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Uniform Regulations

Since its inception in 1962, the Naval Sea Cadet Corps has had the honor and distinction of wearing the uniforms of the United States Navy. This uniform carries with it a long history and a sense of tradition. As the uniforms of the Navy continue to evolve, the Naval Sea Cadet Corps will continue to follow.

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Grooming Standards

  • Hair, Male – Hair shall be no longer than 4 inches and groomed so that it does not touch the ears or collar. The bulk of the hair shall not exceed 2 inches

  • Hair, Female – 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. With jumper uniforms, hair may extend a maximum of 1-1/2 inches below the top of the jumper collar. Long hair, including braids, shall be neatly fastened, pinned, or secured to the head. 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. Loose ends must be tucked in and secured.

  • Shaving – Male cadets shall be clean-shaven. Discretion will be used with younger cadets or those with religious convictions.

  • Rings – One ring per hand, plus one engagement/wedding ring set is permitted.

  • Necklaces – Only one single-strand necklace, conservative in nature, may be worn and shall not be visible.

  • Earrings – Males are not permitted to wear earrings while in uniform. Females may wear one earring per ear (centered on earlobe). Earrings shall be a 4mm – 6mm ball (approx. 1/8 – 1/4 inch), plain with a shiny or brushed matte finish. gold for officers, midshipmen, instructors and chief petty officers, and silver for NSCC/NLCC cadets PO1 and below.

  • Wristwatch/Bracelets – One subtle, conservative bracelet may be worn. Wristwatches shall be conservative and in good taste – black, silver, or gold (rank permitting, gold may be worn by chiefs and officers) is advised.

  • Makeup – Cosmetics are allowed if applied “in good taste”. The colors must blend with natural skin tone and enhance natural features. Exaggerated or faddish makeup styles are not permitted while in uniform.

Male Grooming Standard

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Female Grooming Standards

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Navy Working Uniform (NWU) Type 3

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Components:

  • 8-point cover with USNSCC patch

  • Coyote brown undershirt

  • Blouse

    • Shoulder flashes (one per shoulder, eagle insignia ‘facing’ forward)

    • Name & branch tapes

  • Belt (E1 – E6 black with silver buckle, E7 – O4, khaki with gold buckle)

  • Trousers

    • Blousing straps

  • Boots (black leather, 9″ height)

    • Black sock

Maintenance:

  • The shirt and trousers may be machine-washed and dried

  • Light ironing, with special attention to the collar, is recommended

  • Boots must be clean and blackened (preferably shined), Laced from the inside out through all eyelets (no ‘bridge’ at the toe)

Inspection Notes:

  • Have a shipmate assist in verifying all buttons (incl. back pockets) are buttoned and the belt is fed through all belt loops

NSCC Cadet Dress Blue

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Components

  • White undershirt (crewneck)

  • Blouse (dark black color)

  • Trousers (cadets must wear those with buttoned front)

  • Cover (dixie cup)

  • Nameplate

  • Ribbon rack

  • Tie/Neckerchief (NLCC Cadets wear neck tie with clasp and NSCC wear the neckerchief)

  • Black dress shoes (may not be patent leather)

  • Black dress socks

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NSCC Cadet Dress Whites

Components

  • White undershirt (crewneck )

  • Blouse (white colored)

  • Trousers (White for NSCC, Black for NLCC)

  • Cover (dixie cup for cadets)

  • Name Tag

  • Ribbon rack

  • Neckerchief (NSCC Cadets only)

  • Black dress shoes (may not be patent leather)

  • Black dress socks

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Maintenance

  • Washing Machine: Wash on cold cycle only as these are wool. Preferred Dry Cleaning!

  • See pressing section in the Uniform Manual– otherwise, ask the dry cleaner for a “military crease.”

    • Always check your uniform to make sure it is pressed correctly before you pay and leave the dry cleaners.

    • NSCC CADETS CREASES ARE DONE INSIDE OUT/   NLCC CADETS CREASES ARE DONE OUTWARDS LIKE NAVAL OFFICERS

  • White “Dixie Cup” Cover – Soak in a bucket of OxyClean for two (2) days. Make sure the cover is completely submerged. Machine wash. Air dry by reshaping cover on an upside-down bowl. Store in a zip lock bag with your name on it in your garment bag.

  • STORE EITHER FOLDED OR INSIDE OUT INSIDE A GARMENT BAG

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WHITE UNIFORMS SHOULD BE EXTRA CAUTIOUS AS THEY EASILY STAIN!!!

Sea and League Cadet Chevrons and Flashes

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Rank goes mid way on the Right Sleeve

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MAKE SURE EAGLE HEADS FACE INWARDS

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