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  1. What happens to an applicant who fails a portion of the MEPS medical examination?

    Answer: They may be granted a waiver or given time to address the disqualifying condition

    A disqualifying medical finding does not always mean permanent rejection; applicants may receive a waiver or have the condition re-evaluated after treatment.

  2. Which branch of the military does NOT use MEPS for the processing of its enlisted applicants?

    Answer: All branches use MEPS

    All branches of the U.S. military—Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard—use MEPS to process their enlisted applicants.

  3. What is a 'Future Soldier' or 'Delayed Entry Program (DEP)' in relation to MEPS?

    Answer: A program allowing applicants to enlist and delay their ship date for up to a year after MEPS processing

    The Delayed Entry Program (DEP) lets recruits complete MEPS processing and officially enlist while delaying their report date for up to 12 months.

  4. What is the typical duration of a standard MEPS processing appointment?

    Answer: One to two full days

    MEPS processing typically takes one to two full days, covering medical exams, the ASVAB, and administrative steps.

  5. Which of the following is a valid reason an applicant might be temporarily disqualified at MEPS?

    Answer: Being under 17 years of age

    Applicants must be at least 17 years old (with parental consent) to enlist; those under the minimum age are temporarily disqualified.

  6. What role do MEPS physicians (CMOs) play in the processing of applicants?

    Answer: They review all medical exam results and make final medical qualification determinations

    MEPS Chief Medical Officers (CMOs) review all medical data and make the final determination on whether an applicant is medically qualified for service.

  7. What transportation is typically provided to MEPS applicants from the recruiter's office?

    Answer: The military typically arranges and funds transportation to and from MEPS

    The military generally arranges and covers the cost of transportation for applicants traveling to and from MEPS.