ASVAB Scores are composite scores created by combining different subtests of the ASVAB to best determine your strong and weak areas of knowledge. Your ASVAB scores can be high in one area and medium to low in another, and you would still pass the ASVAB. The Army utilizes the composite scoring table below to create your final ASVAB scores and then assesses what Army Jobs (MOS) you are eligible for.
No matter what MOS you have in the Army, the most commonly referred to composite score is the “GT” (General Technical) score. For Army schools like Rangers, Special Forces, and many more, your GT score needs to be 107 or greater.
ASVAB Scores Explained
The Army converts the ASVAB subtest scores into 10 composite score areas, known as “line scores.” The line scores determine what Army jobs an individual qualifies for. The ASVAB subtests include various categories such as Word Knowledge (WK), Paragraph Comprehension (PC), Arithmetic Reasoning (AR), and more. Composite ASVAB scores are determined based on these subtests and the specific needs of the Army. Composite ASVAB scores are determined as follows:
| Abbr. | Composite ASVAB Score | Subtests Combined |
|---|---|---|
| CL | Clerical | VE+AR+MK |
| CO | Combat | AR+CS+AS+MC |
| EL | Electronics | GS+AR+MK+EI |
| FA | Field Artillery | AR+CS+MK+MC |
| GM | General Maintenance | GS+AS+MK+EI |
| GT | General Technical | VE+AR |
| MM | Mechanical Maintenance | NO+AS+MC+EI |
| OF | Operators and Food | VE+NO+AS+MC |
| SC | Surveillance and Communications | VE+AR+AS+MC |
| ST | Skilled Technical | GS+VE+MK+MC |
What ASVAB Scores affect MOS eligibility?
As mentioned before, your ASVAB scores determine what Army Jobs (MOS) you are eligible for when enlisting or re-enlisting into the US Army. For the majority of MOSs, the restrictions for ASVAB scores are not too strict. On our Army MOS Listings page, click on the MOS you are interested in. On the MOS details page, you’ll see if there are any ASVAB restrictions assigned to that specific MOS. If you need help or want to ensure that your ASVAB scores are high, check out our ASVAB Study Guide page.
Understanding Standard Scores and Percentile Scores
The ASVAB uses standard scores, which are based on a scale where the standard deviation is set. The percentile score reflects how you performed compared to a reference group of test-takers. For example, if you score in the 60th percentile, you performed better than 60% of the reference group.
Versions of the ASVAB
There are different versions of the ASVAB including the paper and pencil ASVAB and Computerized Adaptive Testing (CAT), also known as CAT ASVAB. The CAT ASVAB is an adaptive test that adjusts the difficulty of questions based on your previous answers, providing a tailored assessment of your abilities.
Armed Forces Qualification Test (AFQT)
The Armed Forces Qualification Test (AFQT) is derived from four specific ASVAB subtests: Word Knowledge (WK), Paragraph Comprehension (PC), Arithmetic Reasoning (AR), and Mathematics Knowledge. AFQT scores are divided into categories that determine eligibility for enlistment. A high school diploma typically requires a minimum score on the AFQT for enlistment in the Army.