What is the likelihood of getting accepted for a point exception on my ASVAB to become a 17C?

2019-12-11T21:02:29-05:00

I’m applying for the 17C mos. senior in high school. I missed the ST point by 3 points and got 3 above on the GT (ASVAB-75). My recruiter let me take the ICTL test. I passed it with a 66. They are going to apply for a point exception on my ASVAB. He also said that the person in charge of the recruitment station said only 2 people have passed the ICTL test in 5 years at there station and said she would call in a favor for me. Is there a high likely hood of me getting accepted?

Response by Sgt Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 11 at 2019 11:33 PM

2019-12-11T23:33:53-05:00

James Boyce No one can provide you with odds of being accepted. Below is one post dealing with 17C, and you can do a search to find other 17C posts. Good luck on receiving the MOS that you desire. Please keep us posted.

https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/can-anyone-describe-17c-ait

Can anyone describe 17C AIT? | RallyPoint

Hello, I am currently preparing for BCT. I want to join the Army for for 17C. I took a practice ASVAB with my recruiter and scored a 91. I really think I want to join the Army, but 1 years worth of training has me feeling uneasy. As well as having 0 idea of what will happen when I get out. I guess what i'm asking is, is there anyone someone could tell me to calm me down? Tell me what to expect from 17C AIT specifically, and any tips?Another...

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 11 at 2019 11:43 PM

2019-12-11T23:43:12-05:00

Your recruiter can't actually call in any favor, that's just something they say. The MOS proponent, who decides the entrance qualifications of the MOS, will review your scores. If it looks like you are likely to pass the course then they will grant you a waiver. Single and double point waivers are a pretty common occurrence.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 12 at 2019 1:12 AM

2019-12-12T01:12:19-05:00

I will echo the answer of SFC Boyd. The line scores for 17C are high for a reason, and waivers for those who may be close can be common, but a lot of it will depend on how many people they're trying to slot for training. It is a highly competitive MOS, and has a high failure rate so they don't tend to take that lightly. That recruiter would likely have to have someone in a high position to "call in a favor" in that specific group of people that could do something about it. Good luck.