Survey of Junior Officer Retention: 1. Why USN Officers Resign from the Navy

Abstract

Questionnaire responses of 93 USN officers in categories 1100, 1310, and 1350, were analyzed to answer why USN officers resign from the Navy. The respondents were mostly Lieutenants (60%), graduates of the NROTC (Regular) Program (67%), in the 1100 category (86%), married (72%), and 26-29 years of age (73%). Recalling their Navy career interest at various times, they reported a sharp drop in interest after two years of active duty. Half of them (48%) indicated that benefits of subsidized education caused them to enter the Navy. A desire for education is further supported by the fact that only 44% expected employment on separation and 40% expected to attend school full or part time. Evaluating their potential for future income, 77% thought they would be ahead in civilian life in the long run.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 01, 1965
Accession Number
AD0774944

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  • Victor Fields

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  • Biomedical
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  • Active Duty
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