The ASVAB

The Armed Forces Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is a series of multiple-choice tests developed by the Department of Defense and is used by the U.S. Army to determine whether you have the mental aptitude to enlist. The ASVAB also aids in determining which Military Occupational Specialties you qualify for. The ASVAB is a requirement to enlist in the U.S. Army and is valid for two years. The ASVAB may be given in a computerized version or in a paper version at various test sites around the country or at high schools and colleges. While the paper version is still used, most candidates are now taking the computerized version. To be considered for enlistment in the U.S. Army, you need a score of at least 31. The score requirement may be higher depending on the specific career path you apply for within the U.S. Army. Use the menu to the right to learn more about the ASVAB.