Frequently Asked Questions
• What does the enlistment process entail?
An initial face to face appointment, 30-45 min. practice test (EST), drug screening, height and weight measurement, fingerprint scanning, scheduling for the ASVAB, physical and enlistment.
• What is the ASVAB and is it required to enlist?
The ASVAB is the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery. It is a standardized, multiple-choice test administered by the United States Military Entrance Processing Command (MEPS). Your score is used to determine enlistment eligibility and identify which specific jobs and training programs an applicant is qualified for while guaranteeing job training of your choice.
• How long does the entire enlistment process take from application to enlistment?
A minimum of two weeks. Factors such as medical/moral/tattoo waivers can slightly delay the process as well as positive drug screenings.
• How is my ship out date determined?
Ship dates vary by MOS and applicant's desire to be an early or late shipper.
• Which MOS is your future career?
With over 150 jobs (MOS) available, the Army offers careers in Cyber, Medical, Engineering, and more. I will help you explore which options match your interests and ASVAB results and guarantee you your desired job training of choice.
• How do I know the Army is the best fit for me?
Enlistment comes with the opportunity to serve full time or part time, accelerated promotions and pay raises for career enhancement, reaching your educational goals, cash bonus incentives, and full medical/dental coverage at no extra cost for Active Duty service members.
• I'm enlisted, what's next?
You will conduct your Future Soldier Orientation (FSO), open an account with Navy Federal, complete online training, and conduct Future Soldier Physical Training (PT) every Thursday at 4 pm (PST) with the station until your ship date to Basic Training.
• Can I still start the process if I participated in recreational drugs recently?
Yes. You can still conduct the initial face to face appointment, take the EST, scan fingerprints, and get scheduled to take the ASVAB. Once you've taken the ASVAB, you will not be scheduled for a physical until you achieve a negative result on your drug screening.