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Achievable ASVAB

Our ASVAB course is currently in development and is a work-in-progress.

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Congratulations on finishing this course! You’ve taken a great first step to your future and built a solid foundation of knowledge. You are now well on your way to your desired career in the military.

Testing registration

To sign up for the test, contact your local recruiter.

Additional information

Your recruiter schedules your ASVAB test at a MEPS (Military Entrance Processing Station) or MET site (Military Entrance Test site). The student version given in high schools, the ASVAB CEP (Career Exploration Program), is free to participating schools and students.
You CANNOT USE A CALCULATOR on the ASVAB. MEPS and MET sites don’t provide accommodations for the enlistment test; a CEP test taken with accommodations, such as extra time, can’t be used to enlist.
The ASVAB has no pass/fail score. To retest: wait one calendar month after your first test, another month after that retest, then 6 months for any further retest. A 20+ point AFQT gain within 6 months triggers a required confirmation test (C-Test). Your most recent valid score - not your highest - is used for enlistment, and scores are valid for up to 2 years. Plan to make each attempt count!
Each branch sets its own minimum AFQT score to enlist. Published minimums: Army 31; Air Force 31 (50 for GED holders); Marine Corps 31 (50 with a GED or nontraditional diploma); Coast Guard 32. Navy and Space Force don’t publish a minimum - ask your recruiter. Confirm the current minimum with your recruiter, since these change and some jobs require higher scores.

Dump sheets

Many test takers use “dump sheets” as study supplements and as a guide for the exam. Dump sheets typically include visual guides and summarized notes of important test topics. As the name suggests, you memorize key items to help you retain important topics for exam day.

The full set covers every subtest. Download any of them from this course’s Resources page:

The test: Test format and strategy
Word Knowledge and Paragraph Comprehension: Reading and vocabulary strategy; Prefixes, roots, and suffixes
Arithmetic Reasoning and Mathematics Knowledge: Arithmetic and word problems; Algebra - equations, exponents, and roots; Algebra - polynomials, systems, and statistics; Geometry - lines, angles, and coordinates; Geometry - shapes, triangles, and solids
General Science: Life science; Chemistry; Earth and space science
Mechanical Comprehension: Forces, motion, and energy; Simple and compound machines
Electronics Information: Electricity and circuits; AC power, magnetism, and semiconductors
Auto and Shop Information: Engines; Cooling, chassis, and electrical systems; Measuring, striking, and turning tools; Fasteners, cutting, and finishing tools
Assembling Objects: Assembling objects

Tips

Work carefully and pace yourself. Only the number of scored questions per section is fixed - 2 to 4 subtests also include unscored tryout questions with extra time, so some subtests run longer than this course’s table shows. The CAT-ASVAB penalizes unanswered questions, so keep a steady pace and reach every question.
Write down your math. Since many people are used to relying on a calculator, it helps to work through your steps on paper.
Sketch geometry problems. A quick diagram often makes relationships and measurements easier to see.

Final thoughts

Thank you for trusting us with your exam preparation. Good luck on your test, and thank you for your service to the country!

Testing registration & logistics

Recruiter schedules test at MEPS/MET site; school CEP version free but can’t enlist with accommodated scores
No calculator allowed
No pass/fail; retest waits: 1 month, 1 month, then 6 months
20+ point AFQT gain in 6 months requires confirmation (C-Test); most recent score used, valid 2 years

AFQT minimums by branch

Army 31, Air Force 31 (50 GED), Marine Corps 31 (50 GED/nontraditional diploma), Coast Guard 32
Navy/Space Force unpublished — ask recruiter
Minimums/job requirements change — confirm with recruiter

Dump sheets

Memorization aids with visual guides/summarized notes per subtest
Cover verbal, math, science, mechanical, electronics, auto/shop, assembling objects
Downloadable from course Resources page

Test-day tips

Pace steadily; some subtests include unscored tryout questions extending time
CAT-ASVAB penalizes unanswered questions
Write out math steps by hand; sketch geometry problems

Practice exams

Wrapping up

Testing registration

To sign up for the test, contact your local recruiter.

Additional information

Your recruiter schedules your ASVAB test at a MEPS (Military Entrance Processing Station) or MET site (Military Entrance Test site). The student version given in high schools, the ASVAB CEP (Career Exploration Program), is free to participating schools and students.
You CANNOT USE A CALCULATOR on the ASVAB. MEPS and MET sites don’t provide accommodations for the enlistment test; a CEP test taken with accommodations, such as extra time, can’t be used to enlist.
The ASVAB has no pass/fail score. To retest: wait one calendar month after your first test, another month after that retest, then 6 months for any further retest. A 20+ point AFQT gain within 6 months triggers a required confirmation test (C-Test). Your most recent valid score - not your highest - is used for enlistment, and scores are valid for up to 2 years. Plan to make each attempt count!
Each branch sets its own minimum AFQT score to enlist. Published minimums: Army 31; Air Force 31 (50 for GED holders); Marine Corps 31 (50 with a GED or nontraditional diploma); Coast Guard 32. Navy and Space Force don’t publish a minimum - ask your recruiter. Confirm the current minimum with your recruiter, since these change and some jobs require higher scores.

Dump sheets

The full set covers every subtest. Download any of them from this course’s Resources page:

The test: Test format and strategy
Word Knowledge and Paragraph Comprehension: Reading and vocabulary strategy; Prefixes, roots, and suffixes
Arithmetic Reasoning and Mathematics Knowledge: Arithmetic and word problems; Algebra - equations, exponents, and roots; Algebra - polynomials, systems, and statistics; Geometry - lines, angles, and coordinates; Geometry - shapes, triangles, and solids
General Science: Life science; Chemistry; Earth and space science
Mechanical Comprehension: Forces, motion, and energy; Simple and compound machines
Electronics Information: Electricity and circuits; AC power, magnetism, and semiconductors
Auto and Shop Information: Engines; Cooling, chassis, and electrical systems; Measuring, striking, and turning tools; Fasteners, cutting, and finishing tools
Assembling Objects: Assembling objects

Tips

Work carefully and pace yourself. Only the number of scored questions per section is fixed - 2 to 4 subtests also include unscored tryout questions with extra time, so some subtests run longer than this course’s table shows. The CAT-ASVAB penalizes unanswered questions, so keep a steady pace and reach every question.
Write down your math. Since many people are used to relying on a calculator, it helps to work through your steps on paper.
Sketch geometry problems. A quick diagram often makes relationships and measurements easier to see.

Final thoughts

Thank you for trusting us with your exam preparation. Good luck on your test, and thank you for your service to the country!

Achievable ASVAB

Our ASVAB course is currently in development and is a work-in-progress.

Wrapping up

3 min read

Font

Discuss

Feedback

Testing registration

To sign up for the test, contact your local recruiter.

Additional information

Your recruiter schedules your ASVAB test at a MEPS (Military Entrance Processing Station) or MET site (Military Entrance Test site). The student version given in high schools, the ASVAB CEP (Career Exploration Program), is free to participating schools and students.
You CANNOT USE A CALCULATOR on the ASVAB. MEPS and MET sites don’t provide accommodations for the enlistment test; a CEP test taken with accommodations, such as extra time, can’t be used to enlist.
The ASVAB has no pass/fail score. To retest: wait one calendar month after your first test, another month after that retest, then 6 months for any further retest. A 20+ point AFQT gain within 6 months triggers a required confirmation test (C-Test). Your most recent valid score - not your highest - is used for enlistment, and scores are valid for up to 2 years. Plan to make each attempt count!
Each branch sets its own minimum AFQT score to enlist. Published minimums: Army 31; Air Force 31 (50 for GED holders); Marine Corps 31 (50 with a GED or nontraditional diploma); Coast Guard 32. Navy and Space Force don’t publish a minimum - ask your recruiter. Confirm the current minimum with your recruiter, since these change and some jobs require higher scores.

Dump sheets

The full set covers every subtest. Download any of them from this course’s Resources page:

The test: Test format and strategy
Word Knowledge and Paragraph Comprehension: Reading and vocabulary strategy; Prefixes, roots, and suffixes
Arithmetic Reasoning and Mathematics Knowledge: Arithmetic and word problems; Algebra - equations, exponents, and roots; Algebra - polynomials, systems, and statistics; Geometry - lines, angles, and coordinates; Geometry - shapes, triangles, and solids
General Science: Life science; Chemistry; Earth and space science
Mechanical Comprehension: Forces, motion, and energy; Simple and compound machines
Electronics Information: Electricity and circuits; AC power, magnetism, and semiconductors
Auto and Shop Information: Engines; Cooling, chassis, and electrical systems; Measuring, striking, and turning tools; Fasteners, cutting, and finishing tools
Assembling Objects: Assembling objects

Tips

Work carefully and pace yourself. Only the number of scored questions per section is fixed - 2 to 4 subtests also include unscored tryout questions with extra time, so some subtests run longer than this course’s table shows. The CAT-ASVAB penalizes unanswered questions, so keep a steady pace and reach every question.
Write down your math. Since many people are used to relying on a calculator, it helps to work through your steps on paper.
Sketch geometry problems. A quick diagram often makes relationships and measurements easier to see.

Final thoughts

Thank you for trusting us with your exam preparation. Good luck on your test, and thank you for your service to the country!

Testing registration & logistics

Recruiter schedules test at MEPS/MET site; school CEP version free but can’t enlist with accommodated scores
No calculator allowed
No pass/fail; retest waits: 1 month, 1 month, then 6 months
20+ point AFQT gain in 6 months requires confirmation (C-Test); most recent score used, valid 2 years

AFQT minimums by branch

Army 31, Air Force 31 (50 GED), Marine Corps 31 (50 GED/nontraditional diploma), Coast Guard 32
Navy/Space Force unpublished — ask recruiter
Minimums/job requirements change — confirm with recruiter

Dump sheets

Memorization aids with visual guides/summarized notes per subtest
Cover verbal, math, science, mechanical, electronics, auto/shop, assembling objects
Downloadable from course Resources page

Test-day tips

Pace steadily; some subtests include unscored tryout questions extending time
CAT-ASVAB penalizes unanswered questions
Write out math steps by hand; sketch geometry problems

Practice exams

Wrapping up

Testing registration

To sign up for the test, contact your local recruiter.

Additional information

Your recruiter schedules your ASVAB test at a MEPS (Military Entrance Processing Station) or MET site (Military Entrance Test site). The student version given in high schools, the ASVAB CEP (Career Exploration Program), is free to participating schools and students.
You CANNOT USE A CALCULATOR on the ASVAB. MEPS and MET sites don’t provide accommodations for the enlistment test; a CEP test taken with accommodations, such as extra time, can’t be used to enlist.
The ASVAB has no pass/fail score. To retest: wait one calendar month after your first test, another month after that retest, then 6 months for any further retest. A 20+ point AFQT gain within 6 months triggers a required confirmation test (C-Test). Your most recent valid score - not your highest - is used for enlistment, and scores are valid for up to 2 years. Plan to make each attempt count!
Each branch sets its own minimum AFQT score to enlist. Published minimums: Army 31; Air Force 31 (50 for GED holders); Marine Corps 31 (50 with a GED or nontraditional diploma); Coast Guard 32. Navy and Space Force don’t publish a minimum - ask your recruiter. Confirm the current minimum with your recruiter, since these change and some jobs require higher scores.

Dump sheets

The full set covers every subtest. Download any of them from this course’s Resources page:

The test: Test format and strategy
Word Knowledge and Paragraph Comprehension: Reading and vocabulary strategy; Prefixes, roots, and suffixes
Arithmetic Reasoning and Mathematics Knowledge: Arithmetic and word problems; Algebra - equations, exponents, and roots; Algebra - polynomials, systems, and statistics; Geometry - lines, angles, and coordinates; Geometry - shapes, triangles, and solids
General Science: Life science; Chemistry; Earth and space science
Mechanical Comprehension: Forces, motion, and energy; Simple and compound machines
Electronics Information: Electricity and circuits; AC power, magnetism, and semiconductors
Auto and Shop Information: Engines; Cooling, chassis, and electrical systems; Measuring, striking, and turning tools; Fasteners, cutting, and finishing tools
Assembling Objects: Assembling objects

Tips

Work carefully and pace yourself. Only the number of scored questions per section is fixed - 2 to 4 subtests also include unscored tryout questions with extra time, so some subtests run longer than this course’s table shows. The CAT-ASVAB penalizes unanswered questions, so keep a steady pace and reach every question.
Write down your math. Since many people are used to relying on a calculator, it helps to work through your steps on paper.
Sketch geometry problems. A quick diagram often makes relationships and measurements easier to see.

Final thoughts

Thank you for trusting us with your exam preparation. Good luck on your test, and thank you for your service to the country!