Enter your ASVAB scores into the calculator to determine your AFQT score and eligibility for military enlistment.
ASVAB Score Calculation Formula
The following formula is used to calculate the AFQT score from your ASVAB scores:
AFQT Score = ((2 * VE) + AR + MK) / 4
Variables:
- AFQT Score is the Armed Forces Qualification Test score (%)
- VE (Verbal Expression) is the sum of Paragraph Comprehension (PC) and Word Knowledge (WK) scores
- AR is the Arithmetic Reasoning score
- MK is the Mathematics Knowledge score
To calculate the AFQT score, first determine your VE score by summing the PC and WK scores. Then use the formula above to find the AFQT score.
What is ASVAB Score Calculation?
The ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) is a test administered to prospective military enlistees to determine their qualifications for enlistment in the United States Armed Forces. The AFQT score, derived from the ASVAB, is used to determine basic eligibility for enlistment. This score is a percentile measure, indicating how a test-taker’s performance compares with that of a nationally representative sample of youth.
How to Calculate Your AFQT Score?
The steps below outline how to calculate the AFQT score using the given formula:
- First, determine your VE score by adding your Paragraph Comprehension (PC) and Word Knowledge (WK) scores.
- Next, gather your Arithmetic Reasoning (AR) and Mathematics Knowledge (MK) scores.
- Use the formula from above: AFQT Score = ((2 * VE) + AR + MK) / 4.
- Finally, calculate the AFQT score by plugging in the values.
- After inserting the variables and calculating the result, verify your answer with the ASVAB Score Calculator above.
Example Problem:
Use the following variables as an example problem to test your understanding.
AR Score = 50
MK Score = 60
PC Score = 40
WK Score = 45
FAQ
1. What is the ASVAB?
The ASVAB is the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, a test used by the U.S. military to assess a candidate’s suitability for enlistment and to determine their qualifications for various military jobs.
2. What does the AFQT score represent?
The AFQT score represents the test-taker’s percentile ranking compared to a nationally representative sample of 18 to 23-year-old youth. It determines basic eligibility for enlistment in the U.S. military.
3. How often should I use the ASVAB Score Calculator?
It’s useful to use the ASVAB Score Calculator whenever you receive your ASVAB results or if you want to estimate your AFQT score before taking the test.
4. Can this calculator be used for different ASVAB versions?
Yes, the calculator can be adjusted to match the scoring parameters of different ASVAB versions, though the formula provided here is standard for the most common versions.
5. Is the calculator accurate?
The calculator provides an estimate of your AFQT score based on the inputs provided. For official scores, it’s best to refer to your ASVAB score report or consult with a military recruiter.