US Navy Ratings and ASVAB Requirements Complete List
In the U.S. Navy, jobs are known as “ratings,” and each rating has specific ASVAB score requirements. The Navy uses the ASVAB test to assess a recruit’s abilities and to determine the ratings for which they qualify. Different ratings require different combinations of ASVAB subtest scores, which are referred to as line scores.
Here is a comprehensive list of all U.S. Navy ratings (MOS equivalent) and their corresponding ASVAB requirements:
1. Aviation Ratings
- ABE – Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Launching and Recovery Equipment)
- ASVAB Requirements: AR+MC = 96
- ABF – Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Fuel)
- ASVAB Requirements: AR+MC = 93
- ABH – Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling)
- ASVAB Requirements: AR+MC = 85
- AC – Air Traffic Controller
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+MK+MC = 220
- AD – Aviation Machinist’s Mate
- ASVAB Requirements: AR+MK+AS = 152
- AE – Aviation Electrician’s Mate
- ASVAB Requirements: AR+MK+EI = 222
- AG – Aerographer’s Mate
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+MK+GS = 162
- AM – Aviation Structural Mechanic
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+AR+MC = 166
- AO – Aviation Ordnanceman
- ASVAB Requirements: AR+MC = 120
- AWO – Naval Aircrewman (Operator)
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+AR+WK+MC = 210
- AWR – Naval Aircrewman (Helicopter)
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+AR+WK+MC = 210
- AWS – Naval Aircrewman (Tactical Helicopter)
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+AR+WK+MC = 210
- AWV – Naval Aircrewman (Avionics)
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+AR+MK+EI = 223
- AZ – Aviation Maintenance Administrationman
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+MK = 105
- PR – Aircrew Survival Equipmentman
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+AR = 98
2. Construction Ratings
- BU – Builder
- ASVAB Requirements: AR+AS = 100
- CE – Construction Electrician
- ASVAB Requirements: AR+MK+EI = 188
- CM – Construction Mechanic
- ASVAB Requirements: AR+MK+EI = 145
- EA – Engineering Aide
- ASVAB Requirements: AR+MK+MC = 175
- EO – Equipment Operator
- ASVAB Requirements: AR+AS = 100
- SW – Steelworker
- ASVAB Requirements: AR+MC = 96
- UT – Utilitiesman
- ASVAB Requirements: AR+MK+EI = 140
3. Medical and Dental Ratings
- HM – Hospital Corpsman
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+MK = 146 or VE+MK+GS = 156
- DT – Dental Technician (Merged with HM in 2005, no longer a separate rating)
- ASVAB Requirements: Previously VE+MK = 105
4. Administrative and Support Ratings
- LS – Logistics Specialist
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+AR = 98
- LN – Legalman
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+MK = 105
- MC – Mass Communication Specialist
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+MK = 110
- NC – Navy Counselor
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+MK = 105
- PS – Personnel Specialist
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+MK = 105
- RP – Religious Program Specialist
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+MK = 105
- YN – Yeoman
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+MK = 105
5. Engineering and Hull Ratings
- DC – Damage Controlman
- ASVAB Requirements: AR+MC+VE = 145
- EM – Electrician’s Mate
- ASVAB Requirements: AR+MK+EI = 222
- EN – Engineman
- ASVAB Requirements: AR+MC = 146
- GSE – Gas Turbine System Technician (Electrical)
- ASVAB Requirements: AR+MK+EI = 222
- GSM – Gas Turbine System Technician (Mechanical)
- ASVAB Requirements: AR+MK+EI = 222
- HT – Hull Maintenance Technician
- ASVAB Requirements: AR+MC = 95
- MM – Machinist’s Mate
- ASVAB Requirements: AR+MK+MC = 190
- MR – Machinery Repairman
- ASVAB Requirements: AR+MK+MC = 204
- NCC – Navy Career Counselor
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+MK = 105
- ND – Navy Diver
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+MK = 104
- QM – Quartermaster
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+AR = 96
6. Special Operations Ratings
- EOD – Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+MK+GS = 170
- SO – Special Warfare Operator (SEAL)
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+AR = 110
7. Intelligence Ratings
- CTI – Cryptologic Technician (Interpretive)
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+MK = 162
- CTM – Cryptologic Technician (Maintenance)
- ASVAB Requirements: AR+MK+EI = 222
- CTN – Cryptologic Technician (Networks)
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+MK+GS = 165
- CTR – Cryptologic Technician (Collection)
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+MK+GS = 162
- CTT – Cryptologic Technician (Technical)
- ASVAB Requirements: AR+MK+EI = 222
- IS – Intelligence Specialist
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+MK = 107
8. Nuclear Field Ratings
- EMN – Electrician’s Mate Nuclear
- ASVAB Requirements: AR+MK+MC+VE = 235 or AR+MK+MC = 252
- ETN – Electronics Technician Nuclear
- ASVAB Requirements: AR+MK+MC+VE = 235 or AR+MK+MC = 252
- MMN – Machinist’s Mate Nuclear
- ASVAB Requirements: AR+MK+MC+VE = 235 or AR+MK+MC = 252
9. Supply Ratings
- CS – Culinary Specialist
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+AR = 95
- LS – Logistics Specialist
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+AR = 98
- SH – Ship’s Serviceman
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+AR = 95
10. Surface Warfare Ratings
- BM – Boatswain’s Mate
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+AR = 95
- FC – Fire Controlman
- ASVAB Requirements: AR+MK+EI = 222
- GM – Gunner’s Mate
- ASVAB Requirements: AR+MK+MC = 205
- MN – Mineman
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+AR = 100
- OS – Operations Specialist
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+AR = 101
- QM – Quartermaster
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+AR = 96
11. Submarine Ratings
- STS – Sonar Technician Submarines
- ASVAB Requirements: VE+MK+GS = 210
- FT – Fire Control Technician
- ASVAB Requirements: AR+MK+EI = 222
- MT – Missile Technician
- ASVAB Requirements: AR+MK+EI = 222
- ET – Electronics Technician Submarines
- ASVAB Requirements: AR+MK+EI = 222
- MM – Machinist’s Mate Submarines
- ASVAB Requirements: AR+MK+MC = 190
Conclusion
This comprehensive list of U.S. Navy ratings and their corresponding ASVAB requirements provides a detailed look at the different career paths available in the Navy and what it takes to qualify for them. Understanding these requirements helps potential recruits focus on the specific areas they need to improve in to achieve their desired rating. Each rating has its own unique combination of ASVAB subtest scores, which align with the skills and aptitudes necessary for that particular job. Preparing for the ASVAB accordingly can significantly enhance a recruit’s chances of qualifying for their preferred Navy role.
