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Thinking about joining the Army?

The best information comes straight from the source. Pick the path you're curious about. Each link goes to an official site.

Full-time

Active Duty Army

Careers, jobs, pay and benefits, plus how to connect with a recruiter.

Visit goarmy.com →
Part-time

Army National Guard

Serve your state and country part-time while keeping a civilian career or school.

Visit nationalguard.com →
Part-time

Army Reserve

Part-time federal service with training and skills that carry into civilian life.

Visit usar.army.mil →
Prepare

The ASVAB Test

What the enlistment test covers, how scores work, and official practice material.

Visit officialasvab.com →
Become an officer

West Point

The U.S. Military Academy: admissions, academics and life as a cadet.

Visit westpoint.edu →
Explore

Compare All Branches

See how the Army stacks up against the other services, with guides for parents and educators.

Visit todaysmilitary.com →
Benefits

GI Bill & Education

How military service can help pay for college, trade school and training.

Visit va.gov →