Expert: John L - 12/18/2009

Question
QUESTION: Sir, I am a potential recruit, I cleared my ASVAB with 52 AFQT, I have 4 years college degree and I have foreign language skills, which Army is really looking for these days.

I visited MEPS 3 weeks ago for my Physical, everything was going well, except that I felt little nervous and excited about making a big change in my life, and this lead to increase my BP, In MEPS they took 3 times, everytime it was more then their cut off numbers, Now I sent 3 days BP reading from my civilian Doctor, all the reading looks good, My Recruiter said the result should come within a week, but so far no result, its been more then a week.

So, I have these questions

1. How long this process takes?
2. Based on what criteria they approve high BP waiver?


If you can reply me these question I will really appreciate

Thank you.

ANSWER: You should be good, but when you go back down, if it is high again, they can reject you.  MEPs can be busy and work backed up, they will get to you.

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QUESTION: Sir, are you saying even though I get my waiver, I have to go for another BP check in MEPS? as according to my recruiter once waiver is approved, I can sign my contract straight. Is this correct?

Thanks

Answer
Only if you get a waiver, you did not mention he put you in for a waiver.  However, they do not give high BP waivers.  MEPs clears you if you show better BP for 3 days in a row.  MEPs has the right to verify your BP, just dont be nervouse next time you go.