Military

Considering the Military After High School?

3 Steps for Students Considering the Military

  1. Research Military Options

    Are you interested in joining the military? When it comes to learning about the Military, knowing where to start your research may seem daunting. The first steps to considering service include understanding the Military's basic entrance requirements, exploring the different Service branches and deciding between enlisted and officer career paths.

    Military Branches

  • Army: As the oldest branch of the U.S. Military, the Army protects the security of the United States and its resources.

  • Marines: The Marine Corps is often first on the ground in combat situations.

  • Navy: The Navy defends the right to travel and trade freely on the world's oceans and protects national interests overseas.

  • Air Force: The U.S. Air Force protects American interests at home and abroad with a focus on air power.

  • Coast Guard: The Coast Guard protects America's waterways and deploys with the Navy during wartime.


ROTC

Another option is to go to college first, then join the military. If you are thinking of becoming a military officer, this may be the route for you. Students can go to any college and join an ROTC program.


Military Academies

For students who want to experience a military environment while getting a first-class education, the five service academies offer a fully-funded tuition that includes books, board and medical and dental care. The competition to get in is fierce. Admissions criteria include:

  • High school academic performance

  • Standardized test scores (SAT/ACT)

  • Athletics and extracurricular activities

  • Leadership experience and community involvement

  • A congressional letter of recommendation (not required by Coast Guard Academy)



2. Talk with Local Recruiters

  • Contact local recruiters you are interested in

  • Students should reach out to BHS Counseling & Advising if having difficulty finding a recruiter

  • Military FAQ



3. Prepare & take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB)

  • Students must take the ASVAB & qualify for the military (not all who want to enter the military will qualify).

  • ASVAB Prep

Additional Resources

(Information compiled from todaysmilitary.com/education-training/military-schools)