Uniform Wear
A PROPERLY FITTING JROTC UNIFORM
According to Army regulations on the wearing and appearance of uniforms, “all personnel will maintain a high standard of dress and appearance.” This regulation means that your personal appearance in uniform should project the image to others that you are a part of one of the finest groups in the world.
Learning how to look your best in uniform takes time and effort. Your uniform must fit you properly, and be worn in accordance with regulations.
Learn the proper placement of insignia, awards, and decorations. Know how to clean and care for your uniform, so you will always look your best.
Prior to the formal inspection, it is a good idea to ask a fellow cadet to look at your uniform and check it for anything that does not meet regulations.
Make a final check yourself, and then proudly present yourself for inspection.
FACTORS THAT AFFECT APPEARANCE
Once you have a perfect fitting uniform, there are still other guidelines to follow so that you can maintain an outstanding appearance:
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Having good personal grooming habits, such as caring for your hair and fingernails.
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Knowing how to wear the uniform properly.
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Knowing how to care and clean the uniform — a proper appearance requires a pressed and cleaned uniform.
These factors, and guidelines, are the basic keys to a good overall appearance in your JROTC uniform. By following these guidelines, you can ensure that your uniform and your personal appearance are in accordance with regulations.
Click here to help you sort your ribbons:
Class A Officer
male
6
8
7a
9
10
11
5a
4
3
2
1
Class A Enlisted
male
5b
7b
1: Name Plate.
Centered on right breast pocket flap and centered between button and top pocket, and below the pocket hem line. (Note: the hem line is the same distance as the class B pocket)
2: Competition Ribbons.
Centered 1/8 inch above the top of pocket flap.
3: Unit Star, academic Wreath.
Wreath, device, or both centered 1/4 inch above top of right breast pocket. If cadet has competition ribbons then make the wreath, device, or both centered 1/4 inch above the ribbons center.
4: Unit Crest.
Centered 1/4 inch above Unit star..
5a or 5b:
ARC Pins are worn alphabetically between the bottom of the breast pocket flap, and centered in the middle of the pocket.
a: Maximum of 7 pins, spaced 1/8 inch apart when worn in a single row.
b: Maximum of 8 pins, spaced 1/8 inch apart with two rows spaced 1/2 inch apart.
6: "R.O.T.C." Insignia. OFFICER
centered 5/8 inch above notch, with centerline of the R.O.T.C. pin bisecting the notch ( the collar part that has a triangle shape pointing down ) and parallel to inside edge of each lapel.
7a: Torch of Knowledge Insignia. OFFICERS
centered 1 1/4 inches below R.O.T.C. insignia, with centerline bisecting the R.O.T.C. insignia and parallel to inside edge of each lapel.
7b: Torch of Knowledge Insignia. ENLISTED
centered 1 inch above notch, with centerline bisecting the notch ( the collar part that has a triangle shape pointing down ) and parallel to inside edge of each lapel.
8: Epaulet
Officer and enlisted ranks are pinned at the center of the epaulet. equal distance from the bottom to the top, and sides of the epaulet.
9. Aviator wings.
wings are 1/4 inch above the Academic ribbons.
10. Academic ribbons.
Centered 1/8 inch top of pocket flap. Third and subsequent rows can be aligned to the left to present a better appearance.
11. Rifle badge.
Badges are worn 1/8 inch bellow the top of the left breast pocket flap. medals and badges are not allowed to be worn at the same time.
Class A Officer
Female
1
2
6
8
7a
9
10
11
5a
4
3
Class A enlisted
female
2
1
3
4
7a
8
9
10
11
5a
1: Name Plate.
Centered on right side with the name plate being 1 to 2 inch above the top button.
2: Competition Ribbons.
Centered 1/8 inch above the name plate.
3: Unit Merit Device, A.A Wreath.
Wreath, star, or both centered 1/4 inch above the top of the name plate. If cadet has competition ribbons, then make the wreath, star, or both centered 1/4 inch above the ribbons center.
4: Unit Crest.
Centered 1/4 inch above Unit star.
5a or 5b:
ARC Pins are worn alphabetically between the bottom of the breast pocket flap, and centered in the middle of the pocket.
A: Maximum of 7 pins, spaced 1/8 inch apart when worn in a single row.
B: Maximum of 8 pins, spaced 1/8 inch apart with two rows spaced 1/2 inch apart.
6: "R.O.T.C." Insignia. OFFICER
centered 5/8 inch above notch, with centerline of the R.O.T.C. pin bisecting the notch ( the collar part that has a triangle shape pointing down ) and parallel to inside edge of each lapel.
7a: Torch of Knowledge Insignia. OFFICERS
centered 1 1/4 inches below R.O.T.C. insignia, with centerline bisecting the R.O.T.C. insignia and parallel to inside edge of each lapel.
7b: Torch of Knowledge Insignia. ENLISTED
centered 1 inch above notch, with centerline bisecting the notch ( the collar part that has a triangle shape pointing down ) and parallel to inside edge of each lapel.
8: Epaulet
Officer and enlisted ranks are pinned at the center of the epaulet. equal distance from the bottom to the top, and sides of the epaulet.
9. Aviator wings.
wings are 1/4 inch above the Academic ribbons.
10. Academic ribbons.
The bottom row of ribbons are parallel to the bottom of the name plate. If cadet has (more than 9 ribbons) 3 rows of ribbons, the next subsequent rows can be aligned to the left to present a better appearance.
11. Rifle badge.
Badges are worn 1/4 inch bellow the bottom of the ribbon bar. medals and badges are not allowed to be worn at the same time.
Class B OFIC/ENLI
MALE
1:Name plate 1A:male 1B:female
1A: Centered on right breast pocket flap and centered above the pocket flap button, and below the pocket hem line.
1B: Centered on right side with the name plate being 1 to 2 inch above the top button.
2: Competition Ribbons. 2A:male 2B:female
Centered 1/8 inch above the top of pocket flap.
3: Unit Merit Device, A.A Wreath.
Wreath, device, or both centered 1/4 inch above top of right breast pocket. If cadet has competition ribbons then make the wreath, device, or both centered 1/4 inch above the ribbons center.
4: Unit Crest.
Centered 1/4 inch above Unit Merit Device.
Class B OFIC/ENLI
FEMALE
5a or 5b:
ARC Pins are worn alphabetically between the bottom of the breast pocket flap, and centered in the middle of the pocket.
a: Maximum of 7 pins, spaced 1/8 inch apart when worn in a single row.
b: Maximum of 8 pins, spaced 1/8 inch apart with two rows spaced 1/2 inch apart.
9. Aviator wings.
wings are 1/4 inch above the Academic ribbons.
10. Academic ribbons.
Centered 1/8 inch top of pocket flap. Third and subsequent rows can be aligned to the left to present a better appearance.
Extra uniform additions
male
class a/b
officer
&
enlisted
[ Medals ]
Ribbons and medal cannot be worn at the same time. When wearing the medal, the ribbons must come off. Medals are worn in two rows of three. You only start a second row if you have four or more medals. The medal is placed above the top of the pocket flaop. The metal pendant part of a medal hangs over the cloth part of another medal if its directly underneath it. The second row will either contain the same number of medals or less than the first row above. The second row of medals is centered under the first row above. Cadets will not wear marksmanship badges with full-sized medals.
female
class a/b
officer
&
enlisted
[ Medals ]
Ribbons and medal cannot be worn at the same time. When wearing the medal, the ribbons must come off. Medals are worn in two rows of three. You only start a second row if you have four or more medals. The medal is placed above the top of the pocket flaop. The metal pendant part of a medal hangs over the cloth part of another medal if its directly underneath it. The second row will either contain the same number of medals or less than the first row above. The second row of medals is centered under the first row above. Cadets will not wear marksmanship badges with full-sized medals.
