Become a Cadet
Adirondack Battalion has openings available for young people who want to learn about our military, are ambitious, self-disciplined, physically motivated, and have strong academic performance.
WELCOME ABOARD
If this sounds like you, then keep reading. Cadets must meet all eligibility requirements including application, parent/cadet interview, medical screening, and payment of required fees. Parents of prospective cadets can begin the enrollment process by completing the Cadet Application.
A great reference for parents to read about cadet life, culture and US NAVAL SEA CADET history is the Parent’s Handbook. Please download and read it.
Cadet Eligibility Requirements:
● Be a United States citizen or permanent legal resident.
● Be 10 years of age and not yet reached their 14th birthday for NLCC cadets.
● Be 13 years of age and not yet have reached their 18th birthday for NSCC cadets.
● Have a physical examination and submit NSCC Medical Examination and Medical History forms.
● Be enrolled in school/home schooled and have a satisfactory scholastic standing (at least a “C” GPA)
● Have a good moral character and be free of felony/misdemeanor conviction.
● Unmarried and does not have any children.
● Is not part of criminal or street gang
● is drug and alcohol free
● Attend a minimum of 75% of all drills.
● Participate in physical fitness training and meet physical readiness requirements.
Parent Responsibilities:
● Fill out the online application
● Sign any hold harmless and release of liability waivers as required by the unit.
