Enlistment Tools
Find Every MOS You Qualify For
Enter your ASVAB subtest scores and see every MOS, Navy rating, Air Force AFSC, and Coast Guard rate you qualify for — across all five branches, instantly.
Score requirements change and waivers are sometimes available. This tool is a starting point — verify current requirements with your recruiter before making enlistment decisions.
Step 1 — Select Branch(es)
Min AFQT: Army 31
Step 2 — Enter Your ASVAB Scores (1–99)
Enter this directly from your score report. Branch minimums: Army 31, Navy 35, Marines 32, Air Force 36, Coast Guard 40.
Enter individual subtest scores to calculate line scores (GT, ST, EL, and the Navy / Coast Guard composite sums) and check every branch at once. Leave blank for subtests you don't have.
How ASVAB Line Scores Work
The AFQT is what gets you in the door — but individual MOS require specific line scores, which are calculated by adding specific subtest raw scores together. A high AFQT doesn't guarantee you qualify for every job; you need the right combination of scores in the subtests that feed each composite.
GT — General Technical
= VE + AR
Combat arms, leadership MOS
ST — Skilled Technical
= VE + MK + GS + MC
Intel, medic, signal, police
EL — Electronics
= GS + AR + MK + EI
Electronics repair, signal
MM — Mechanical Maint.
= AS + MC + EI
Vehicle, aircraft mechanic
CO — Combat
= AR + CS + AS
Infantry, engineer
CL — Clerical
= VE + AR
HR, finance, admin
FA — Field Artillery
= AR + MK + GS
Cannon crew, fire support
OF — Operators/Food
= VE + NO + MC + CS
Motor transport, food service
VE (Verbal Expression) = WK + PC. It's not a direct subtest — it's calculated from Word Knowledge and Paragraph Comprehension and feeds into GT, CL, ST, SC, and OF.
What If I Don't Qualify for What I Want?
Retake the ASVAB
Wait one month after your initial test, then six months for subsequent retakes. Targeted study on weak subtests — especially AR, MK, and WK — has the highest impact on line scores.
Focus on the subtests that matter most
For most technical jobs: MK and AR are the highest-leverage subtests. For combat arms: AS and CS feed the CO score. For medical/intel: VE (WK + PC) and GS are critical.
Ask about waivers
Recruiters sometimes have access to waivers for candidates who are a few points short, especially when enlistment goals are behind. It never hurts to ask directly.
Consider adjacent MOS
Use the close misses section above. An MOS in a related field might qualify you now — and lateral moves within your branch are possible after initial enlistment.
Score Improvement Tips That Actually Work
01Khan Academy covers everything tested in AR and MK — free, and used by thousands of enlistees.
02For WK and PC, read more. Seriously. Fiction, news, anything. Vocabulary and reading comprehension improve with exposure over time.
03Auto & Shop (AS) is often overlooked — YouTube channels on car mechanics and basic shop work can move this score significantly.
04The ASVAB for Dummies book remains one of the highest-rated prep resources. The practice tests closely match the real format.
05Take multiple full-length practice tests under timed conditions. Stamina and time management matter on test day.
06Don't neglect EI. Basic electronics theory (Ohm's Law, series vs. parallel circuits) is learnable in a weekend and opens many technical MOS.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is the AFQT score calculated?
The AFQT (Armed Forces Qualification Test) percentile score is calculated from four subtests: Arithmetic Reasoning (AR), Word Knowledge (WK), Paragraph Comprehension (PC), and Mathematics Knowledge (MK). The raw score is converted to a percentile comparing you to a nationally representative sample.
What is a good ASVAB score to join the military?
Minimum AFQT scores vary by branch: Army 31, Navy 35, Marines 32, Air Force 36, Coast Guard 40. However, most technical MOS require AFQT scores of 50+ and strong line scores in specific composites.
Can I retake the ASVAB?
Yes. You must wait at least one month after your initial test to retake, and at least six months for subsequent retakes. Your recruiter will use your most recent valid score.
What are ASVAB line scores?
Line scores are combinations of specific ASVAB subtests used to determine qualification for particular jobs. For example, the Army's ST (Skilled Technical) score combines Verbal Expression, Mathematics Knowledge, General Science, and Mechanical Comprehension.
Do ASVAB scores expire?
ASVAB scores are valid for two years. After two years, you must retest if you have not enlisted.