What uniform do ROTC cadets wear?
Army Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps cadets generally wear the same standard Army service uniform as that worn by active duty personnel in the United States Army. Army Junior ROTC cadets are allowed to wear either the army green service uniform or the army blue service uniform.
Do ROTC cadets wear uniforms to class?
Uniforms are only worn on ROTC class days and during ROTC events, like field training. Outside ROTC, cadets dress just like civilian students.
Does ROTC give you uniforms?
Yes, assuming you’re asking about ROTC cadets in the different U.S. military service branches. The cadets are required at least one day of the school week to be in uniform for their training/lab day on or off campus.
Can ROTC cadets wear uniform in public?
JROTC cadets are generally allowed to wear their uniforms in public while traveling to and from school or to and from, and at, JROTC events outside of school like parades, and military balls.
Can a male cadet wear an earring in uniform?
Grooming while IN UNIFORM: Male Cadets a) The hair will be neatly groomed so as not to present a ragged or unkept appearance. c) Males will NOT wear earrings, nose rings, eyebrow rings or studs, or any other body piercing jewelry while in uniform.
Are tattoos allowed in ROTC?
Cadets are strongly discouraged from getting tattoos, brands, or body piercing. The cadet must apply for a waiver to continue participation in ROTC.
Can I have tattoos in ROTC?
Tattoos and body piercing. Cadets are strongly discouraged from getting tattoos, brands, or body piercing. The cadet must apply for a waiver to continue participation in ROTC.
How much is a ROTC uniform?
The uniform is provided free in JROTC, the only cost is for cleaning and any lost items.
Do ROTC cadets go to bootcamp?
You will not be sent to boot camp. However, the primary purpose of the Army ROTC program is to produce its Officers, so you must agree to serve as Officers in the Army after graduation in order to go through the entire program, or if you have received an ROTC scholarship.
What is the lowest cadet rank?
| Officer/Cadet Rank Insignia | ||
|---|---|---|
| Grade | Army | ROTC Cadet |
| 0-3 | Captain | Captain |
| 0-2 | First Lieutenant | First Lieutenant |
| 0-1 | Second Lieutenant | Second Lieutenant |
Do you salute cadets?
No. While technically cadets outrank all enlisted personnel (AR 600–20 Army Command Policy) and service academy cadets are authorized to exercise command ahead of NCOs in the absence of all other officers, cadets do not rate salutes except amongst themselves.