Careers: Military--Army, Navy, Airforce, Marines, Coast Guard/Height and Weight Requirments

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Hello,

I was wondering if the height and weight requirements are extremely important.  The reason I ask is because I want to join Army ROTC and I'm about 6'4" and around 260.  I've played football since I was little all the way to my senior year (I am graduating this year) so I think I'm in pretty good shape.  So at my height and weight would I be automatically disqualified to do Army ROTC?

Thanks,
Nick

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Not necessarily. All of the answers you seek are in AR 600-9 the Army Weight Control Program. If you fail to meet the height/weight specifications you are also taped for body fat percentage. If you meet the standards there, you are still qualified. You can find this regulation at www.apd.army.mil.  Hope this helps.  

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