Military Training for Teens

Teenagers who are interested in a future military career have several training options, from full-time military boarding schools to extracurricular programs. Older teens can even choose to visit a recruiter and discuss enlisting in one of the branches of the military.

  1. Junior ROTC

    • The United States Army Junior ROTC program has been in existence since 1916. The program, offered in high schools throughout the country, is designed to offer lessons in military history and structure, along with physical fitness, civic responsibility and teamwork. JROTC cadets are taught by retired active duty Army personnel and participate in marksmanship, drills, orienteering, physical fitness, and academic and leadership competitions. Programs are available in all 50 states.

    Active Duty Military

    • Older teens can enlist in all branches of the military beginning at age 17 with parental permission. Without parental permission, individuals can enlist at age 18.

    Military Schools

    • For a teen or parent looking for extra discipline, there are many private military schools across the nation. Some cater to troubled teens who need individualized help along with military-style discipline, while others cater to students who are already excelling academically and behaviorally, and are looking for a military-style atmosphere.

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