Medical Enlisted Commissioning Program

Applications Postmarked – 25 September 2009
Addendums Postmarked – 20 October 2009
Board Convenes – November 2009
(Last Update: 08 May 09)

MECP is a commissioning program offering qualified enlisted men and woman from all enlisted ratings a chance to earn an entry-level nursing degree followed by an appointment as an Ensign in the Nurse Corps.  MECP is open to active duty enlisted sailors and marines.
Those accepted into the program receive full pay and benefits of their pay grades while going to school in pursuit of a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN).   MECP students may use their Montgomery G.I. Bill as well as other outside financial assistance to pay for schooling.  
Passing the NCLEX is required to practice as a registered nurse.

This page is designed as an information source, to assist you in the preparation of your package as well as IMPORTANT need-to-know NAVADMIN and OPNAV instructions.

Please read Chapters 1, 2, and 5 of the OPNAVINST 1420.1A, Change-3, and the MECP NAVADMIN 062/09 prior to preparing your package.
For requirements see the Package Order and MECP Checklist for Applicants and the Sample Folder. Please see the instructions for completing the application form. The application, OPNAV Form 1420/1 is provided in Word and PDF formats for IPP.

All Applicants must take the SAT or ACT

Recommended Minimum Scores
SAT - 1000
ACT - 42 (21 English & 21 Math)

You must not have reached your 42nd birthday by the time of initial appointment/commissioning. NO AGE WAIVER WILL BE GRANTED.

Frequently Asked Questions

POC: HM/DT – 301-319-4520 (DSN 285-4520); 301-295-0925 (DSN 295-0925); FAX 301-295-1783