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Naval Nuclear Propulsion Officer

U.S. Navy
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ABOUT NUPOC

The Naval Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate (NUPOC) Program is a collegiate program for students interested in engineering to join the U.S. Navy as an officer in the Nuclear Propulsion Program while enrolled in a full-time college degree program. Students accepted into the NUPOC program will receive a full-time salary to focus on their education while reducing concerns of financial obligations.

 

Minimum Requirements

  • U.S. citizen between 19 and 29 years of age at the time of commissioning. Exceptions up to age 40 for select jobs may be available.
  • Currently enrolled in a full-time college degree program or have graduated with a B.A./B.S. degree
  • Completed the following courses: Calculus I, Calculus II, Physics I, and Physics II
  • Able to pass a medical and security screening for military service

*Some eligibility requirements are waiverable on a case-by-case basis.

Job Opportunities

The NUPOC program offers several job opportunities for those interested. Jobs include:

Financial Benefits

Upon acceptance into the NUPOC program, applicants will receive the following:

  • $15,000 - $30,000 Signing Bonus
  • Monthly Income for up to 42 months while in school. Includes:
    • Base Pay
    • Monthly Housing Allowance**
    • Monthly Food Allowance
  • Refer Your Friend. If you refer someone to NUPOC, you will receive a monthly pay raise of up to $500.
  • $2,000 Bonus upon completing training at a Nuclear Power Training Unit
  • Annual Continuation Bonuses for continued service beyond initial commitment
  • Additional Pay Incentives based upon job selection (i.e. Submarine Service Pay, Sea Service Pay, etc.)

*Signing bonus is dependent upon job selection

**Monthly Income Amount based on Housing Allowance, which varies based on residential location

***For reference, monthly income estimated at least $6,914.09 in San Diego

Service Obligation

Those accepted into the NUPOC program will be obligated to 5 years of active duty service as a Naval Nuclear Officer following the completion of their college degree program. This includes approximately 1.5 years of officer and nuclear power training followed by approximately 3.5 years of working in their selected job role.

 

Additional Benefits

There are many exclusive benefits provided to U.S. Military members. The following is a list of a few benefits you will qualify for while in the NUPOC program and throughout your military career:

  • Unparalleled leadership and operational engineering experience
  • Credits toward selected post-graduate degrees by completing Nuclear Power training
  • 36 months of free education via Post-9/11 GI Bill
  • Tuition assistance to complete additional degree programs while active duty
  • Retirement Benefits, including a pension program and Thrift Saving Plan (Government 401(k)) with 5% match
  • Full Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Low-cost life insurance
  • Special Income/Sales Tax Exemptions and Free Tax Filing
  • Access to tax-free grocery and department stores
  • Military Discounts at many retailers
  • Military Exclusive Banking Options (Navy Federal Credit Union, USAA, etc.)
  • Exclusive Auto/Home Insurance Policies (USAA)
  • Free fitness center memberships
  • Discounted vacation packages, recreational vehicle rentals, and event tickets
  • Premium Credit Card options with waived annual fees (American Express Platinum, Chase Sapphire Reserve, etc.)
  • Reduced/Capped Loan and Credit Card interest rates (Service Member’s Civil Relief Act)
  • Reduced/Waived Vehicle Registration Fees (varies by state)