GraduateSmart
GraduateSmart
$50K/yr
Average Salary
Varies
Years of Education
Stable
Job Growth
Many
Total Jobs
Serve in one of the U.S. armed forces in a hands-on technical, tactical, or support role. Enlist after high school (age 17 with parental consent, 18 independently) and complete basic training plus job-specific (MOS/rating) training. Specialties span cyber, mechanics, medical, aviation support, and combat roles, with paid training, GI Bill education benefits, and advancement by rank.
$25K
Starting
$50K
Average
$75K
Senior
High School Diploma or GED
Foundation requirement for all pathways
High School Diploma in Military Science & Leadership
Duration varies by program
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Field
Military & Defense
Required Degree
High School Diploma
Job Demand
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Pay range
$25K–$75K
10th–90th percentile
Job growth
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Number of jobs
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Typical duties
Detailed duties for this role are not currently tracked by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. See methodology notes below.
Base pay range approximates E-1 (entry) through senior enlisted grades; excludes BAH/BAS allowances and benefits.