical and PRT physical fitness standards
- Security clearance required for certain communities
Areas of Study
- Major fields of study in international relations with a regional focus (e.g., Middle East or Asian studies), political science, history, or science, technology, engineering and mathematics are strongly preferred, but not required.
Why Choose BDCP?
The BDCP allows you to finish college without financial stress while preparing for an elite leadership career in the U.S. Navy. You will graduate ready to lead Sailors, manage advanced technology, and make a global impact while gaining professional experience, full-time pay, and benefits before graduation.
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