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Ranks and Ribbons

Ranks and Ribbons

Ranks in NJROTC are earned based on a Cadets dedication and display of the Navy Core values of Honor, Courage and Commitment.

NJROTC Enlisted Ranks
  • Seaman Recruit - Earned once enrolled in the NJROTC program
  • Seaman Apprentice - Earned once cadet has completed Mini-Boot Camp
  • Seaman - Given after one successful Semester within the program
  • Petty Officer Third Class - Earned after taking a written knowledge test after 2 total Semesters (1 yr)
  • Petty Officer Second Class - Earned after taking a written knowledge test after 3 total Semesters (1.5 yrs)
  • Petty Officer First Class - Earned after taking a written knowledge test after 4 total Semesters (2 yrs)
  • Chief Petty Officer - Earned after taking a written knowledge test after 5 total Semesters (2.5 yrs)
  • Senior Chief Petty Officer - Given by SNSI/NSI if earned.
  • Master Chief Petty Officer - Given by SNSI/NSI if earned.