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UNM's ROTC Programs
UNM's ROTC Programs
Standard 4-year plans with ROTC courses are available for each service.
To find out more about the specific program, their websites are linked below.
Requirements to join the U.S. military
Requirements to join the U.S. military
https://www.usa.gov/military-requirements
Every branch of the military sets its own standards for enlisting. Learn about the specific requirements for each, including the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB).
Contact a military recruiter
Contact a military recruiter
Military Branch
Contact Information
Air Force
Air Force: 1-800-423-USAF (1-800-423-8723)
Air Force Reserve: 1-800-257-1212
Air National Guard: 1-800-TO-GO-ANG (1-800-864-6264)
Army
Army and Army Reserve: 1-888-550-ARMY (1-888-550-2769)
Army National Guard: 1-800-GO-GUARD (1-800-464-8273)
Coast Guard
Coast Guard and Coast Guard Reserve: Chat with a recruiter
Marine Corps
Marine Corps and Marine Corps Reserve: 1-800-MARINES (1-800-627-4637)
Navy
Navy and Navy Reserve: 1-800-USA-NAVY (1-800-872-6289)
Space Force
Contact the Air Force to join the Space Force: 1-800-423-USAF (1-800-423-8723)
Citizenship and residency
Citizenship and residency
U.S. citizens and some non-citizens can join the military. If you are not a U.S. citizen, you must:
Have a U.S. Permanent Resident Card (Green Card)
Speak, read, and write English fluently
You cannot join the military to enter the U.S. or to get a visa.
Age limits
Age limits
Each branch of the military has age limits to enlist in active duty:
Air Force: 17 - 42
Army: 17 - 35
Coast Guard: 17 - 41
Marine Corps: 17 - 28
Navy: 17 - 41
Space Force: 17 - 42
In some cases, you can be older to join the U.S. military. Talk to a recruiter to learn more.
Education and testing requirements
Education and testing requirements
ASVAB testing
ASVAB testing
Everyone who wants to enlist in the military must take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB). Each branch sets its own minimum score to join. Your score will help decide which jobs you can do after you enlist.
Use ASVAB online resources to:
Find out where to take the test
Get tips for taking the test
See sample questions from the 10 sections
Understand ASVAB scores
Contact a recruiter, who can help you set up a time to take the ASVAB and tell you about the scores you will need.
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