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What is the ASVAB?
ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) is a multiple-choice test used primarily to help you explore a wide range of career options based on your skills and interests. While it was originally developed to assist the military in placing recruits into jobs suited to their strengths, today the ASVAB is a valuable tool for high school students to identify career paths that match their abilities—both in and out of the military. The test measures knowledge in areas like math, verbal skills, science, and technical skills, giving you insights into your strengths and helping you plan for your future career—whether that’s pursuing college, technical training, or the military. Taking the ASVAB can open doors to various opportunities and provide you with a personalized roadmap for success.
A score of 31 or higher on the ASVAB qualifies a student as career ready.
What does the ASVAB measure?
General Science: Tests your knowledge of basic concepts in biology, chemistry, physics, and earth science.
Arithmetic Reasoning: Measures your ability to solve word problems using math.
Word Knowledge: Assesses your understanding of vocabulary and the meaning of words.
Paragraph Comprehension: Evaluates how well you can understand written information and draw conclusions.
Mathematics Knowledge: Tests your knowledge of high school-level math concepts like algebra and geometry.
Electronics Information: Looks at your understanding of electrical circuits, devices, and systems.
Auto and Shop Information: Assesses your knowledge about cars, tools, and workshop practices.
Mechanical Comprehension: Tests your understanding of mechanical principles like levers, pulleys, and gears.
Assembling Objects: Measures your ability to visualize how parts fit together.
Did you know?
The ASVAB was first introduced in 1968 to help the U.S. military place recruits in jobs that match their skills.
It’s taken by over one million high school and post-secondary students each year.
The ASVAB is used by all branches of the U.S. military: Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard.
Your scores can help you explore hundreds of civilian careers as well as military occupations.
The test adapts in some versions, meaning the questions change based on how you answer previous ones.
The ASVAB Career Exploration Program provides free resources and counseling to help students plan their futures.
You don’t have to join the military to take the ASVAB — many students take it just for career guidance.
The ASVAB measures both academic skills and technical abilities, giving a broad view of your strengths.
Scores are valid for two years, giving you time to use them for career planning or military enlistment.
How to participate?
How to participate?
EHS offers the ASVAB free of charge at minimum 4 times per year (once per quarter). Watch social media, listen for announcements, or speak with Mr. Bradford or your counselor about the next offering.
EHS offers the ASVAB free of charge at minimum 4 times per year (once per quarter). Watch social media, listen for announcements, or speak with Mr. Bradford or your counselor about the next offering.
Learn more about the program HERE.
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