I applied through a recruiter. The process took 6 months. I interviewed at US Navy
Interview
You get a physical exam, an academic exam, back ground checks etc. Either you qualify or you don't. Most people are rejected for medical issues, or police involvement, and home schooled and GED does not guarantee you a spot. It's not a right to serve, it's a privilege.
I applied in-person. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at US Navy (Stockton, CA) in Mar 2015
Interview
Easy go in and sign up, tell them you want to become a military police officer and you will become a master at arms. boot is 2 months police training is 2 months. You will not pick where you go, it will be selected for you.
I applied through a recruiter. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at US Navy (Honolulu, HI)
Interview
We are big on honesty on drug testing and honesty on Security Clearance questionnaire. We are also big on previous organization affiliations and whether or not you have an arrest record or criminal activity especially if it is not disclosed during screening. Certain jobs or careers will have you working in locations that will not allow for visible tattoos past the sleeve of a t-shirt. Grooming standards are a huge thing and being able to wear a uniform in the precise and correct manner as to not bring discredit upon the service which you applying for. Patience, moral and mental aptitude will all be a must in order to make it through basic training.