What is the navy officer test like? Tips to pass the OAR!

[@xCharjx]

Those paragraphs are HUGE. I've just taken it, and those paragraphs are like snippets of huge "terms and conditions" agreements you've seen. Most of the answers for them were correct, you have to just choose the MOST correct answer. It was tough for me. The PBM portion later (with the flight controls etc) was challenging but successful. I ended up qualifying the whole ASTB but I got a low score due to the OAR. The Test was adaptive. When you get a question correct, the next question will be harder.

[@harryfriedman735]

Thank you for sharing your experience. I am going to be taking the exam in a few weeks and trying to prepare as best as i can.

[@eugenaharley7103]

Hello. I am looking to take my exam soon. How did your exam go. Is there an advice?

[@caposolomon8745]

I have been enlisted in the Air Force for 7 years now. If you cannot get a commission from the Navy, I would look at other branches. I know the recruiter will tell you to go enlisted first, they'll say it's easy to Commission that way and you will know the enlisted troops better. That's exactly why I went enlisted even after getting offered an officer position. Being enlisted is hard and you're at the bottom of the food chain getting yelled at by people with no education but out-rank you because they joined when you went to college. It is not easier to commission from enlisted. It is actually easier to leave the military first then commission. This is what I had to do. I had been trying to commission for the past 7 years. I have a degree in physics and a 3.9 GPA. After I put in my separation paperwork at my 8th year mark, I was given commissioning opportunities in all branches. If you have any questions and want to chat on the phone, let me know. The recruiters will lie to you.

[@caposolomon8745]

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[@caposolomon8745]

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[@sallyjohnson9504]

I did 6yrs in the Navy enlisted. I had an Associate degree going in the Navy. If I had my Bachelors degree I would never chose the enlisted route. The money is low on the enlisted side and officers get paid more money. Being enlisted its always someone constantly telling what to do most of the time. Getting pointless counseling chits for not following dumb ass orders. I'm happy in 1st CIV DIV. After the military I use my GI Bill to go back to school. I ended up a getting career in Management Consultant making a lucrative salary and became a real estate investor.

[@layahreign835]

Sally Johnson I chose enlisted to get the hands in experience I would need when I get out the Navy. Being an officer wound have taught me how to manage and that’s not enough for what I want to do as a civilian

[@sallyjohnson9504]

Allayah Carr I disagree. I was a Hospital Corpsman for 6 yrs. I learned new skillsets after the military. I don’t work in Healthcare. I work in well known consultant firm doing Management Consultant in Real Estate industry . I’m also a Real Estate investor. My enlisted experience didn’t really do much for me. I found a way by networking and learn new skillsets that was trending in the job market. Definitely look into four block. It’s a great program for veteran career readiness.

[@layahreign835]

Sally Johnson well see my degree is mass communications so enlisting as an MC is directly related to my career. I’m glad it worked out for you though

[@zionsvengeance4152]

@@sallyjohnson9504I’m glad you didn’t become an officer. You sound fkin miserable to be around

[@KintisaBostic]

Hey I’m so intrigued why didn’t go go for PAO since you have a degree in mass communication? Did you get any experience from your college in your field before joining the navy ?

[@JoyisHere22]

Yesss I completely agree those paragraphs were super long and that section was so hard and I’m usually really good at reading comprehension in exams🙄🙄

[@layahreign835]

Exactly. It was rough. I just wish that they numbered the questions lol

[@amyhagan5667]

I just took the test and all my paragraphs were super short. I am not sure if they changed the test but when I went to take it my recruiter and the lady who gave me the test had no information for me about the test.

[@braidsbyteena3377]

Hey hun, is there any materials you can recommend for me to study for the OAR test please? I’m trying to get in this year as an officer in the Navy. Thanks for your feedback.

[@Andrew-is1yd]

Read the question first, I like that! Thanks

[@DailyChuckles724]

I took the OAR yesterday and got a pretty decent score. If you have questions reply to this comment and I’ll try to help.

[@ajoyfuldelight4795]

Hey ! I am going to take the OAR. I would love some tips

[@DailyChuckles724]

@@ajoyfuldelight4795 this has everything you will ever need. The OAR questions didn’t make me do a bunch of math by hand. Instead they were more focused on math rules. The reading section was wack. Not much you can do to study for that. They give you an 8 sentence paragraph and ask which answer best describes the passage. My best advice would be to take as many practice tests as you can before the exam and time yourself.

[@Mil3sdd]

@@DailyChuckles724did you only take the OAR or the ASTBE? And if the ASTBE how was the Mechanical section?

[@DailyChuckles724]

@@Mil3sdd I took the OAR only one time. The mechanical section wasn’t my best area. I would say study pulleys, gears, and circuits.

[@DailyChuckles724]

@@Mil3sdd also basic physics like “if a bullet is shot from a rifle, and one bullet is dropped from the same height which lands first.

[@reannaisme620]

girl you were not kidding, this test was super hard and the info was super dull. i wish i seen your video before i took the test lol

[@layahreign835]

ReAnna IsMe lol hopefully you did well!

[@lashraecharleston6652]

What did you use to study??

[@edgekontrol186]

Hey how is everything working out with enlistment? Do you wish you would've waited to go officer?

[@prz0826]

Hi! Thank you so much for making this video! It was very helpful! What is the book you used? I can't see the link.

[@layahreign835]

I’ll look it up for you!

[@braidsbyteena3377]

Please sweeties where can I find to book to study for the OAR test?

[@braidsbyteena3377]

Hi Paola, did you use any book to study and did you do well in your test?

[@MisterFitness718]

​@@braidsbyteena3377 momemetrix oar study guide

[@Omiethehomie123]

Very helpful thank you!

[@navalgirl09]

I just took the exam today and scored really low. I didn’t realize there was questions unanswered. So how many questions are you supposed to answer for each section?

[@emmmmmaa245]

Hi! Did you end up doing dual processing? I am debating if I want to enlist and put in my officer package at the same time because same as you, I just don't care to wait years. Also what did you wear to the test? I am taking mine tomorrow, thank you!!

[@layahreign835]

You can definitely do that but you won’t be able to put in your package until you get to your first duty station after boot camp and a-school and there might still be some stipulations. Just do your own research and don’t let anyone convince you of anything without absolute proof. And Idr what I wore honestly lol the place was cold so I’m pretty sure I wore long pants and brought a jacket

[@caposolomon8745]

I have been enlisted in the Air Force for 7 years now. If you cannot get a commission from the Navy, I would look at other branches. I know the recruiter will tell you to go enlisted first, they'll say it's easy to Commission that way and you will know the enlisted troops better. That's exactly why I went enlisted even after getting offered edan officer position. Being enlisted is hard and you're at the bottom of the food chain getting yelled at by people with no education but out-rank you because they joined when you went to college. It is not easier to commission from enlisted. It is actually easier to leave the military first then commission. This is what I had to do. I had been trying to commission for the past 7 years. I have a degree in physics and a 3.9 GPA. After I put in my separation paperwork at my 8th year mark, I was given commissioning opportunities in all branches. If you have any questions and want to chat on the phone, let me know. The recruiters will lie to you.

[@Zarii_B]

You said you didn't want to wait..how long was the wait and why

[@layahreign835]

Zari Janelle I would have had to wait a year. I also wanted to get a feel of what the enlisted side was for the job I was doing

[@menelick007]

From what i got: you said the test format for those taking it without being linked to the aviation field includes maths, English and the science only? what about spatial appreciation test, the biographical inventory with the nautical/aviation information test section? Thanks

[@layahreign835]

menelick bowizzy I apologize for getting back to you so late. I only took the OAR which is comprised of those 3 sections.

[@menelick007]

@@layahreign835 what are they actually? Maths.. Reading compréhension and mechanical compréhension ?

[@layahreign835]

menelick bowizzy yep!

[@jalenybarra3310]

The other sections are in the astb which is the test for aviation applicants

[@peloi111]

How much physics knowledge do you need for the OAR? is it the same as the ASBAV?

[@layahreign835]

I would say more because the OAR is pretty much just physics, math, and English so the sections are longer

[@zoeith6]

It's not a 'Science' section on the OAR, it's Mechanics.

[@layahreign835]

zoeith6 alright

[@vesper3865]

@Paul Mallory hello sir, trying to take an oar. What specific topics should I look for? coming from an engineering background.

[@Yorkpowers]

So study just the asvab??

[@Jtravelvlogg]

I'm trying to be a administration officer what section do I need to study

[@danieltran213]

Focus on OAR, which includes Math, English, and MCT.

[@braidsbyteena3377]

Hello dear, how did you do in your OAR test? Did you use any tools or materials that helped? I’m trying to go in as an officer this years. Thanks for your feedback.

[@JoyisHere22]

What officer designation were you going for originally? Was your score what deterred you from continuing on in the process? Were you trying to go active duty or reserve? The first time I took the exam was about 3 years ago... I scored like a 39😩😩😩 while my friend scored like a 50 something...

[@layahreign835]

Temitayo Afolayan so I scored a 40 😩I didn’t know if I needed a 35 or 45. But I pretty much missed the deadline and didn’t want to wait a whole year

[@layahreign835]

And I’m going active! ⚓️

[@JoyisHere22]

Yeah I think the lowest you can get is a 20 the highest is a 80 and the average is in the 50s. If youre interested in SWO or I think SUPPO then a 40 will do but for like Intel maybe not.. idk...

[@JoyisHere22]

WHen i originally joined the navy in 2013 i just went enlisted cuz I didnt want to wait either. I got lucky and got into a really good squadron even though I hated my job... Make sure you learn how to swim before you go to boot camp if you dont know how. Theyre not very nice about "teaching" you

[@layahreign835]

Temitayo Afolayan right. I was only interested in PAO. But I can always apply to be an officer later on in my career

[@gilbertov8160]

Hey what type of science questions were they and would the advanced study guide suffice.

[@kirstengoldick8871]

It's mainly basic physics questions. Some questions asked about what type of energy (kinetic/potential) is being used in a specific scenario. Other questions asked something along the lines of, "what weight will move if a person uses a pulley system in this scenario?" Knowing the basic fuel system parts and transmission system of a car will be beneficial.

[@manuskita]

Did you pass it ?

[@layahreign835]

Emanuelle Levinson sorry, I’m just now seeing this. But I got a high enough score but not a “competitive score”

[@333angeleyes]

@@layahreign835 What's the difference? Aren't you accepted into being an officer as long as the score is high enough?

[@adamd8031]

What score did you get? I bet I got a worse score than you!

[@layahreign835]

Lol I got a 40.

[@Puggy42069]

Was it lower than 40?