Last Updated on October 14, 2024
If you’re looking to become a Naval Officer and want to know the Officer Aptitude Rating (OAR) exam score requirements for different Navy Officer roles, you’ve come to the right place.
This guide lists the OAR score requirements for all Navy Officer programs during Fiscal Year 2025 that require the exam for application. I’ve pulled these requirements from official Navy officer publications.
Below, you’ll find a table that includes only the jobs needing an OAR score. Other Navy Officer roles don’t require you to take this test.
For step-by-step guidance on becoming a Naval Officer, check out the Quick Guide: How to Become a Naval Officer for detailed instructions.
If you have more questions, reach out to your local Navy Officer Recruiter.
Click on any officer position in the table below to view the full application details for that job.
Navy OAR Score Requirements
| Naval Officer Program | OAR Score Requirement |
| Surface Warfare Officer (SWO) | 42 or higher, waiverable to 39 |
| Naval Intelligence Officer (INTEL) | 50 or higher, waiverable to 45 |
| Supply Corps Officer (SC) | 45 or higher |
| Public Affairs Officer (PAO) | 40 or higher, waiverable to 37 (if GPA >3.0) |
| Aerospace Maintenance Duty Officer (AMDO) | 45 or higher |
| Civil Engineer Corps (CEC) | 45 or higher, waiverable to 40 |
| Oceanography (OCEANO) | 45 or higher |
| Cryptologic Warfare Officer (CW) | 45 or higher, waiverable to 40 |
| Information Professional (IP) | 50 or higher, waiverable (if otherwise competitive) |
Also Read: Navy Officer Age Limit (Comprehensive List)
NOTE: These requirements may change without notice. Contact your local Naval Officer Recruiter for the most current Navy Officer program requirements.
Remember, your OAR score is only one requirement for Navy Officer programs. There are various other aspects to Navy Officer applications, and therefore many opportunities for mistakes when you apply.
For instance, those who are required to take the OAR are also required to attend the Navy Officer Candidate School (OCS) prior to commissioning.
Again, click on the officer positions in the table above to learn more about the specific requirements for that job.
