Start by finding out if you are qualified to join the Army National Guard. Your local Army National Guard recruiter will guide you through the qualification process that involves getting some basic information and scheduling you for a test that will determine what career specialties are available to you. In addition, you will find out about your enlistment options and if you qualify for a cash bonus just for joining.

Am I Eligible for Army National Guard Educational Programs?

    Eligibility for Army National Guard educational programs starts with your enlistment in the Army National Guard. To enlist, you must be at least 17 years old, in good health, and at least a junior in high school. In addition, you must pass the required military physical examination and obtain a qualifying score on the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) Exam.