I'm looking into joining the military and my ASVAB score is 41. Can anyone share what kinds of military roles would be available to me with that score? I'm interested in knowing more about the potential job options.
First of all, congrats on taking the ASVAB! A score of 41 means you have a decent range of military job options available across different branches. Keep in mind that each branch uses the ASVAB differently to determine eligibility for specific jobs.
- In the Army, for instance, they calculate the Armed Forces Qualification Test (AFQT) score from your ASVAB score. An AFQT of 31 - 49 (which includes your score) corresponds to the IIIA Category. This can qualify you for various roles such as a health care specialist (MOS 68W) or a unit supply specialist (MOS 92Y).
- In the Navy, each job (or rating) has a combination of subtests from the ASVAB to make up a score called a "line score". For instance, you may qualify for roles like Cargo Handling (requiring a Ve+Ar score of 88) or Hospital Corpsman (requiring a Ve+MK+GS score of 146), among others.
- The Air Force also uses composite scores, comprised of various subtests. With your score, career fields like Administration, Maintenance, or Logistics might be a good fit.
Remember, the ASVAB score is not the only factor determining the roles you're eligible for; medical qualifications, background checks, and sometimes other tests are taken into account. Be sure to reach out to a recruiter who can give you the specifics based on your score breakdown and other qualifications. Good luck!
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