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The application process begins in the spring of your Junior year. These are CRITICAL steps in the process:

1. Register to take either the ACT or SAT exams in the spring of your junior year. Give yourself time to retake these tests if your scores need to be improved.

2. Make sure your Mountain View schedule reflects classes that demonstrate a challenging college preparatory curriculum. Performing well in an Advanced Placement class will help prepare you for the rigorous academics offered at the academies. Be sure to take a minimum of:

• (4) English - Writing, Literature, AP classes

• (4) Math – Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Trig, Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus

• (4) Science – Biology, Chemistry, Physics, AP Classes

• (3) Social Studies – World History, American History, Government, Economics, AP classes

• (2) World Languages

• (1) Computer Science

Academies are looking for individuals who demonstrate academic excellence, as well as athletic ability, leadership and community service. The profile of a typical service academy appointee includes the following composites:

•    60% Academic - Grades and SAT/ACT scores

•    20% Extracurricular - Athletics, leadership, service, work 

•    20% Admissions Panel - Admissions Liaison Interview

There are two versions of the test:

• The enlistment version of the ASVAB is given at a Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) and is used for recruiting purposes only.

• The student testing program, also known as the ASVAB Career Exploration Program (CEP), is used for career exploration and is given in high schools and community colleges, at job corps centers and at correctional facilities.

- from Today's Military.com

ASVAB Sample Questions