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We have an absolutely top quality Army composed of outstanding and proven professionals.
Unfortunately, as our Army reduces in size, some of our Soldiers will be asked to leave the
Army. To achieve mandated end strength reductions, the Army has taken a number of steps
including the execution of Qualitative Service Program (QSP) Boards. These reductions
ensure the Army maintains readiness while drawing down and is able to sustain manpower
needs to meet the future end strength.
Senior leaders will personally notify selected Soldiers within their command; the Army will not
publish selection lists. Many of these selected Soldiers have performed superbly during more
than a decade of war, displaying the values, character and competence that make our Army
second to none. We must not waver on our commitment to support all those who have
selflessly served with courage and honor.
Additional information on QSP:
QSP Frequently Asked Question (FAQ)
AR 635-200 (Active Duty Enlisted Administrative Separations), 6 Jun 05, including Rapid
Action Revision (RAR) issued 6 Sep 11
MILPER Message 14-308 Temporary Early Retirement Authority (TERA)
Point of Contact for QSP related issues:
Transition Branch Email Box: usarmy.knox.hrc.mbx.epmd-transition-branch@mail.mil
Transition Branch Team Phone Line: Commercial: 502-613-6732 and DSN: 983-6732
For Retirement and Separation questions email the Enlisted Retirement and Separation Team