Marines' Recruiting Surges Amid Struggles Faced by Other Services

While the Army, Navy, and Air Force struggle to meet their recruiting goals, the Marine Corps is on track to achieve theirs. Marine leaders credit their success to selecting top-performing Marines for recruiting duty, increasing the number of recruiters, and resuming in-person recruiting at high schools. The Marines prioritize quality over quantity, avoiding the need to dip into delayed entry applicant pools. However, a challenge remains in finding recruits who can pass the military's academic test. The Marines are repositioning recruiting stations and plan to increase the number of Marine reservists involved in recruitment. The Corps' emphasis on selecting the best and brightest for recruiting positions has proven effective in attracting potential recruits.