Cadets wear modified U.S. Navy uniforms, Adult Volunteers may choose to wear modified U.S. Navy uniforms as per regulations. Due to Naval tradition and history, wear of these uniforms requires upmost respect, attention to detail, and impeccable personal appearance.

Find the the NSCC/NLCC Uniform Manual below, when in doubt, refer back to this, or seek advice through the Chain of Command. Beyond the manual, we have included some quick reference points as well.

Refer to the Plan of the Day (POD) and/or as per direction of CO/XO for appropriate uniform selection.

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UNIFORMS REFERENCE
  • NWU Type III 8 Point Cover with flash sewn onto the front middle.
  • Undershirt – Coyote Brown, crewneck.
  • NWU Type III Blouse:
    • Name tape over Starboard (right) breast pocket.
    • USNSCC or USNLCC tape over Port (left) breast pocket.
    • USNSCC or USNLCC Shoulder Flash Port and Starboard.
    • USNSCC Shoulder Flash – Eagles face forward (front).
    • Rating Insignia on tab. PO3 – SLPO or CPO.
  • Belt – Black with silver clip and buckle; E7:O4 – Khaki with gold.
  • NWU Type III Trousers.
  • Blousing straps.
  • Socks – black.
  • Boots – Black leather, 9″.

Navy League Cadet Corps Summer Service/Full Dress Uniform
  • Cover –
    • Boys – White Service Cover (Dixie Cup)
    • Girls – Black Garrison Cap with Cap Device
  • Undershirt –
    • Boys – White, crewneck.
    • Girls – White Brassiere
  • Shirt – Summer, White
    • Girls – Necktab, Black.
    • Name tag over Starboard (right) pocket (optional).
    • Ribbons over Port (left) left pocket.
    • USNLCC Shoulder Flash on Port sleeve.
    • NLCC Petty Officer Rating Badge / Cadet Rating Chevrons on Starboard Sleeve.
  • Belt – Black with silver clip and buckle.
  • Trousers – Service, Black.
  • Socks – Service, Black.
  • Shoes – Service, Black.
Navy League Cadet Corps Winter Service/Full Dress Uniform
  • Cover –
    • Boys – White Service Cover (Dixie Cup)
    • Girls – Black Garrison Cap with Cap Device
  • Undershirt –
    • Boys – White, crewneck.
    • Girls – White Brassiere
  • Shirt – Winter, Black
    • Girls – Necktab, Black.
    • Boys – Necktie, Black. Tie Clasp/Tack, Silver.
    • Name tag over Starboard (right) pocket (optional).
    • Ribbons over Port (left) left pocket.
    • USNLCC Shoulder Flash on Port sleeve.
    • NLCC Petty Officer Rating Badge / Cadet Rating Chevrons on Starboard Sleeve.
  • Belt – Black with silver clip and buckle.
  • Trousers – Service, Black.
  • Socks – Service, Black.
  • Shoes – Service, Black.

Naval Sea Cadet Corps Dress Whites
  • Cover – White Service Cover (Dixie Cup)
  • Undershirt – White, crewneck.
  • Jumper – Dress, White
    • Neckerchief, Black.
    • Name tag over Starboard (right) pocket.
    • Ribbons over Port (left) left pocket.
    • USNSCC Shoulder Flash on Port and Starboard sleeves.
    • Unit Identification Mark on Port sleeve below Flash.
    • NSCC Petty Officer Rating Badge / Cadet Rating Chevrons on Starboard Sleeve.
  • Belt – White with silver clip and buckle.
  • Trousers – Jumper, White.
  • Undershorts – White.
  • Socks – Service, Black.
  • Shoes – Dress, Black.
Naval Sea Cadet Corps Dress Blues
  • Cover – White Service Cover (Dixie Cup)
  • Undershirt – White, crewneck.
  • Jumper – Dress, Blue
    • Neckerchief, Black.
    • Name tag over Starboard (right) pocket.
    • Ribbons over Port (left) left pocket.
    • USNSCC Shoulder Flash on Port and Starboard sleeves.
    • Unit Identification Mark on Port sleeve below Flash.
    • NSCC Petty Officer Rating Badge / Cadet Rating Chevrons on Starboard Sleeve.
  • Trousers – Jumper, Blue.
  • Socks – Service, Black.
  • Shoes – Dress, Black.

  • All NSCC/NLCC personnel shall wear the Physical Training Uniform (PTU) when engaged in physical training or as after-hours barracks.
  • Consists of official gold USNSCC emblem or SEA CADETS emblem with Compass Rose.
  • Gold T-Shirt exclusively sold by Vanguard.
  • Blue shorts, exclusively sold by Vanguard.
  • Crew Socks, White.
  • Shoes, Athletic.
  • Sweatshirt and Sweatpants, exclusively sold by Vanguard, are optional and may be worn as a complete set or individually.
  • The NSCC/NLCC blue ball cap is the only Authorized headgear, with direct approval by CO/XO.

GROOMING STANDARDS
  • HAIR: When headgear is worn, hair will not show from under the front of the headgear. Hair (including bun) is not to protrude from the opening in the back of the ball cap. Lopsided or extremely asymmetrical hairstyles are not authorized. Angled hairstyles will have no more than a 1 – 1½ inch difference between the front and back length of hair. Layered hairstyles are authorized provided they show a smooth and graduated appearance. Hair length, when in uniform, may touch, but not fall below a horizontal line level with the lower edge of the back of the collar. When bangs are worn they shall not extend below the eyebrows. Hair bulk (minus the bun) as measured from the scalp will not exceed 2 inches. The bulk of the bun shall not exceed 3 inches when measured from the scalp and the diameter of the bun will not exceed 4 inches. Hair extensions and wigs must look natural, tints and highlights must be similar to the base color of the hair and be a natural hair color. Styles with shaved portions of the scalp (other than the neckline), those with designs cut, braided, or part into the hair, as well as dyed using unnatural colors are not authorized. Three-strand- and two-strand braids are permitted. Multiple braids (more than two braids, ex. Dreadlocks and cornrows) will look uniform, be no bigger than ¼ inch in diameter, and have no foreign objects (ex. beads) woven into the hair. Cornrows must be no larger than 1/4 inch in diameter and show no more than approximately 1/8 inch of scalp between rows. Cornrow ends shall not protrude from the head. Rows must end at the nape of the neck and shall be secured with rubber bands that match the color of the hair. Cornrows may end in a bun conforming to the guidelines listed herein if hair length permits. Hair accessories to secure buns must be completely concealed. Female cadets should only wear a wig if it is a medical necessity. 
  • COSMETICS: shall be applied in good taste so that colors blend with natural skin tones and enhance natural features. Exaggerated or faddish cosmetic styles are not authorized. Lipstick colors shall be conservative and complement the individual. Long false eyelashes are not authorized.
  • FINGERNAILS: Will not exceed ¼ inch past the fingertips. Nail polish may be worn, but colors should be conservative and complement the skin tone. Acrylics and accessories are not authorized.
  • EARRINGS: Shall consist of one earring per ear. If you have multiple piercings, a placeholder can be worn but must be concealed. Earrings will be a 4-6mm ball. Gold for officers, midshipmen, instructors, and CPO’s, silver for any cadets under PO1.
  • BODY PIERCINGS: will not be worn. If you have previous piercings, a placeholder can be worn but must be concealed.
  • NECKLACES: One single strand necklace, must not be visible. Chokers and large necklaces, etc. are not permitted.
  • WRISTWATCH / BRACELETS: Only one of each can be worn while in uniform. Ankle bracelets will not be worn and are not authorized. 
  • TATTOOS: Tattoos, body art, brandings, mutilation, or dental ornamentation on a cadet are strictly prohibited. 

  • HAIR: Hair above the ears and around the neck will be cut from the lower natural hairline no grater and no less than ¾ inch. Hair on the back of the neck will not touch the collar. Hair shall be no longer than 2 inches and groomed so that it does not touch the collar or ears, extend below the eyebrow when headgear is removed, show below the front edge of the headgear, or interfere with the proper wearing of the headgear. Sideburns will not extend past the middle of the ear and should be a clean horizontal line. 
  • FACIAL HAIR: No facial hair is permitted. Discretion should be used with younger cadets or those with religious convictions. For adults, if worn mustaches will be kept neat, closely trimmed and no portion shall extend below the lip line of the upper lip.
  • COSMETICS: Not authorized, unless for medical reasons.
  • FINGERNAILS: Will not exceed past the fingertips, and will be kept clean at all times.
  • EARRINGS: Will not be worn under any circumstances.
  • PIERCINGS: Body piercings will not be worn. If you have previous piercings, a placeholder can be worn but must be concealed.
  • NECKLACES: One single strand necklace, must not be visible. Chokers and large necklaces, etc. are not permitted.
  • WRISTWATCH / BRACELETS: Only one of each can be worn while in uniform. Ankle bracelets will not be worn and are not authorized. 
  • TATTOOS: Tattoos, body art, brandings, mutilation, or dental ornamentation on a cadet are strictly prohibited.