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Are the ASVAB and the AFQT two separate exams?

No. The AFQT is a score figured from four ASVAB tests.

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  1. Yes, you take the AFQT the day after the ASVAB
  2. No, the AFQT is a score from four ASVAB tests ✔
  3. Yes, the AFQT is only for officers

Why: There is one enlistment exam. The AFQT is computed from four ASVAB subtest scores and is used to decide enlistment eligibility.

Huh, didn't know that: Air Force officer candidates take the AFOQT, except candidates with professional licenses in law, ministry, or healthcare.

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Answer: No, the AFQT is a score from four ASVAB tests. There is one enlistment exam. The AFQT is computed from four ASVAB subtest scores and is used to decide enlistment eligibility.

  1. Understanding ASVAB Scores www.officialasvab.com/applicants/scores
    AFQT scores are computed using the Standard Scores from four ASVAB subtests: Arithmetic Reasoning (AR), Mathematics Knowledge (MK), Paragraph Comprehension (PC), and Word Knowledge (WK).
    Checked 2026-10-12.
  2. Academic Requirements FAQs, U.S. Air Force www.airforce.com/frequently-asked-questions/requirements-eligibility/academic
    However, officer candidates must take the Air Force Officer Qualifying Test (AFOQT).
    Checked 2026-10-12.
  3. Academic Requirements FAQs, U.S. Air Force www.airforce.com/frequently-asked-questions/requirements-eligibility/academic
    candidates joining the Air Force as officers with professional licensure in law, ministry or healthcare do not need to take the AFOQT.
    Checked 2026-10-12.

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