Medical Qualification

Medical qualification ensures you’re ready for military service.

Medical qualification ensures you’re ready for military service.

Clear standards. No cost. Step-by-step guidance.

Every cadet must be medically qualified to serve as an Army officer.

After Admissions reviews your initial application.

Emailed instructions to schedule your exam.

Your ZIP code is used to assign you to the nearest exam facility.

No cost to you.

You may be asked for additional documentation.

Bring records for:

If you’ve had injuries, bring a doctor’s note confirming full recovery.

Is 20/20 vision required?
No — but vision must be correctable to 20/20.

Are COVID-19 vaccines required?
No.

What if I’m disqualified?
Some conditions may qualify for waivers. Each case is reviewed individually.

Medical qualification can take months.

Take your exam as soon as it becomes available.

A medical qualification isn’t something to fear.

It’s something to complete early.

Start your application
Contact your regional admissions officer