US Army raises max enlistment age to 42, says change not tied to Middle East buildup
The US Army has raised its maximum enlistment age to 42, aiming to widen its recruiting pool. The change, effective in April, also removes previous obstacles for recruits with single marijuana or drug paraphernalia convictions.
The US Army has increased its maximum enlistment age to 42. Previously, the limit was 35, with waivers sometimes granted for older enlistees. The Air Force and Navy allow recruits over 40, while the Marine Corps has a lower limit. The Army made this change to widen its recruiting pool after falling short of its goals in 2022 and 2023. The average age of new Army recruits is currently 22.7. The Army will also no longer require a waiver for one conviction of marijuana or drug paraphernalia possession.
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