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How does one get on orders or get ADOS or get stationed at DLI?

I sent the form 220 to the presidio weeks ago via express mail, and including another express mail envelope inside for them to send the transcript out in. I was able to get someone on the phone once, and that’s what he recommended I do. Since then, I’ve been trying to get someone on the phone or email to see if they have processed the request, but haven’t had any luck.

And now I see on their webpage that they don’t recommend express mail because it can cause delays. Does anyone have contact info for somewhere at DLI I can take to? Very stressed because my university is demanding them in order to start next month.

Hi yall anyone here trying to get rid of their car or know someone that wants to get rid of theirs? Tryna get a car to drive to texas and was wondering if anyone on base was selling.

Hi all DLI folks. I'm a 1999 grad from the Arabic program looking to find someone who will help me get my hands on a couple "We learn Arabic so you don't have to" sweatshirts. My sweatshirt is going on 27 years old and starting to come apart at the seams. I was hoping to find someone in town over the Labor Day weekend who would be willing to help an old Alum out. I can compensate you for you time and venmo or zelle for costs.

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Posting as a civilian so If I get anything wrong please forgive me. I'm getting married in 24 days (Sep 5) and one of my bridesmaids is currently stationed in CA. Her AIT orders are in Texas and she has a report date of Sep 11. Long story short she requested for leave three separate times with her leadership, making all the changes and providing them with all the extra information they asked for, only for her PL to recommend denial. She brought it to the company level explaining she is IN the wedding and is considering asking for an ETP as a last resort. (we're still waiting on a response) I figured she's returning first thing on the 6th, isn't 6 days plenty of time to move a single unmarried female into another barracks? If anybody knows any loopholes or anything too that'd be greatly appreciated. Realistically, how likely is it that this works in our favor? She's one of my best friends and I will be absolutely shattered if she can't make it. Thanks.

I need to ship my car from Georgia to Monterey, and have never done so before! Any advice would be appreciated

Hi everyone. There is very little information available about 35W, especially regarding IET.
I understand that Soldiers in IET generally do not get to choose between 35P and 35M. However, if someone takes the DLPT at MEPS, would they be able to bypass DLI? If so, would they get to choose between 35P and 35M, or would the Army assign one?
For example, let’s say someone’s first language is Chinese and they score 3/3 on the DLPT at MEPS. Would they bypass DLI and then be assigned either 35P or 35M? How exactly does that process work?

Hey all - is it acceptable to receive packages via UPS or FedEx to the dorms? I know USPS is allowed but I just don’t trust them as much with more expensive items.

I’ve heard/read it’s USPS only but I thought that was just for overseas.

I see a lot of people getting stressed about the officer asking for word definitions during the N-400 part of the interview. You don't need fancy dictionary definitions for these, just simple explanations to show you understand what you signed.

Here are a few common ones that trip people up and simple ways to answer:

Oath of allegiance - A promise to be loyal to the United States.

Claimed to be a US citizen - Saying or writing that you are a citizen when you are not.

Owe overdue taxes - Owing money to the government that wasn't paid on time.

Noncombatant services - Helping the military without fighting or carrying a weapon, like working as a nurse or cook.

Hereditary title - A royal title like prince, king, or duke. (Less is more)

If you get stuck on a word during the test, it's totally okay to ask them "could you please rephrase that?" instead of guessing.

Hope this helps anyone studying right now.

If you ever feel down just remember "pressure is a privilege and it only comes to those who have earned it." Your almost there, don't give up!

There is a lot of good info on soldiers experience post graduation of DLI in this subreddit. Most of it is a few years old. On this topic there is a shit ton of complaining and regret.

I’m waiting for a medical waiver from the AF to get linguist job, if it is denied I think I’m gonna go for army cause I heard they are more lenient.

Dear recent army DLI grads:

1. Do you use your language day to day on job?

2. Do I get to choose 35m or 35p? Or is it earned? Which one do I want if I want to use my language day to day.

3. To get assignments that use Language more often, I’ve heard PT scores are really important, is that still true?

4. I believe the Army has recently made it a point to properly use linguists and their skills… is that true, and do you feel that in your day to day?

5. For PT at DLI, Do I get a choice of either early morning or afternoon?

I have heard of other students separating after starting DLI, would the Navy let me separate despite having classed up two weeks ago? I know they prefer decisions like that to be made before class started, but I didn't do that

I had previously looked into taking these tests (what is the difference btw?) but I got lost in the fast waters of the army and forgot about it. Now, I’ve got more time and I’m curious about how this works. What test do I need to take? Where do I take these tests/schedule them?

Furthermore, I have native fluency in Italian, Spanish, and French. I don’t care about language pay I just want something in writing that says “This SM knows this language”
Finally, I am on Fort Benning - if there’s an education center or else that I can take my questions to.

I'm looking into Cryptologic Language Analyst, but the recruiter I'm talking to doesn't seem to know anything about the DLAB or the DLI and seemed hesitant when I asked to take the DLAB test after the ASVAB before I sign a contract?

Does anyone have the Sharepoint link or a website for countries we can travel to on leave?

Hello! looking for insights, anecdotes and tips for what the daily life is like . Would I get put into the position of Plt Sgt or is that strictly an instructor thing. Same question for PT. At my original MOS Lat movers only really showed up to class and were left to their own for the rest of it. How does it change for married Marines?