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Hey peeps! Just trying to understand the ASVAB better. Does every branch of military have a varying minimum score requirement? Also, does having high scores open up more valuable job opportunities?

So I'm seriously thinking about enlisting straight outta high school. It's just that this ASVAB score thing has me a bit confused. Does anyone know the minimum scores needed for each branch? Is there …

Hey everyone! I'm kinda lost when it comes to determining the differences among the various US military branches. Could anyone provide a brief rundown of the main branches and their respective roles?

I'm doing a little research on post-high school options and the military is high on my list. I'm just aching with curiosity though - how much does each military branch spend, and what does it actually …

So, I'm really drawn to the action-packed, high-intensity stuff. I know each branch of the military has its own special ops, but how do these positions differ from branch to branch? And what does it t …

Hey guys, I'm super interested in the symbology behind different military branches, specifically their emblems. Does each branch's emblem hold a specific meaning or value? Also, are there any traditio …

Hey guys! I'm a junior in high school and I've been thinking a lot about joining the military out of high school. I know there are quizzes online that could help determine the best branch for my inter …

Hello community, I'm pretty curious about the makeup of our military forces. Does anyone have any information or know a source where I could get a breakdown of the number of personnel in each branch? …

Hello everyone, I've been poking around trying to figure out if there's a significant difference in the average pay among the various military branches. Do they all start at about the same basic salar …

Hi guys, I'm looking into joining the military and was wondering about the ranks across all the branches. What does the progression typically look like? What factors affect one's progression up the ra …

Hello everyone, I'm considering going into the nursing field and I've thought about going the military route. Is there anyone here who has experience with military nursing or has related information? …

Hi friends, I've read about the Army's Military Intelligence branch, and it kind of intrigues me. What types of roles or missions do they typically handle? Is anyone here planning on joining 'military …

Hey guys, does anyone have any info about the medical branch of the military? I've always been interested in healthcare, but I want to serve my country too. So, are there any unique opportunities you …

Hey y'all, I've been seriously thinking about joining the military after graduation. However, I'm not sure about the key differences between the military branches and I'm kind of stuck. What factors s …

So here's what's up, I'm considering the military after high school and I'm unsure about which branch to choose. I'd love to hear your thoughts and experiences. What do you think are the key factors t …

Hello! Could anyone provide some insight on the various special forces units found in each of the military branches? I understand that each branch has its own special forces, but what are the key diff …

Hi everyone, so I'm considering joining the military but I'm a little confused about how salaries work. How is it decided? Is it based on rank, or years of service, or is it something else altogether?

I've been seriously considering joining the military reserves. But, I'm not entirely certain what that means or how it differs from active duty. Can anyone clarify this for me? I'd really appreciate t …

Does anyone have information about the pay scale in the various military branches? I understand it might be different depending on the branch you join, right? I’d appreciate any guidance you can provi …

Hi, guys! I've been thinking of joining the military after high school and I'm curious about how the pay differs across the various branches. Do any of y'all know a good place where I could find a com …