Where is MEPS for Marines?

USMEPCOM is headquartered in North Chicago, Illinois and operates 65 Military Entrance Processing Stations (MEPS) located throughout the United States. The command’s motto is Freedom’s Front Door, signifying that a service member’s military career starts when they walk through the doors of the MEPS.

What MEPS like Marines?

About MEPS MEPS is a Defense Department joint-service organization staffed with military and civilian professionals. MEPS personnel determine applicants’ physical qualifications, aptitude and moral standards, as set by each branch of military service.

What should I expect at MEPS Marines?

At MEPS, you will take the ASVAB, choose your MOS and take a physical. If you pass the ASVAB and physical, you will be able to swear into the military on that same day. Some of the military branches will ask you to head to basic training after you have completed MEPS. Your recruiter will prepare you for this process.

Can parents go to MEPS?

If your child decides to enlist in the Military, they will visit a Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS), which are in locations all across the country. As a parent, you are free to accompany your child to MEPS, but you will be asked to wait in a separate area during the test.

What disqualifies MEPS?

There are many specific medical conditions that may disqualify you from joining the U.S. Military. These include conditions like depression, bipolar disorder, epilepsy, heart issues, Asperger’s, and PTSD. They can provide more specifics regarding the condition, and whether or not you’ll pass your medical exam at MEPS.

Should I shave before MEPS?

Hair: Do not shave your head before leaving for basic training. All facial hair should be shaved thoroughly before arriving at basic training. Recruiting T-Shirts: When you enlist in any branch of the military your recruiter may give you a t-shirt with military insignia.

Can you back out after you swear in?

Basic Training If you have NOT been to the Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) and have NOT taken an Oath of Enlistment, you are free to quit the process at any time. Just because you arrive at MEPS does not mean you are fully committed with no chance of deciding not to commit after all.

Where are the MEPS located in Los Angeles?

The Los Angeles MEPS is one of a network of 65 MEPS located nationwide and in Puerto Rico. Three primary areas are considered in determining an applicant’s qualifications for enlistment: aptitude for military service

Is the Los Angeles MEPs part of the DoD?

The Los Angeles MEPS is the largest of a network of 65 MEPS located nationwide and in Puerto Rico. A separate Department of Defense (DoD) agency, USMEPCOM is comprised of two geographical sectors and staffed with personnel from all military services.

Where is the Marine Recruiting Station in Los Angeles?

Recruiting Station Los Angeles Marines and more than 30 high school educators from Los Angeles pose for a photo during their tour on the flight line at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, June 15, 2016, as part of RS Los Angeles’ Educators Workshop.

Who are the Los Angeles Marine Corps pool function champions?

Los Angeles Marines and more than 600 of their poolees participated in the 2016 annual pool function. After nearly six hours of competing in pull-ups, crunches, fitness relays, tug-of-war, and many other activities, RSS Lancaster came out on top as the RSLA pool function champions.