Military Options
The Military is made up of six branches, each with their own active-duty and part-time components. Each varies in service commitment, location and how its members contribute to the overall mission of protecting our country, though all components are on the same rank-based pay scale (Today's Military, 2021). Learn more in ways to serve
Choosing your path: Enlisted and Officer Careers
Enlisted
Enlisted members make up most of the military workforce. They receive training in a job specialty and do most of the hands-on work. You do not have to be a U.S. citizen to enlist in the military, but you may have fewer options.
Each service has its own physical requirements and fitness standards.
You must take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) test to enlist. This test helps identifies your strengths to determine the careers best suited for your future success.
ASVAB at CHS
Sign up to take the official ASVAB at CHS. Sign up early!
Contact the CCRC or your Counselor to register.
Dates for the 2024/2025 School Year will be posted in the fall!
Improve your ASVAB score! Prep for standardized tests, study for an upcoming exam or refresh your academic skills with Peterson's test prep. Free with Membership to the Pierce County Library
Officer
Service Academy
Five service academies combine education along with special training. Once accepted, you receive full benefits along with a tuition-free education. All graduates earn a bachelor's of science degree. Competition is extremely fierce to get into the academies. Four require nominations: U.S. Naval Academy (USNA), U.S. Military Academy (USMA), U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA), and U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA).
Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (10th District) Nomination Process
US Senator Maria Cantwell Nomination Process
US Senator Patty Murray Nomination Process
The White House Nomination Process
Military-affiliated Nominations
ROTC
Depending on service and ROTC option selected, students train for 2, 3 or 4 years. Often, they receive scholarships for tuition, books, fees, uniforms and a monthly allowance.
US Air Force Reserve
Recruiter: MSgt Jose Gonzalez Jr.
Phone: 253.206.291.7042
Email: jose.gonzalez.76@us.af.mil
US Army National Guard
Phone: 253-279-0547
Email: SSG Thomas Johnson
How To Join the Army National Guard
Coast Guard College Student Pre-Commissioning (Scholarship Program)
How To Join the Marines
Still have questions? Officer vs Enlisted, ROTC vs Academy, Reserve vs Active?
We will help you learn all about the different branches and process to enlist or earn a commission.
Stop by the CCRC in Room 103 for more info. Ms. Rollosson (USAF Veteran) and Mrs. Hartfield will be happy to assist you.