What are the requirements of membership?
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All prospective cadets must be U.S. citizens, who meet our minimum age requirements (ages 11 through 17). Cadets must be committed to being a drug-free, unmarried, full-time student with at least a "C"-grade point average. Cadets must also have parental consent to join the program. We are looking for cadets who are interested in contributing as much as possible to the program by attending drills and upholding our standards of conduct.
A medical examination similar to a high school sports physical is required for all cadet applicants to the NSCC or NLCC. No one will be denied admission to the NSCC/NLCC due to a medical disability. Where a medical condition precludes full, unlimited participation, a Request for Accommodation (NSCADM 015) may be presented by the parent or guardian for review so the cadet may participate in NSCC activities to the maximum extent possible. |
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Adult applicants must be in good health commensurate with their age group and be free from any ailment or condition that would prevent them from satisfactorily performing their primary duty of supervising youth. NOTE: Adults not physically qualified to perform all duties may still participate with a waiver from NHQ considering the parameters of their expected contribution to the USNSCC program.
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Can anyone join?We welcome all applicants who meet the above membership requirements. The U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps will never discriminate based on race, sex, color, religion, national origin or disability. It is very important to us to promote a culture of inclusion in our Sea Cadet family.
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Will I have to pay membership fees?
Yes. The initial investment can vary depending on several factors. Please contact our Recruiting Officer for more information. Your enrollment fee includes premiums paid toward the Sea Cadet Group Accident and Health Protection Plan. This is our insurance plan, designed to keep you covered in the low likelihood of something happening during a cadet-sponsored training event. It is important to us that the membership fees are minimal in order to be accessible to as many people as possible.
Annual renewal fees are: $90/year per each NSCC/NLCC cadet; $40/year per adult volunteer. Some units may also charge an additional administrative fee.
Annual enrollment fees are based on four factors: cost of program operation and administration by
NHQ; cost of group accident and health premium; cost of liability insurance premium; and funding of each Regional Directors' allowance.
Annual renewal fees are: $90/year per each NSCC/NLCC cadet; $40/year per adult volunteer. Some units may also charge an additional administrative fee.
Annual enrollment fees are based on four factors: cost of program operation and administration by
NHQ; cost of group accident and health premium; cost of liability insurance premium; and funding of each Regional Directors' allowance.
Do I buy my own uniforms?
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Surplus U.S. Navy uniforms are made available to the NSCC and NLCC. These uniforms, in turn, are then made available to cadets at a minimal cost for shipping and handling. Uniform needs that cannot be met through this source may be purchased at Navy Exchange Uniform Shops.
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Uniforms remain the property of the Tomcats. A deposit is required before issuing a complete seabag. A portion of the deposit will be refunded when everything is returned when the cadet leaves the program.
Are there any requirements I can prepare for prior to joining?
In order to log in to the USNSCC system, each of our cadets, parents, and volunteers must have a unique email address – families cannot share an email address. Parents and cadets must provide their own unique email address.
Click here for more information and helpful links to setting up a safe email address for your child.
Click here for more information and helpful links to setting up a safe email address for your child.