Before deciding to join the Navy, it is vital to understand the Navy’s requirements for enlistment.
Once you realize you meet the requirements, it is time to talk to your recruiter.
See the complete requirements to join the Navy below, including height & weight, vision, age, ASVAB score, GPA, and more.
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Table of Contents
1. Height & Weight Requirements
The Navy requirements include weight minimums and maximums. The weight is related to your height, and these charts will help you figure out if you meet this expectation.
| Height (in inches) | Men Maximum Weight (in lbs.) | Women Maximum Weight (in lbs.) |
|---|---|---|
| 57 | 127 | 127 |
| 58 | 131 | 131 |
| 59 | 136 | 136 |
| 60 | 141 | 141 |
| 61 | 145 | 145 |
| 62 | 150 | 149 |
| 63 | 155 | 152 |
| 64 | 160 | 156 |
| 65 | 165 | 160 |
| 66 | 170 | 163 |
| 67 | 175 | 167 |
| 68 | 181 | 170 |
| 69 | 186 | 174 |
| 70 | 191 | 177 |
| 71 | 196 | 181 |
| 72 | 201 | 185 |
| 73 | 206 | 189 |
| 74 | 211 | 194 |
| 75 | 216 | 200 |
| 76 | 221 | 205 |
| 77 | 226 | 211 |
| 78 | 231 | 216 |
| 79 | 236 | 222 |
| 80 | 241 | 227 |
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2. Vision Requirements
Another Navy requirement for enlistment is vision expectations.
In general, sailors must have at least 20/40 in one eye and 20/70 in the worse eye, with vision-correcting contacts.
The other variation is 20/20 for the better eye and 20/400 for the other eye as long as the vision is correctable.
However, the vision requirements depend on the job.
For instance, the Navy Seals have a different set of vision requirements. Therefore, please check with your recruiter if you have a specific job in mind.
Furthermore, you cannot be colorblind in the Navy.
3. Age Requirements
One of the Navy requirements to join involves your age.
You must be at least 17 years old to enlist, but you cannot be more than 39 years old.
However, if you are 17, you need a parent or guardian to sign off on your enlistment because you are a minor.
If you wish to join the Navy as an officer, you must be at least 19 years old but no older than 42.
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4. ASVAB Score Requirements
All military branches require potential recruits to take the ASVAB test.
Part of the ASVAB test is the Armed Forces Qualification Test (AFQT).
In the Navy, you must score at least a 31 on the AFQT part of the ASVAB if you have your high school diploma.
However, if you have your GED, you need to score a 50.
Although, if you have your GED and 15 hours of college credit, you can score a 31 because the college hours change your educational tier status.
5. GPA Requirements
The Navy’s requirements do not include your GPA. However, your schooling does matter.
You must either have your high school diploma or your GED.
However, if you have your GED, talk to your recruiter if you have a specific job you prefer to do in the Navy. The Navy reserves some jobs for those with High School diplomas.
Also, if you want to join as an officer, you need a 4-year bachelor’s degree from an accredited college.
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6. Citizenship Requirements
In order to be in the Navy, you must meet citizenship requirements.
If you are not already a U.S citizen, you must have your Permanent Resident Card.
7. Other Requirements
There are physical fitness requirements for the Navy, as well.
This is measured by the Navy Physical Readiness Test (PRT), which looks at a potential member’s ability to perform pushups, sit-ups, and run.
These events have an individual score, and you need at least a 60 to pass the PRT and be in the Navy.
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See Also
Pros and Cons of Joining the US Navy
Navy Boot Camp Graduation Dates
Navy Signing, Enlistment, and Reenlistment Bonus List
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