4. They have their own university -- and are likely to have a college degree
The Special Operations university, called the Joint Special Operations University, is located at the MacDill Air Force Base in Florida. The university serves active duty, reserve and civilian faculty members from the Army, Navy, Air Force and Marine Corps. The university is offered at no cost to the student.
5. They know how to speak a language beside English
Special Operations isn't just about brawn -- troops are also valued for their superior intelligence. They score better than average at the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery and many have college degrees.
Once they join, they receive cultural and language training to give them a deep understanding of the regions in which they'll eventually operate. All Special Operations forces know how to speak a language other than English. They also have the opportunity to learn any of 35 different languages taught at the U.S. Air Force Special Operations School.