If you are thinking about joining the military, you need to consider why you want to join. People join the Army or the military for a number of reasons. Here are the top 10 reasons why people join the military: To serve your country and protect your country's liberty and freedom Travel the world Help stop terrorism College education benefits Get a good paying job … [Read more...]
Can I Join The Army With Asthma?
Another of the most common questions we get is "Can I Join the Army with Asthma?". This article answers that question and outlines why asthma may keep you from joining the U.S. Army. When a person joins the Army, medical history is part of the enlistment process. In addition to providing a detailed medical history, the recruit must also undergo a thorough medical exam by a … [Read more...]
Can I Join The Army With A Tattoo?
One of the most common questions we get is "Can I Join the Army if I have a Tattoo". This article answers that question and outlines what types of tattoos may keep you from joining the U.S. Army. You will NEVER be allowed to enlist in the Regular Army, Army Reserves, or Army National Guard if you have any of the non-waivable disqualifying tattoos below. Depending on … [Read more...]
What Is The AFQT
The Armed Forces Qualification Test (AFQT) is used by all of the Services to determine if an applicant is eligible for the military. Four of the ASVAB subtests are combined to form the AFQT. It measures general cognitive ability and is composed of verbal and mathematics subtests. AFQT scores are grouped into categories for reporting purposes. The table below shows the AFQT … [Read more...]
Army Age Requirements
You must be between the the ages of 17 and 35 to join the U.S. Army. If you are under age 18, you must obtain the consent of your parent or legal guardian. However, there are exceptions to age restrictions for several different groups. Here are some of those exceptions. OFFICER CANDIDATE SCHOOL AGE REQUIREMENTS In order to qualify for Officer Candidate School as an … [Read more...]