Sailors selected for the MECP program must obligate service on active duty for a minimum of how many years?

Sailors selected for the Medical Enlisted Commissioning Program (MECP) are required to obligate service on active duty for a minimum of three years. This obligation ensures that they have sufficient time to complete their education and training while also contributing to the operational duties of the Navy. Committing to this three-year period reflects the Navy's investment in their officer training and development, allowing for a transition into roles that require a higher level of responsibility and education. A longer commitment beyond three years would be associated with other programs or circumstances, but the standard requirement for MECP specifically is three years.