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1st, get into any UPT slot you can.
2nd, if you really want A-10s and have the oportunity, go to ENJJPT. Every other class of OTS grads is given one (1) ENJJPT slot. There, everyone gets 38's (fast movers) for phase 3. Every where else, you'll either get 38s or T-1 (cargo/transport). In my class of 22 (not ENJJPT), there were 5 T-38 slots. In a class of 22 at ENJJPT, there will be 22 T-38 slots.
3rd, once you work your ass off in T-37/T-6 and get your T-38, work your ass into a divot to be very high ranked in your class. Ask for an A-10, cross your fingers, and live with whatever you get.
There really aren't many A-10s given out each year. Everything is based on AF needs, with who is qualified to fly what (class ranking) playing a small role, and who WANTS what playing a very small role.
Balancing the desire for C-130s and A-10s, JSUPT is a better choice, because there you essentially have 2 chances at getting C-130s, along with one chance at A-10s. You can request T-44s after T-37/6s, or you can go T-1 and request C-130 from there. But, the selection process is the same: AF needs primarily, your class rank somewhat, and what you want barely.
Make sure you know that what you really want is to fly, not just to fly A-10s, before you make the commitment because it's a pretty slim shot. It can't be too devastating when you don't get what you want (coming from someone who got her LAST choice out of T-37s). Also, you may find (depending on your flying experience) that you get to UPT and realize that you hate pulling Gs or wearing the oxygen mask or the mentality of the fighter community and will change your mind to fly C-17s because it's right up your ally. It may seem impossible to you now, but there were 4 guys in my class that did a complete 180 about a month into T-37s and are happily flying the T-1 now, dreaming about their KC-135.
"See that green switch? Flip it down."
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