How old is the cut off for military?

You must be at least 17 to enlist in any branch of the active military. The oldest you can be to enlist for active duty in each branch is: Coast Guard: 31. Marines: 28.

Can I join the military at 38 years old?

All branches of the military set age limits on enlistment, ranging from age 27 to 39. Although civilian employers cannot make hiring decisions based on age, the U.S. Armed Forces needs youthful combat-ready soldiers in tip-top shape.

Who Cannot be drafted?

The Vice-President of the United States, the Judges of the various Courts of the Untied States, the heads of the various executive departments of the Government, and the Governors of the several States. The only son liable to military duty of a widow dependent upon his labor for support.

Whats the oldest you can be drafted?

Men turning 21 in the year of the draft would be second priority, men turning 22 would be third, and so on until a man turns 26, at which time he is over the age of liability.