Overview

• The Army reached its FY 25 goal of 61,000 new soldiers four months before the end of the fiscal year.
• Secretary Dan Driscoll credited recruiters, drill sergeants and leaders for their “Herculean efforts” in driving enlistment.
• Reforms unveiled in October 2023 created specialized talent-acquisition units and expanded the Future Soldier Preparatory Course.
• After missing its 2023 target by over 41,000 recruits, the service met its FY 24 goal more than a month ahead of schedule.
• With the primary target met, the Army will continue signing recruits into its delayed entry program ahead of active duty.