ASVAB Scores Across Military Branches

Hey everyone, I've been preparing for the ASVAB with an aim to join the military after high school. Was wondering, which branch of the military usually sees the highest ASVAB scores? Any insight on this would be super helpful for my research and planning!

Hey there! It's great to see your interest in the military. Each branch of the military has its own minimum requirement to join, which is often a composite score derived from particular sections of the ASVAB test, depending on the role you are aiming to serve in.

The Coast Guard generally has the highest minimum ASVAB requirements, where an average qualifying AFQT score - a composite score of four sections of the test - typically ranges in the low to mid 40s. This means the Coast Guard tends to attract candidates with higher scores overall.

The Navy, Army, Air Force, and the Marine Corps typically have lower minimum requirements, ranging from low 30s to high 50s depending on the specific role. However, it's crucial to remember that these are minimum scores, and higher scores can increase your chances of being able to choose your desired military occupation specialty.

It's also important to remember that scoring high on the ASVAB allows for more job opportunities within any branch. Different jobs, known as Military Occupation Specialties, have different minimum ASVAB score requirements, so a higher score can potentially open up more options for you.

Lastly, keep in mind that success in the military is not wholly dependent on your ASVAB scores, but how you maintain discipline, leadership, and resilience throughout your service. Best of luck with your study and preparation!