Can I change my ship date for USMC boot camp to a later date?

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I ship out for boot camp in the middle of May 09. I have been in DEP for 2 months. I would like 1-2 extra months to spend time with my family and prepare. Is this possible? I would also have to keep my Infantry MOS.

Also, is this a big deal? If I do get my ship date extended a month or two, will the DIs at boot camp know about it? Haha...thanks...
Maybe the Marine Corps is not for me, because I am thinking about extending my ship date? You are wrong.
 
You can get your ship date delayed, however you will need a legitimate reason. Just spending time with your family is not a legitimate reason. It will need to be something like an illness or death in the family. Also, if you're trying to have your date delayed just to spend more time with your family, then you should possibly look at your reasons for joining. Maybe the Marine Corps is not for you.
 
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