MEPS Applicant Pre-Screening Process 5

Question 1

What does the term 'DEP' refer to in the context of the MEPS pre-screening and enlistment process?

Accepted Answer

Delayed Entry Program, which allows qualified applicants to formally enlist before shipping to training

Answer

The Delayed Entry Program lets applicants who pass MEPS enlist immediately while deferring their training start date by up to a year.

Question 2

During pre-screening, an applicant admits to past marijuana use. Which factor most affects whether they can still qualify?

Accepted Answer

The frequency, recency, and quantity of use, along with branch-specific policy

Answer

Branches evaluate how recently and how heavily an applicant used marijuana; some require a waiting period, while heavy use may require a waiver.

Question 3

What is the purpose of the 'Records Review' step that occurs after the recruiter submits the pre-accession packet to MEPS?

Accepted Answer

To allow MEPS personnel to review the packet for completeness and flag any issues before the applicant arrives

Answer

MEPS staff conduct a records review to confirm the packet is complete and to anticipate any issues that need resolution on processing day.

Question 4

An applicant who is under 18 years old arrives at pre-screening. What additional requirement applies?

Accepted Answer

They must have written parental or guardian consent to enlist

Answer

Applicants aged 17 require a signed parental consent form before they can enlist or be processed at MEPS.

Question 5

Which of the following best explains why financial history (e.g., bankruptcy or unpaid debts) is reviewed during MEPS pre-screening?

Accepted Answer

Financial issues can affect eligibility for security clearances required by certain military occupational specialties

Answer

Some MOSs and ratings require security clearances, and significant financial problems can be a disqualifying factor for those clearances.

MEPS - Military Entrance Processing Stations Practice Test