It may be a good idea to make an appointment with your counselor ahead of time, so that you can meet with them at a time that is convenient for both of you and avoid being rushed when you discuss your scores.
The ASVAB tests offered at MEPS are more specifically geared toward military enlistment, and will include a sub-test called Assembling Objects. [4] X Research source If you don’t live near a MEPS, you may be able to take the test at a Military Entrance Test site, which is a type of MEPS satellite location. [5] X Research source
About 16% of the population scores 60 or higher. [7] X Research source
Talk to your counselor about which sub-tests you got the highest scores in, and discuss career options that are well suited to someone with your strengths. If you already know what type of career you are interested in, ask your counselor if your scores show any areas where you need to improve in order to be qualified for that career.
Consider your low scores as indications of where you need to improve, and your high scores as indications of what career paths you may be well suited for. For instance, if you got a 34 in Word Knowledge but a 63 in General Science, you may want to work on your reading skills and also look into careers in science.
This is the score that will determine your eligibility for military enlistment.
In some cases, requirements may be higher for certain individuals. For instance, if you have a GED instead of a high school diploma, your requirement may be higher. Requirements are sometimes higher for women because of limited housing availability. [13] X Research source
For instance, if you speak a foreign language or have other special skills, you may be eligible with a low score. [14] X Research source
