Should You Enlist or Apply to OCS With a College Degree? Apply for Officer Candidate School (OCS) if you want to lead, earn officer pay, and start your officer career sooner. Enlist first if you want a hands-on military job or time to learn the service before seeking a commission. A degree makes you eligible to pursue OCS, but it does not guarantee selection or a particular … [Read more...] about Should You Enlist or Apply to OCS With a College Degree?