Join the Military

Joining the military can be an exciting and life-changing experience. There are a lot of reasons young men and women across the United States show an interest in the Armed Forces. Some have a multi-generational respect for the military and want to serve like their older relatives did. Others want job security and the benefits that come along with being in the military. Whatever the reason, joining the United States military can really create a great foundation for future personal growth.

A few of these military benefits include:

30-days of paid vacation per year

Specialty training in hundreds of trades

Health, dental and life insurance coverage

Tax-free room and board

Allowances while in the military

Steady, predictable paychecks and bonuses

Leadership opportunities

Travel opportunities

Browse our complete section of most popular questions about joining the US military below, or even take an ASVAB practice test.

In an undated photo, former Secretary of the Army Dr. Mark T. Esper swears in new recruits at the Baltimore MEPS station at Fort George G. Meade. (Staff Sgt. Brandy N. Mejia/U.S. Army)

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Steps to Joining

Hometown recruiter at the Zaragoza Recruiting Station in El Paso.

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Master-at-Arms 1st Class Jackie Lascala, a recruiter assigned to Navy Talent Acquisition Group Pittsburgh, speaks to students about opportunities in the Navy. (Mass Communication 2nd Class Kyle Hafer/U.S. Navy)

What You Should Ask the Recruiter

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Preparing for the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery test

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Recruits take oath of enlistment at Indianapolis Motor Speedway

Joining the Military: Know What You Are Committing To

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Soldiers on patrol in Germany

Be an Asset: Train for the Military Mindset

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MEPS Change of Command

Military Entrance Process At a Glance

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