I am about 7 months away from getting my associate of arts degree, and I would like to join the marines sometime next year. Therefore, I have two options:
1. I could finish up my degree and then join, or
2. I could join before getting my degree and finish the degree after I get out of the marines.
Which of these two options would be better for me in terms of pay and benefits?

Thanks ~ Casey-Jack Waters

Once again, what are your long term plans?

If you're content with what you're studying, then finish up your BA/BS.

If not, then finish your AA, join, and finsih your bachelor's later.