[LibertyThug]

I minored in Russian in college. I wouldn't mind doing something with that. Thanks for the tips.

Since they tell you what you want to hear, when do you actually believe them?

[SAMWolf]

Most won't out and out lie to you. It's just that once you're in, the military can pretty much move you where they need you. The recruiter can pretty much get you the schools you want but take a "guaranteed" duty station with a grain of salt.

[fnord]

In case someone hasn't mentioned it already, check out your local National Guard recruiter too.

There are many more Guard units than Reserve units. Accordingly, they have more variety of MOS's to offer. Depending on your state, your Army/Air National Guard will have many more units (so more chance of something local) and many, many more MOS's (and so have something more to your interest).

Sounds like you might like somethin in the intel field. Even in the NG, that is a rare MOS. If you get into that field, be aware it would likely make you a high-profile mobilization asset (you might get activated and sent somewhere else).

Whatever you decide, good for you and good luck.