The Sea Cadets Mission

The U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps is a nationwide organization dedicated to helping American youth realize personal success and achievement through a nautically oriented training program. Through Sea Cadet leadership, young Americans ages 13 through 17 develop interest and skill in basic seamanship and its naval adaptations, while learning the value of patriotism, courage, self reliance, teamwork and accountability.

Cadets train aboard U.S. Navy ships and Coast Guard ships and shore activities, and are authorized by the Secretary of the navy to wear Navy uniforms marked with Naval Sea Cadet insignia. Approximately 798 Sea Cadet units are operating in nearly every state as well as Puerto Rico and Guam, with some 9,500 members. Most Sea Cadets are sponsored by the Councils of the Navy League of the United States, a nonprofit organization of U.S. Citizens deeply committed to the welfare of young Americans.

Membership in the Sea Cadets allows teenagers to sample military life with no obligation to join any branch of the armed forces. Should cadets decide to enlist in the Navy or Coast Guard, their training may allow them entry at an advance paygrade. The Naval Sea Cadet Cops affords equal opportunity for participation to all young Americans regardless of race, color, religion or sex.

Sea Cadets for ages 13 - 17
Navy League Cadets for ages 11 - 13

• Teamwork and leadership opportunities

• Lots of "hands-on" training for cadets

• Scholarships for college

• Drug-free/alcohol-free/gang-free education

• International Exchange programs

• Sporting events and PT

• Indoor and outdoor activities

• Ceremonial events and parades

• 280 units nationwide

• Regional and national competitions

• Unit meetings on weekly or monthly basis

• Training on U.S. military bases, stations & ships

• Experience numerous career fields

• One or two week orientation programs
   

U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps
 

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