MEPS Applicant Processing and Standards 3

Question 1

Under DoD Instruction 6130.03, what is the minimum uncorrected distant visual acuity for most military accession without a waiver?

Accepted Answer

20/200 in the worse eye

Answer

DoD 6130.03 generally allows uncorrected vision as poor as 20/200 in the worse eye, provided corrected acuity meets the standard, though specific limits vary by service and MOS.

Question 2

Which processing document formally lists the Military Occupational Specialties (MOS) or ratings an applicant qualifies for based on ASVAB scores?

Accepted Answer

Enlistment Eligibility Activity (EEA) printout

Answer

The EEA (or equivalent service-specific qualification list) is generated from ASVAB scores and shows every occupational specialty the applicant's scores qualify them for.

Question 3

What body mass index (BMI) or height/weight standard does MEPS use as a disqualifying threshold?

Accepted Answer

Each service sets its own height/weight standards enforced at MEPS

Answer

MEPS applies each individual military branch's height/weight tables, so the cutoffs differ between Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard.

Question 4

An applicant arrives at MEPS having slept fewer than 4 hours due to travel. How should this affect processing?

Accepted Answer

The ASVAB may be postponed if the applicant's condition would invalidate results

Answer

MEPS guidance allows postponement of cognitive testing when conditions such as severe fatigue or illness could materially affect performance and validity of scores.

Question 5

Which form documents an applicant's pre-existing medical conditions and history at MEPS?

Accepted Answer

DD Form 2807-1

Answer

DD Form 2807-1 (Report of Medical History) is the self-reported medical questionnaire completed by the applicant prior to the MEPS physical examination.

MEPS - Military Entrance Processing Stations Practice Test

MEPS - Military Entrance Processing Stations Practice Test

MEPS Applicant Processing and Standards 3