Future sailors take the oath of enlistment at the 119th Army-Navy football game.Mass Communications Specialist 2nd Class Zachary Eshleman/US Navy The US Navy has a new offer for potential recruits: $115,000 in possible bonuses and loan repayment. The Navy is also pursuing former sailors and other enlisted veterans considering a return to service. The high totals reflect that the Navy, like all the branches, is struggling to attract recruits. The Navy is offering potential recruits a new, eye-watering figure in exchange for joining its ranks: $115,000 in possible bonuses and loan repayment.In a press release issued Saturday, the Navy announced that it is topping its already historically high $50,000 signing bonus, with the possibility of earning up to $65,000 in loan repayment as well.Rear Adm.