USMC Manpower

FY26 promotion selection boards for the grades of E8 and E9 are convening soon! Marines are encouraged to verify their records, prepare early, and consult the Manpower Website. For more information, review MARADMINs 402/25 and 408/25.

Congratulations to the Marines selected on the FY26 Lieutenant Colonel Command Screening Board. These officers have earned the opportunity to lead at the battalion and squadron level and reinforce our high standards. For the full list of selectees, review MARADMIN 358/25.

The FY25 & FY26 Aviation Bonus (AvB) Marine Administrative Message (MARADMIN) is live—offering eligible Marine aviators up to $320,000 in incentives to continue leading from the flight line. Review MARADMIN 355/25 for full details. Applications are due by July 31, 2026.

Congratulations to the officers selected by the FY26 Colonel Command Screening Board (CSB)! Six of M&RA’ own were selected on this year’s CSB alongside many others across the Corps! To all of those selected: Well done! For more information, review MARADMIN 351/25.

Applications are now open for active-duty enlisted Marines seeking admission to the U.S. Naval Academy Class of 2030. Review the MARADMIN 347/25 for eligibility and application procedures. Applications are due no later than January 31, 2025.

The FY26 NROTC Executive Officer and Marine Officer Instructor selectees have been announced! These Marines will train the next generation of Naval and Marine Corps officers! Review MARADMIN 344/25 for the list of selectees. Thank you for investing in the future of the Corps!

The FY27 Voluntary Assignment Period (VAP) is now open—offering Marines the chance to self-select for SDAs. By volunteering early, you gain increased input and can receive financial incentives. Seize the day, volunteer and choose your SDA! Review MARADMIN 317/25 for more info.

The FY27 Special Duty Assignment (SDA) campaign is live! HQMC is looking to fill critical billets such as Drill Instructor, Recruiter, and Marine Security Guard. Review MARADMIN 317/25 and consult with their career counselors for eligibility and screening timelines.

The MMOA Roadshow schedule is live! From August to September, MMOA will conduct a mix of virtual and in-person engagements. MMOA will conduct virtual interviews beginning in October 2025. Review MARADMIN 310/25 for the full list of dates, locations, and contact information.

The AY26–27 Top Level School (TLS) Board announcement is out. These prestigious schools prepare Marines for service in key strategic leadership billets. Review MARADMIN 301/25 for eligibility criteria and submission requirements!

The FY26 Marine Corps Recruiting Command Company Grade Selection Panel is coming up soon! These billets demand exceptional leaders who can inspire, mentor, and lead from the front. Review MARADMIN 276/25 for eligibility, billet openings, dates, and application procedures.

The FY26 Enlisted Retention Campaign is in full swing! All opportunities to reenlist under CRP, FTAP, and STAP are now open. This is your chance to Stay Marine and Continue Our Legacy while shaping your own. See MARADMIN 585/24 for guidelines and contact your Career Counselor!

The FY25 2nd Semiannual SDA Meritorious Promotion list is live! Marines serving on recruiting, the drill field, MSG, and other special duties have been recognized for outstanding performance and promoted to SSgt and GySgt. View MARADMIN 274/25 for the full list of selectees.

The FY26 Commandant’s Career-Level Education Board (CCLEB) is live and open. CCLEB is your gateway to resident PME, graduate education, and strategic fellowships—including programs at NPS, AFIT, and civilian institutions. Review MARADMIN 263/25 for more information and details.

The FY26 Commandant’s Professional Intermediate-Level Education Board (CPIB) is now accepting applications. This board selects Marines for resident PME, graduate education, and strategic fellowships. Review MARADMIN 262/25 for eligibility and program guidance.

The FY26 Commandant’s Education Board Opt-In Pilot Program is live! Eligible officers can voluntarily opt in for consideration to attend Naval Postgraduate School through the CEB—regardless of traditional timing or zone eligibility. Review MARADMIN 261/25 for more information!

Applications are now open for the FY26 Congressional Fellowship Program (CFP)—a prestigious opportunity for officers and SNCOS to serve alongside Members of Congress while earning a Master’s in Public Policy. Review MARADMIN 265/25 for eligibility and application instructions.

On June 4, 2025, the Washington Nationals hosted Marine Night at Nationals Park in Washington D.C. The Nationals dedicate a special pregame ceremony and salute to service game annually to honor the Marine Corps’ service and dedication to the nation.

The selectees for the FY25 International Affairs Program (IAP) Experience Track Panel are live! Those selected have been designated to earn AMOS’s as Foreign Area Officers (FAOs), Regional Affairs Officers (RAOs), and Foreign Area SNCOs (FASs) Congratulations to those selected!

The CY25/CY26 slate of Reserve Sergeants Major has been released! These leaders have been selected to serve at the battalion and regimental level across the Marine Corps Reserve. Congratulations to the newly slated Sergeants Major—your leadership strengthens the Corps!