Making the Commitment — Again
Soldiers have the option to re-enlist in the Army, as long as they do so at least 90 days prior to their separation date.
Related Items: MEPS
MEPS: Physical Exam (01:42)
Every applicant must undergo a physical exam at MEPS to ensure he or she can meet the demands of service.
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Oath of Enlistment
Lt. Scott Woods, left, administers the Oath of Enlistment to Machinist's Mate 1st Class Adam Bunker-Worley on Ellis Island in New York Harbor.
- Navy, Navy Reserve
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A Checkup at MEPS
An Army National Guard recruit receives a physical at a Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS).
- Army National Guard
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Air Force Reserve Mass Enlistment Ceremony
Air Force reservists take the Oath of Enlistment at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Fla.
- Air Force Reserve
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MEPS: ASVAB Testing and Career Counseling (02:31)
The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery of tests, commonly called the ASVAB, is designed to help match military applicants with the right careers.
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DEP Recruits Take the Oath of Enlistment
Recruits in the Air Force Delayed Entry Program (DEP), also known as "Deppers," take the Oath of Enlistment at Sam Boyd Stadium at the University of Nevada Las Vegas.
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Taking the ASVAB
An Army National Guard recruit takes the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) at a Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS).
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MEPS: Security and Background Check (01:40)
All applicants undergo a background check and fingerprinting at MEPS. In addition, biometric scanning is now used to ensure the security of applicants and their personal information.
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MEPS: Oath of Enlistment (02:18)
The Oath of Enlistment is the final stage of the MEPS process, when applicants officially become members of the U.S. Military.
- Army, Army National Guard, Army Reserve, Marine Corps Reserve, Marine Corps, Navy Reserve, Navy, Air Force Reserve, Air Force, Coast Guard, Coast Guard Reserve
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Air Force Recruits Take Nighttime Oath of Enlistment
Taking the Oath of Enlistment is a proud moment for recruits. At that moment, recruits swear to defend the U.S. Constitution.
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Vision Test at MEPS
An Army National Guard recruit takes an eye exam at a Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS).
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National Guard Recruits Swear In
Army National Guard recruits take the Oath of Enlistment.
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