Army Special Forces

As a Ranger, you will be part of a highly trained and rapidly deployable light infantry force with specialized skills that enable it to engage a variety of conventional and Special Operations targets.

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Joining the Army Rangers

There are several paths to becoming an Army Ranger. As a civilian your best option is to contact an Army Recruiter about enlisting on the Army Ranger Contract. The contract ensures your spot at Airborne School and assignment to the 75th Ranger Regiment to attend the Ranger Indoctrination Program (RIP).

Army Ranger Qualifications

Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident alien.
Have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
Be 18 or older.
Be able to pass the Army Physical Fitness Test (AFPT).
Be eligible for a Secret Level Security Clearance.
Score 50 or better on the ASVAB AFQT and have a GT (General Technical) score of 110 or higher.

TIP: Scoring high on the ASVAB is key to being able to join an elite team like the Army Rangers. It also makes a difference when it comes to enlistment bonuses and choosing your MOS. Visit our Ace the ASVAB section to learn how to make sure you qualify for the bonuses and career options you deserve.

If you meet these standards and are still thinking about becoming a Ranger, you should check out the Ranger Training requirements to see if you have what it takes to become an Army Ranger.


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To join the military, one of the first challenges you will have is to show that you have some basic knowledge and skills by scoring well on the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB). The ASVAB is made up of several verbal, math, and technical tests. You will need a strong combined score to be considered for a special operations MOS, but while the military can get you into peak physical performance, YOU need to train your mind by using the tools provided in our ASVAB section.