I applied through a recruiter. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at US Army (Mesa, AZ) in Aug 2009
Interview
Went to a recruiter's office and he explained what I needed to gain entry Military. Bank account, fitness level, paper work, and mind mentality. He was very helpful and did all he could do get me in. I am very fortuneate to have had him as a recruiter.
I applied through a recruiter. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at US Army (Montgomery, AL) in Oct 2011
Interview
Extensive background and criminal checks which also include medical and any police reports whatsoever. There are multiple urinalysis tests and three total tests which must be passed to be considered. There is insane amount of paperwork that must be completed and you are rushed through like a cattle herder.