R 131318Z DEC 24
MARADMIN 600/24
FM CMC WASHINGTON DC
UNCLAS MSGID/GENADMIN,USMTF,2024/CG MCRC QUANTICO VA//
SUBJ/FISCAL YEAR 2026 (FY26) ENLISTED TO WARRANT OFFICER
(WO) RESERVE SELECTION BOARD//
REF/A/MSGID:DOC/CMC MPP-30/YMD:20190716//
REF/B/MSGID:DOC/CMC C 466/YMD:20230609//
REF/C/MSGID:DOC/CMC MIFD/YMD:20000714//
REF/D/MSGID:DOC/CMC MPO/YMD:20240412//
REF/E/MSGID:DOC/C46ITPS/YMD:20220323//
REF/F/MSGID:DOC/CMC MMEA-6/YMD:20210223//
REF/G/MSGID:DOC/CMC MPP/YMD:20140204//
REF/H/MSGID:DOC/BUMED/YMD:20050812//
REF/I/MSGID:DOC/CMC MMRP-30/YMD:20180501//
REF/J/MSGID:DOC/C46ITPS/YMD:20100908//
REF/K/MSGID:DOC/CMC/RA/YMD: 20200626//
REF/L/MSGID:DOC/CMC MRA/YMD: 20200825//
NARR/REF (A) IS MCO 1040.42B, WARRANT OFFICER (WO) AND LIMITED DUTY
OFFICER (LDO) ACCESSION PROGRAMS. REF (B) IS NAVMC 1200.1J,
MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTIES MANUAL. REF (C) IS MCO P1070.12K,
W/CH 1, MARINE CORPS INDIVIDUAL RECORDS ADMINISTRATION MANUAL (SHORT
TITLE: IRAM). REF (D) IS MCBUL 1020, MARINE CORPS TATTOO POLICY.
REF (E) IS MCO 6100.13A W/CH 4, MARINE CORPS PHYSICAL FITNESS AND
COMBAT FITNESS TESTS (PFT/CFT). REF (F) IS MCO 6110.3A W/CH3,
MARINE CORPS BODY COMPOSITION AND MILITARY APPEARANCE PROGRAM.
REF (G) IS MCO 1230.5C, CLASSIFICATION TESTING. REF (H) IS NAVMED
P117, DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY, MANUAL OF THE MEDICAL DEPARTMENT
(MANMED), CHAPTER 15. REF (I) IS MCO 1610.7A, PERFORMANCE
EVALUATION SYSTEM (SHORT TITLE: PES). REF (J) IS MCO 1040.31,
ENLISTED RETENTION AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM. REF (K) IS MCO
1040R.31, MARINE CORPS RESERVE ENLISTED RETENTION AND CAREER
DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM. REF (L) IS MARADMIN 491/20, REMOVAL OF
PHOTOGRAPHS FROM CONSIDERATION BY PROMOTION BOARDS AND SELECTION
PROCESSES PERTAINING TO ASSIGNMENT, TRAINING, EDUCATION AND COMMAND//
POC/BRENT R. REIDENBACH/MCRC ON-E/TEL: (571) 559-4396/EMAIL:
BRENT.REIDENBACH@MARINES.USMC.MIL//
GENTEXT/REMARKS/1. The purpose of this MARADMIN is to announce the
FY26 Enlisted to Warrant Officer (WO) Reserve Selection Board.
Qualified Marines in the Selected Marine Corps Reserve (SMCR),
Active Reserve (AR), Mobilized Reserve Marines, Individual Ready
Reserve and Standby Reserve (Active list) are encouraged to submit
applications in accordance with the guidelines provided by reference
(a) and this MARADMIN.
2. Dates
a. FY26 WO Reserve Selection Board. On or about 10 June 2025,
the board will convene at Headquarters, U.S. Marine Corps for
approximately 2 weeks.
b. Application Deadline. The deadline for submission of
applications is 15 April 2025. Late applications will not be
accepted.
3. Electronic Applications. All WO applications will be submitted
electronically in accordance with the instructions provided in the
following paragraphs. All submitted documents shall be legible.
Marines who have questions regarding the technical use of the
electronic application may contact the Marine Corps Recruiting
Command (MCRC) point of contact listed in paragraph 16 of this
message. Qualified Marines are required to obtain a Commanding
Officer (CO) or Inspector-Instructor (I-I) endorsement at each level
of command up to the first General Officer (GO) in their endorsing
chain of command and submit their complete application through DoD
SAFE (Secure Access File Exchange), https:(slash)(slash)safe.apps.
mil/, to the following email address:
warrantofficerboard@marines.usmc.mil. Marines are to follow all
instructions within DoD SAFE when uploading and submitting their
application. Hard copy applications will be accepted on a
case-by-case basis. COs/I-Is must ensure that their endorsements,
denoting their level of confidence in the Marines, are promptly
returned to the Marines so that the Marines may submit their
applications prior to the deadline. Commands do not necessarily
need to review all of the information contained in the applications
in order to determine a level of endorsement. Leaders in the chains
of command should only request review of items relevant to
determining the level of confidence the CO/I-I has in a Marine.
Commands must ensure that Marines receive original copies of all
endorsements.
4. WO Technical Qualification. Marines are encouraged to contact
their respective Military Occupational Field Sponsors to determine
technical eligibility for a Military Occupational Specialty (MOS).
Per references (a) and (b), to apply for the FY26 Enlisted to WO
Reserve Selection Board, Marines must be technically and
professionally qualified to serve in the MOS for which they are
applying. MOS, assignments, and billets held must be identified in
the application.
5. Billet Vacancies (BV). The below-listed BV are available
for the FY26 Enlisted to WO Reserve selection board. SMCR
applications must identify preferred assignment locations.
a. AR Marines only: 0170 (4), 6004 (1) and 6502 (1).
Assignment locations will be based on the needs of the AR program
upon attendance at the Warrant Officer Basic Course (WOBC).
b. SMCR Marines only:
BMOS RESRUC City Unit
0170 00985 Chicopee MASS-6 MACG-48 4th MAW
0170 01146 Great Lakes MTACS-48 MACG-48 4th MAW
0170 04160 Pensacola NAS MATSG-42 Trng Com NAS Pensacola Fl
0170 14641 Seal Beach Hqtrs Btry 5/14 4th MarDiv
0170 14301 Fort Worth Hqtrs Btry 14th Mar Regt 4th
MarDiv
0170 14321 Grand Prairie Hqtrs Btry 2/14 4th MarDiv
0170 21831 Tampa H and S Co 4th AA Bn 4th MarDiv
0170 73010 Mobile 3d Forecon Co 4th MarDiv
0205 14806 San Diego DS CO ISB MarForRes
0210 14804 Oceana CI/Humint Co B ISB FHG MarForRes
0210 14803 San Antonio CI/Humint Co A ISB FHG MarForRes
0430 00512 McGuire AFB AFB MWSS-472 MAG-49 4th MAW
0430 00051 McGuire AFB Hqtrs MAG-49 4th MAW
0620 00407 Great Lakes Hqtrs MWCS-48 MACG-48 4th MAW
0630 21685 Brooklyn GS Comm Co 6th Bn FHG MarForRes
0630 00407 Great Lakes Hqtrs MWCS-48 MACG-48 4th MAW
0670 04048 Greensboro Comm Co CLR45 4th MLG
0670 00407 Great Lakes Hqtrs MWCS-48 MACG-48 4th MAW
0803 14641 Seal Beach Hqtrs Btry 5/14 4th MarDiv
0803 14301 Fort Worth Hqtrs Btry 14th Mar Regt 4th
MarDiv
0803 14641 Seal Beach Hqtrs Btry 5/14 4th MarDiv
0803 14321 Grand Prairie Hqtrs Btry 2/14 4th MarDiv
0803 14331 Bristol Hqtrs Btry 3/14 4th MarDiv
1120 00985 Chicopee MASS-6 MACG-48 4th MAW
1120 00540 Chicopee Det B MWSS-472 MAG-49 4th MAW
1120 22324 Battle Creek Engr Spt Co 6th ESB 4th MLG
1310 00512 McGuire AFB MWSS-472 MAG-49 4th MAW
1310 21836 Galveston LCC C 4th AA Bn 4th MarDiv
1390 71701 Wilmington Bulk Fuel Co B (-) 6th ESB 4th MLG
2110 04046 Kansas City Hqtrs Co CLR 4 4th MLG
2110 04055 Waco Maint Co CLB 453 CLR 4 4th MLG
2120 04050 Ayer Det 5 Maint Co CLB 451 CLR 45 4th
MLG
2120 04055 Waco Maint Co CLB 453 CLR 4 4th MLG
2120 14321 Grand Prairie Hqtrs Btry 2/14 4th MarDiv
2120 14331 Bristol Hqtrs Btry 3/14 4th MarDiv
2120 14641 Seal Beach Hqtrs Btry 5/14 4th MarDiv
2120 14301 Fort Worth Hqtrs Btry 14th Mar Regt 4th
MarDiv
2305 00527 Selfridge ANGB Det B MWSS-471 MAG-41 4th MAW
2305 01149 Miramar MCAS MWSS-473 MAG-41 4th MAW
2305 00512 McGuire AFB MWSS-472 MAG-49 4th MAW
2340 04059 Greenville Det 1 Sup Co CLB 451 CLR 45 4th
MLG
2805 04049 Greensboro Det 4 Maint Co CLB 451 CLR 45 4th
MLG
2805 21684 Brooklyn Svc Co 6th Comm Bn FHG MarForRes
3010 04058 Raleigh Sup Co CLB 451 CLR 45 4th MLG
3010 04064 Albany Det 2 Sup Co CLB 453 CLR 4 4th MLG
3010 04036 Charlotte H and S Co CLB 451 CLR 45 4th MLG
3010 04058 Raleigh Sup Co CLB 451 CLR 45 4th MLG
3010 29461 Buckley AFB H and S Co CLB 453 CLR 4 4th MLG
3102 04062 San Jose Sup Co CLB 453 CLR 4 4th MLG
3510 04066 Las Vegas Truck Co 23d Mar Regt 4th MarDiv
5702 14641 Seal Beach Hqtrs Btry 5/14 4th MarDiv
5702 14131 Bridgeton H and S Co 3/23 4th MarDiv
5702 14321 Grand Prairie Hqtrs Btry 2/14 4th MarDiv
5702 14211 Ft Devens H and S Co 1/25 4th MarDiv
5702 14161 Detroit H and S Co 1/24 4th MarDiv
5702 14111 Ellington H and S Co 1/23 4th MarDiv
5702 14666 Smyrna Pers Ret and Proc Co CLR 45 4th
MLG
5910 01284 Oceana Det EW/C MACS-24 MACG-48 4th MAW
5950 01236 Fort Worth NAS JRB Det A ATC MACS-24 MACG-48 4th MAW
6502 04780 Camp Pendleton MCAS HMLA-775 (-) MAG-41 4th MAW
6604 01136 Fort Worth NAS JRB MALS-41 MAG-41 4th MAW
6604 01774 New River MCAS VMM-774 MAG-49 4th MAW
6877 01236 Fort Worth NAS JRB Det A ATC MACS-24 MACG-48 4th MAW
6. Qualified Marines are encouraged to submit applications in
accordance with the guidelines provided by reference (a) and this
MARADMIN. In accordance with reference (l), no promotion photos
will be submitted with the application. Marines should follow the
sample application and endorsements should follow the format and
content located at https:(slash)(slash)www.mcrc.marines.mil/
Marine-Officer/Officer-Naval-Enlisted-Applicants/ with the
exception of the following:
a. Submit appropriate Marine Corps Total Force System (MCTFS)
screens for Service Record Book (SRB) pages that have been replaced
per reference (c) by MCTFS. Marines must ensure SRB pages which
have been removed and replaced by MCTFS are updated, and these pages
must be made part of their application. Due to operational
necessity, all Marines are required to provide their full Social
Security Number (SSN) and other Personally Identifiable Information
(PII) on the data sheet only. PII is required to track, identify
and evaluate applicants throughout the application process.
b. In accordance with reference (d), the Commanding General
(CG) MCRC is the adjudicating authority for any tattoo issue
involving accessions (both officer and enlisted), to include
enlisted Marines who apply for a commissioning or warrant officer
program and prior service accessions. All Marines will complete the
Tattoo Screening Form (TSF) and Statement of Understanding (SOU). A
copy of the TSF and SOU may be found in the Warrant Officer sample
application that can be found on the MCRC website at https:(slash)
(slash)www.mcrc.marines.mil/Marine-Officer/Officer-Naval-Enlisted-
Applicants/. Marines and certifying commissioned officers are
required to fill out the entire form except the re-verification
portion. Commands must ensure that color photos are included and
forwarded with the application. Marines must submit full length
photos in Physical Training (PT) gear (green shorts-green t-shirt)
from the left, right, front, and back. Marines with body markings
must submit a clear, close-up color photograph of each body marking
accompanied by an explanation addressing the content (description
and meaning), location, size, and date the body marking was made.
For body markings located in private areas, Marines will submit a
drawing and a written description detailing the criteria cited by
this paragraph in lieu of a photograph. Private areas are defined
as any portion of the body that is covered by the PT uniform.
Photo/drawing of the body marking is required in the application
only. Digital photos/drawings of body markings will not be filed in
the Marines' Official Military Personnel Files, nor be viewed by the
board. The photographs and screening forms aid CG MCRC in ensuing
all officer accessions are within standards.
c. Disciplinary Action. Per reference (c), Unit Punishment
Books (UPB) are only filed in the SRB if applicable. Therefore,
include a UPB as an additional enclosure to the basic application
if applicable. For those Marines who do not have a UPB, include
the following statement as an additional paragraph in the basic
application: "No UPB provided due to no record of disciplinary
action."
d. Applicants must disclose all instances of disciplinary
and/or investigative actions taken against the Marine, regardless
of the outcome. This includes but is not limited to: court martial
proceedings, civilian court proceedings, administrative separation
processing, non-judicial punishment, command investigations,
Prohibited Activities and Conduct investigations, and any other
investigation conducted by a government agency. This includes court
proceedings of any kind resulting in an acquittal, dismissal, or
deferred prosecution; and any investigation or proceeding in which
the basis is unfounded or unsubstantiated. Marines reporting such
instances must provide a detailed statement with any associated
documentation explaining the circumstances of the matter and the
disposition.
e. Marines must submit a 100 - 500 word essay that addresses
why they want to become a WO in the Marine Corps.
f. Physical Fitness. Per reference (e), Marines are required
to have a current Marine Corps Physical Fitness Test (PFT) on file.
The PFT induction standard for TBS is a first class PFT defined in
reference (e). Marines are required to maintain Marine Corps
body composition and military appearance.
g. Test Scores. Per reference (a), Marines must possess a
minimum Electronics Repair (EL) composite score of 110 derived from
one of the following tests:
1) Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB),
2) Armed Forces Classification Test (AFCT)
They can also qualify with one of the following standardized
tests:
1) Minimum combined English and Math score of 39 or a
composite score of 22 on the American College Test (ACT)
2) Minimum combined Math and Verbal or Math and Critical
Reading score of 1000 on the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT).
Marines who meet the aptitude test score requirement with an ACT or
a SAT score must include a certified copy of the test report as an
enclosure to the application. Marines who meet the aptitude test
score requirement with an ASVAB must use the Basic Training Record
(BTR) as evidence of a qualifying EL score. Classification test
scores are located on the test score screen of MCTFS. If scores
are in MCTFS, but do not appear on the BTR, attach a copy of the
test score screen to the BTR and submit as an enclosure to the
application. Only EL scores resident within MCTFS will be accepted
as official scores of record for all Marines.
h. Age. There is no age restriction.
i. Rank. Sergeant and above.
j. Qualifying service
(1) SMCR Marines. In addition to the eligibility criteria,
Marines who apply for a SMCR billet should have no less than 8 or
more than 20 projected years of Qualifying Naval Service (QNS) as
indicated on the Career Retirement Credit Report. Marines selected
on the FY26 Enlisted to WO Reserve Selection Board are tentatively
scheduled for appointment on 1 February 2026. When computing the
amount of total QNS, use the convening date of 10 June 2025. When
calculating SMCR QNS, add the total number of satisfactory years
to the total number of months from the Marine's anniversary date to
the projected convening date of the board.
(2) AR Marines. AR Marines who apply for WO to fill an AR
WO vacancy must have neither less than 8 nor more than 20 years of
Active Naval Service (ANS) on the date the board convenes. For the
purpose of this requirement, ANS is defined as active duty naval
service which would qualify the Marine for an active duty retirement
upon completion of 20 years of naval service. When calculating AR
ANS, take the number of active duty points paid then divide by
365.25. Active duty in the U.S. Army or U.S. Air Force is not
creditable as naval service. This prerequisite is required to
ensure selectees meet targeted active duty naval service for future
competitive promotions, and future promotion potential within its
population.
(3) AR Marines who apply for SMCR WO Billets. AR Marines
are exempt from the 8 years ANS requirement but still must meet the
8 years qualifying service. AR Marines who accept an appointment
for a SMCR billet must be released from the AR program. They will
be identified by a separate correspondence but no later than
31 December 2025.
k. Waivers. Requests for waivers shall be submitted as part of
the Marine's basic letter, and a recommendation for waiver approval
must be made in the GO endorsements at the major subordinate
command level.
l. Retest Procedures. Marines whose test scores do not satisfy
minimum requirements must retest immediately to ensure scores are
posted prior to submission of an application. Marines will not be
allowed to retest without first obtaining written authorization from
their commands at the battalion/squadron level via the Command
Authorization Letter found within reference (g). These requests may
be signed "by direction" by the unit Career Retention Specialist or
any staff officer with "by direction" authority from the CO.
Marines are highly encouraged to follow the Command Authorization
Letter template found within reference (g), enclosure (1), to avoid
administrative processing delays due to incorrect letter format.
The Command Authorization Letter template can also be downloaded
from the Manpower Studies and Analysis (MPA) Test Control website at
https:(slash)(slash)www.manpower.usmc.mil/webcenter/portal/MPA/
Testing. Marines should then schedule an AFCT retest with the
nearest base or installation education center or authorized Marine
Corps test site. Marines are not authorized to take an ASVAB/AFCT
retest at a Military Entrance Processing Station or Military Entrance
Test site. Marines may only take the AFCT twice in a twelve (12)
month period. In addition, Marines will not be retested earlier
than six (6) months following the most recent retest. Exceptions to
those requirements can only be authorized by the Commandant of the
Marine Corps (MPA Test Control). Failure to follow AFCT retesting
policy will result in test score invalidation. Marines may submit
their applications pending AFQT/AFCT retesting if they are using
their EL score to meet the aptitude test score requirements
established by reference (a) provided the following conditions are
met:
(1) Commands must endorse the applications with a projected
date for testing availability and test results.
(2) Testing must be completed no later than 60 days prior to
the convening date of the selection board in order to ensure test
scores can be recorded and reflected in MCTFS. Convening date of
the board is on or about 10 June 2025; therefore, testing must be
completed no later than 10 April 2025. Marines must provide a copy
of their updated scores as soon as they receive them.
(3) Marines are advised that if the qualifying score is not
reflected in MCTFS by the convening date of the board, the
application will be determined ineligible and not forwarded to the
board for consideration. Reference (g) provides information on the
Marine Corps Classification Testing Program and publishes initial
testing and retest prerequisites. Arrangements and coordination
with Army testing facilities in Kuwait have been made to test
Marines. Army testing facilities are located at Camp Arifjan and
Camp Buehring. If not located within 50 miles of a Marine Corps or
sister service testing facility or if any other extenuating
circumstances exist regarding AFCT retest authorization, contact MPA
Test Control DSN 278-9368/Comm: (703) 784-9368.
m. OMPF and Master Brief Sheet (MBS). Per references (c) and
(i), each Marine is personally responsible for ensuring the accuracy
and completeness of their OMPF and MBS. The most expeditious means
of accessing and viewing the OMPF and MBS are through OMPF online
via Marine Online (MOL). Marines are advised that the OMPFs and
MBSs are distributed to the board in advance of the convening date.
Therefore, it is imperative that the Marine review their OMPF and
MBS in a timely manner. If deficiencies such as missing fitness
reports, date gaps, or unreadable documents are present in the
OMPFs, Marines are personally responsible for correcting the
deficiencies with Manpower Management Records and Performance
Branch (MMRP). The deadline to submit Official Military Personnel
File (OMPF) related information is no later than 24 May 2025. All
emails submitted to MMRP-20 will include "FY26 WO Reserve Selection
Board" the subject line. Emails not including said information on
subject line or submitted after said date may not be reviewed in
time for said board. Only information that has posted to Marine
Corps Total Force System (MCTFS) and OMPF by 2359 EST on 31 May 2025
will be submitted to the board.
n. Billet Choices. If qualified, Marines may indicate
additional billet choices provided in paragraph 5b of this MARADMIN.
Additional billet choices should be listed in order of preference.
Due to fluctuations in structure and personnel requirements, some of
the primary MOS(s) and BV(s) listed in this MARADMIN may close out
prior to the convening date of the board. Marines whose primary MOS
choices or billet locations close out will automatically have their
subsequent MOS choice considered as their primary. Marines must
apply for specific billets at specific sites listed in this MARADMIN
where they will subsequently be assigned. Marines must indicate
billet and MOS choices in the sample application form located on the
MCRC website at website at https:(slash)(slash)www.mcrc.marines.mil/
Marine-Officer/Officer-Naval-Enlisted-Applicants/. This requirement
also applies to AR Marines desiring release from the AR Program in
order to fill a SMCR billet. The Commandant of the Marine Corps has
approved procedures to select Marines for appointment to WO where
they can continue to actively participate in the SMCR. AR Marines
may apply for a SMCR MOS vacancy; however, an AR Marine who is
selected for a SMCR MOS vacancy and accepts appointment in that MOS
will not be retained on active duty in the AR program. Further, an
AR Marine applying for a SMCR MOS requirement must include the
following statement in addition to the application: "I understand
that if I am selected for and accept appointment in one of the SMCR
MOS requirements for which I have applied, I will be released from
active duty in the AR program no later than 30 days before the day
in which I accept appointment to Warrant Officer. I further
understand selection to the grade of Warrant Officer requires that
I affiliate with the designated unit for a period of 3 years."
7. Application completeness. Applications received without all
endorsements will not be considered by the board. Ineligible
Marines will not be considered by the board. COs/I-I should not
recommend appointment for Marines who do not meet the eligibility
criteria and do not qualify for a waiver. If the senior endorser
deems a Marine "not recommended" for appointment, the Marine is
ineligible for board consideration. Marines who receive an
endorsement of "not recommended" from the senior endorser and
forward their application to MCRC will have their application
removed from consideration and not forwarded to the board. COs/I-Is
are directed to pass this information to eligible Marines within
their commands, review applications for completeness, ensure that
Marines who are requesting a waiver receive comprehensive
justification on all endorsements (including the senior endorser),
and make definitive recommendations regarding all applicants who
submit applications. Requests for waiver of disciplinary action
requirements will be considered if appropriate justification is
provided in accordance with the following:
8. Proof of security clearance or open investigation. All
applicants must have their Security Manager complete a Security
Clearance Verification Letter. A sample of the Security Clearance
Verification Letter can be found on the MCRC website at
https:(slash)(slash)www.mcrc.marines.mil/Marine-Officer/
Officer-Naval-Enlisted-Applicants/under "General Forms."
9. Medical Qualifications. A complete medical examination must be
completed and submitted separately from the application. Medical
documents must include a Report of Medical Examination (DD Form
2808), Report of Medical History (DD Form 2807-1), and an Annual
Certification of physical condition or current Preventative Health
Assessment, if applicable. A medical examination must have been
completed within 24 months prior to anticipated date of appointment
on 1 February 2026. Applicants must pay particular attention to the
following items:
a. Marks and scars must be listed.
b. Dental class type 1 or 2, documented on the DD Form 2808 in
block 43, and have block 83.a. signed by a dentist or submit a
dental examination as a separate enclosure. Dental records should
be updated to reflect the most current dental examination.
c. HIV results must be within 24 months of check-in to include
date tested and roster number.
d. Distance vision must be documented in block 61 of the DD
Form 2808. If vision does not correct to 20/20, a current manifest
refraction and ophthalmology evaluation is required. Applicants
with a history of vision correction surgery must have all
pre-operative and post-operative reports included with the medical
documents.
e. The results of an updated audiogram must be included in DD
Form 2808 block 71.a. or as a separate enclosure. If any results
are outside the normal range, per reference (h), section 38, submit
an Ear, Nose, Throat (ENT) or Audiology consultation/evaluation and
interpretation.
f. Female Marines over the age of 21 must have a current
Papanicolaou (PAP) test within the past 36 months. The pathology
report from the most recent test must be submitted.
g. Ensure all "Yes" answers on DD Form 2807-1 are explained by
the physician in block 29. All pertinent medical clearance
documents for each condition disclosed in the DD Form 2807-1 should
be provided.
h. Ensure all answers on DD Form 2808 blocks 17-42 (excluding
block 41 for males) are marked normal or abnormal. "NE" is not an
acceptable answer.
10. Extensions. Requests for extensions will not be entertained.
To ensure proper filing of separate correspondence addressed to
the president of the board for inclusion with an application,
include the Marines' names, EDIPI numbers, and MOS choices.
Letters of recommendation from officers outside the normal COC who
have knowledge of the Marines' leadership qualities and their
potential for appointment may be submitted electronically to
warrantofficerboard@marines.usmc.mil up until 30 May 2025 in order
to be considered. Correspondence arriving after this date will not
be seen by the board.
11. Recurring application discrepancies noted on past selection
boards include:
a. Senior endorsers neglecting to make definitive
recommendations regarding a Marine's application
b. Marines applying for a MOS they are not qualified for
c. COC neglecting to vet Marines for MOS qualifications
d. Gaps in fitness reports
e. Missing statements supporting NJPs and page 11 entries
(i.e. fraternization statement)
f. Incomplete statements regarding initiation, completion,
or type of security investigation/clearance
g. Missing current physical fitness or combat fitness test
scores
h. Missing proof or verification of citizenship (if Basic
Individual Record reflects Alien)
i. Letters of recommendation neglecting to address the
Marines' experience in the MOS they are applying for
j. Missing documents from the OMPF:
1. Fitness reports
2. Award citation write-ups
3. Any information not documented in the OMPF
12. Changes to Status. COs/I-Is must notify MCRC in writing of
any changes which affect enlistment status, medical status, or
disciplinary action which occurs after submission of an
application.
13. Basic Reenlistment Prerequisites. In addition to the
requirements contained in reference (a), Marines must meet the
basic reenlistment prerequisites per reference (l). Applying to
the WO Selection Board does not justify an extension of an End of
Active Service (EAS) date or a reenlistment as the sole basis.
If a Marine will EAS prior to the appointment date on or about
1 February 2026, the Marines will need to coordinate with their
respective career planner and CO/I-I for guidance.
14. Post Selection
a. All WO selection results are considered confidential and
cannot be released under any circumstances until approved by the
CMC. Once CMC approves, results will be published by MARADMIN
message.
b. Selectees are scheduled to be appointed on or about 1
February 2026 and will attend the WOBC.
c. By separate orders, selectees will be ordered to report to
the CG, Marine Corps Combat Development Command to attend the WOBC
at TBS in January 2026.
d. A Reserve WO lineal control number is determined based upon
seniority of a WO in his/her permanent enlisted grade at the time
of appointment. Per Title 10, U.S. Code, Section 12241, Reserve
appointments to permanent WO grades are for an indefinite term and
are held during the pleasure of the Secretary concerned.
Accordingly, the CO, TBS or any required MOS follow-on school may
request that CMC terminate the appointment of a WO who fails
the WOBC or any required MOS follow-on school.
e. SMCR selectees may be eligible for the SMCR Warrant Officer
Accession Bonus. All requests must be submitted no later than 31
December 2025. Point of contact is GySgt Jean-Claude at
(703)432-9077.
15. Cancellation. This MARADMIN is cancelled 28 February 2026.
16. The point of contact (POC) for the MARADMIN is Mr. Brent
Reidenbach. Please refer to the POC information at the beginning
of this MARADMIN or email brent.reidenbach@marines.usmc.mil
17. Release authorized by Major General William J. Bowers,
Commanding General, Marine Corps Recruiting Command.//