The basic qualifications for enlistment in the U.S. Army include:
- being from 17 to 42 years old
- be a U.S. citizen or resident alien, (must have the I-551)
- have a high school diploma or equivalent (such as a GED)
- be single with no children or married with 2 or less children
- pass the ASVAB test and
- pass the physical
You should also not be undergoing any civil actions; certain law violations will disqualify you.
You are not required to have a High School Diploma.
There are also weight and physical fitness requirements that must be met in order to join the U.S. Army.
Contact an Army Recruiter
Active Duty Enlistment Requirements and Benefits |
| Age Requirements |
Be between the ages of 17-42 years. |
| Length of Service |
2-6 year commitment/Serve a total of 8 years in the military |
| Retirement |
May Retire after 20 yrs. of qualifying service |
| Job Choices |
200 jobs to choose from |
| Medical / Dental Benefits |
Medical and dental benefits |
| Job training opportunities |
Specialized job training (AIT) |
| Location of duty |
May be stationed at home or on foreign soil
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| Work Schedule |
Serve 5 days a week |
| Vacation & Leave |
30 days military leave per year (paid vacation) |
| Social & Recreational Programs |
Unlimited access to all military Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) facilities or programs |
| Education Benefits |
Educational benefits |
| Commissary Privileges |
Unlimited post exchange and commissary privileges |
| Physical Requirements |
Physical training 3-4 times a week |
Enlistment topics of interest.
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