Jeez, junior year is stressful. Thinking about joining the military after high school and as a girl, I'm curious. Which branch has the most women serving?
According to recent data, the branch of the military with the highest percentage of women serving is the Air Force. As of 2021, approximately 21% of the active-duty personnel in the Air Force were women. This is followed by the Navy, which had around 20% women, and then the Army, with about 15% women. The Marines and the Coast Guard had the lowest percentages, with roughly 8-9%. Since the Space Force is the newest military branch, no up-to-date statistics are available on female representation yet.
Keep in mind, while representation is important, you should also consider the opportunities each service branch can offer you based on your interests and career goals. Every branch is unique and offers its own set of challenges and rewards.
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