US Army Extends Enlistment Age to 42 and Eases Pot Conviction Rule
This week, the US Army raised its maximum enlistment age from 35 to 42. It also removed the barrier for recruits with a single conviction for marijuana or drug paraphernalia. The change aligns the Army’s age limit with the Air Force, Space Force and Navy. Officials report the average recruit is now 22 years and 4 months old and still rising. Research from a leading think tank shows older recruits often perform better on qualification tests and have higher promotion rates. However, they face greater challenges graduating basic training and show higher attrition. These updates are part of a multi-billion-dollar recruiting overhaul after missed targets in 2022 and 2023. New initiatives include a prep course before boot camp and refreshed marketing to appeal to younger generations.
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