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Article Title: Do You Have What It Takes To Join The U.S. Military?
Snippet of Article: "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). ...A medical exam is part of the enlistment process. The exam will assess if you are healthy enough to serve in the military.
Each branch requires recruits to be physically fit. You will have to pass a physical fitness test as part of your enlistment process. Speak with a recruiter to find out the physical requirements for the branch you want to join. ...You must have a high school or general equivalency diploma (GED) to enlist in the military. There are fewer spots for GED holders to enter the military. If you have a GED, you will have a better chance of joining if you have:
Earned college credits
Scored higher on the ASVAB
You must have a degree from a four-year college to join as an officer."
