Civil Affairs operators are versatile, innovative, and highly trained Soldiers who operate in small, autonomous teams among local populations, even in hostile or denied territory. Trained in foreign languages, cultural expertise, and negotiation techniques, CA Soldiers commonly operate in civilian clothes in over 80 different countries worldwide to build networks of formal and informal leaders and accomplish important missions in diplomatically or politically sensitive areas.
THOR3 - Access to world-class facilities, strength coaches, and nutritionists
Specialized training
Unique missions
More than $50,000 to further your education
30 days of vacation per year
Complete medical and dental care
Leadership skills
General Requirements (Enlisted and Officer)
Pass an Army Physical Fitness Test (Raw score 210/70% in each event) and height/weight standards
PULHES 111221 or better
Have an Enlisted Record Brief/Officer Record Brief
Enlisted Requirements
You must pass an Army Physical Fitness Test (Raw score 210/70% in each event) and clear height/weight standards
You must have a PULHES 111221 or better
You must have an Enlisted Record Brief/Officer Record Brief
You must have an ASVAB GT score 100 or above
You must be within the rank of Private First Class, Specialist, Sergeant, or Staff Sergeant
PFC: no less than one year TIS
SPC: no less than one year TIS and no more than six years TIS
SGT: no less than two years TIS and no more than eight years TIS
SSG: Between 3-10 years TIS and no more than five years TIG
Be eligible for a SECRET security clearance
(security clearance is not required to attend)
Officer Requirements
Be eligible for a Top Secret security clearance under provisions of AR 380-67
Be a First Lieutenant or Captain in a targeted year group
Possess a baccalaureate degree
Have a valid DA photo
Required Documents
ARSOF Volunteer Statement
Soldier Record Brief
PFA Card
SFAS or SERE Physical w/EKG
Waiver Documents (where required)
These documents are required to be returned to your recruiter. For questions or clarification, please contact your recruiter. Documents can be downloaded here.
