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.
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Active Duty Enlistment Requirements and Benefits
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| 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 |
| 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.