A sports physical-like medical exam is required for all cadet applicants.

No one will be denied admission due to a medical disability.

Where a medical condition precludes full participation, a Request for Accommodation (NSCADM 015) may be presented for review.

Ages 10-17, drug-free, unmarried, full-time student.

Be in good academic standing; maintain at least a "C"-GPA.

Have parental consent, be willing to attend drills and uphold standards.

Enrollment fee includes premiums paid toward the Sea Cadet Group Accident and Health Protection Plan.

Per cadet:
$225 are due annually for enrollment.
$200 are due one-time for uniform usage. The uniforms will be returned upon discharge.
$20 are due for Physical Training (PT) gear.

Annual enrollment fees are based on five factors: cost of program operation and administration by NHQ; cost of group accident and health premium; cost of liability insurance premium; funding of each Regional Directors' allowance; and the individual unit's cost of operation.

New cadets, or "Recruits," will attend a mandatory Recruit Training (RT) during winter/summer break.

New League cadets will attend their first training in Orientation during winter/summer break.

Both trainings will introduce cadets to the program by teaching them the physical, intellectual, and military knowledge they will need to be a cadet.

After RT, cadets will have the opportunity to attend a variety of advanced trainings.

Trainings foster good citizenship and an interest and appreciation of our nation's sea services.

The goal of every cadet is to advance to the next level. RT is an advancement requirement and unlocks many opportunities.

Officers must be at least 21 years in age.

To ensure cadet safety and security, adult volunteers must undergo background checks.

Adult volunteers are essential to the operationality of our unit as well as the entire Corps.