What is the maximum age by which STA-21 candidates must complete their degree requirements to be commissioned?

Candidates applying for the STA-21 program need to fulfill certain requirements to ensure they are ready for commissioning as officers. One critical component of these requirements is the age limit for completing their degree. The maximum age by which candidates must finish their degree to be commissioned is indeed 31 years. This age constraint is in place to maintain a competitive and effective officer corps while also allowing enough time for individuals to gain the necessary education and experience. Candidates who are older than 31 at the time of commissioning would not meet the age requirement and therefore would be ineligible for the program.