What's the easiest military branch to join?

Hey y'all, just weighing up some options for after graduation. I've been considering the military as a potential path, but I'm not sure where to get started. In your guys' experience, which branch of the military would be the 'easiest' to join, both in terms of physical and academic requirements?

While it's difficult to definitively rank the "easiest" branch of the military to join as it largely depends on individual strengths and goals, some may consider the Army as the most accessible based on its size and a broad range of job opportunities. The Army is the largest of the military branches in the U.S., which means it has many positions to fill, offering more opportunities and potentially more lenience in its entry requirements.

However, "easiest" can be subjective. For example, if you're strong academically and interested in technology, you might find the Air Force or Navy less challenging as they are more focused on technical and academic skills, and less on intense physical activity compared to the Army or Marine Corps.

The physical and academic requirements will vary between branches. For instance, the Marines have the most strenuous physical fitness test, while the Army has a lower minimum score but the test includes a wider range of physical activities. The Coast Guard tends to have more stringent academic qualifications due to its focus on technical expertise and law enforcement activities.

Every branch of the military has its unique challenges, and what might seem easy for one person might be difficult for another. I would recommend researching each branch's requirements and speaking to a recruiter to get a better idea of what might be the best fit for you depending on your physical abilities, academic strengths, and personal interests. Also, remember to consider the lifestyle, culture, and potential career paths in each branch. Military service is a significant commitment and those factors are just as important, if not more so, than how "easy" it is to join.