What is a perfect PFT score?

300 points — a perfect score on pull-ups (or push-ups), plank, and the 3-mile run, scored by age and sex.

How are Marine pull-ups scored?

Pull-ups are dead-hang only — no kipping. Each rep counts when the chin clears the bar with full lockout at the bottom. Use the Marine PFT calculator for the points table.

Where do Marines go to boot camp?

Male recruits east of the Mississippi go to Parris Island, SC. Male recruits west of the Mississippi and all female recruits historically went to MCRD San Diego, CA — both depots now train all genders.

What is a perfect PFT score?

300 points — a perfect score on pull-ups (or push-ups), plank, and the 3-mile run, scored by age and sex.

How are Marine pull-ups scored?

Pull-ups are dead-hang only — no kipping. Each rep counts when the chin clears the bar with full lockout at the bottom. Use the Marine PFT calculator for the points table.

Where do Marines go to boot camp?

Male recruits east of the Mississippi go to Parris Island, SC. Male recruits west of the Mississippi and all female recruits historically went to MCRD San Diego, CA — both depots now train all genders.

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Marine Corps Recruit Study Guide

Everything a future Marine needs before shipping to recruit training — hymn, values, ranks, chain of command, 11 General Orders, and PFT/CFT standards.

What every future Marine memorizes

Marines' Hymn

Verse 1 with fill, reorder, quiz.

Marine Corps Values

Honor, Courage, Commitment.

11 General Orders

Sentry orders.

Marine Corps Ranks

Enlisted through O-10.

USMC Chain of Command

Top-down chain.

Fitness

Marine PFT & CFT Calculators

Score your fitness test against the current official table.

Open calculator →

Readiness Assessment

Am I ready for boot camp?

Body Fat Calculator

DoD tape method.

Run Pace Calculator

Goal pace per mile / km.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Marines' Hymn, the 14 Leadership Traits (JJDIDTIEBUCKLE), Marine Corps values (Honor, Courage, Commitment), the 11 General Orders, Marine Corps ranks, and the rifleman's creed.