Chaplain Eligibility Requirements
Chaplain
Obtain a federally recognized Ecclesiastical endorsement from your denomination or faith group certifying that you are:
- Less than 47 years of age if not prior service (up to 50 years of age if prior service)
- Qualified spiritually, morally, intellectually and emotionally
- Sensitive to religious pluralism and able to provide for the free exercise of religion by all military personnel and their family members
- Possess a Bachelor's Degree (not less than 120 semester hours)
- Possess an accredited Master's Degree of not less than 72 semester hours (36 semester hours must be in Theology)
Chaplain Candidates
Obtain an Ecclesiastical Approval from your denomination or faith group certifying that you:
- Are enrolled in or accepted into an accredited graduate program
- Are a U.S. citizen (includes naturalized)
- Are a full-time student working toward a graduate degree in theology consisting of 72 or more hours
- Can pass the military commission physical
- Meet Army height/weight standards
- Are eligible for security clearance
- Are less than 42 years of age at commissioning
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- Visit the US Army Chaplain Center and School (USACHCS) by clicking here.
Always consult with a recruiter regarding eligibility requirements.
Contact your local recruiter for more information.
