The U.S. Navy said it will allow people without a high school diploma or GED to enlist as it struggles to meet its recruitment goals.
This announcement marks the second time in a year that the service has lowered its requirements. Navy officials said those trying to enlist without a diploma will have to score a 50 or higher on the Armed Services Qualification Test.
This announcement comes as the armed forces have struggled to meet their recruitment goals. The Navy, Army and Air Force all failed to meet their recruitment goals last fiscal year. The Navy fell short of its enlistment goal by nearly 6,000.
The last time the Navy took recruits without education credentials was in 2000.