What Hairstyles Are Allowed In Jrotc?

Males are not authorized to wear braids, cornrows, or dreadlocks (unkempt, twisted, matted, individual parts of hair) while in uniform. Hair that is clipped closely or shaved to the scalp is authorized.

What haircuts are allowed in ROTC?

Haircuts: The hair on top of the head must be neatly groomed. The length and bulk of the hair may not be excessive and must present a neat and conservative appearance. The hair must present a tapered appearance.

How long does your hair have to be in Jrotc?

Hair may be no shorter than 1/4 inch from the scalp, but may be evenly graduated to within 2 inches of the hair line. Bangs, if worn, may not fall into the line of sight, may not interfere with the wear of all headgear, and when worn with headgear must lie neatly against the head.

Do I have to cut my hair in Jrotc?

Hair will be kept groomed and will not present a ragged, or unkept appearance. Hair will not extend below the bottom edge of the collar and should not be cut so short as to appear unfeminine. Hair-holding ornaments (e.g. barrettes, pins, and clips) must be of natural color or transparent and be inconspicuously placed.

What hair colors are allowed in Jrotc?

Colors that detract from a professional military appearance are prohibited. Cadets should avoid using colors that result in an extreme appearance. Applied hair colors that are prohibited include, but are not limited to purple, blue, pink, green, orange, bright (fireengine) red, and fluorescent or neon colors.

Can you have braids in JROTC?

Females may wear braids and cornrows as long as the braided style is conservative and the braids and cornrows lie snugly on the head. Hair will not fall over the eyebrows or extend below the bottom edge of the collar at any time during normal activity or when standing in formation.

Does JROTC allow dyed hair?

Hair Color.
If applied, dyes, tints, bleaches and frostings, which result in natural colors, are authorized. The hair of female cadets when in uniform will be pinned and arranged so that it will not fall below the collar of the uniform being worn.

At what age does JROTC start?

Eighth-grade students are allowed to participate in JROTC if physically co-located with 9th-12th grade students. Home- schooled students may also participate.

Does JROTC get you fit?

YES! Physical fitness is part of the JROTC curriculum. Students will participate in organized physical fitness once a week. Accomodations can be made for students with certain physical restrictions.

Are tattoos allowed in JROTC?

Tattoos are authorized on the chest and back (below the open collar uniform), arms, legs, and a ring tattoo on one finger on one hand. Ring tattoos are limited to a single band of no more than 3/8 of an inch in width, below the knuckle and above the finger joint (portion closest to the palm).

What is not allowed in ROTC?

Any cadets while in uniform are not authorized to wear fad devices, vogue medallions, personal talismans, or amulets.

What grade does JROTC start?

High school Junior ROTC program is open to any 9th – 12th grade student who desires to develop their leadership and citizenship skills. There is no military obligation for joining JROTC.

Can JROTC get drafted?

JROTC Instructors are not Military Recruiters. We can’t force anyone to enlist; this takes months of commitment that only a qualified Military Recruiter can guide you through. Cadets cannot be drafted into any Military service.

Can girls have short hair in JROTC?

Restrictions: There is no minimum hair length for female cadets and all-female cadets are permitted to wear natural highlights. Female cadets are permitted to wear a ponytail in the Operational Camouflage Pattern Uniform (OCP) and Army Physical Training (PT) Uniform.

Can you have red hair in JROTC?

If Dyes, Tints, or Bleaches Are Used, Colors Used Must Be Natural to Human Hair and Not Present an Extreme Appearance. Applied Hair Colors That Are Prohibited Include, but Are Not Limited to, Purple, Blue, Pink, Green, Orange, Bright (Fire-engine) Red, and Fluorescent or Neon Colors.

Does JROTC have a dress code?

The JROTC instructors issue all required uniform items to the cadets EXCEPT for black dress socks and white t-shirts. Cadets are required to wear the prescribed uniform each uniform wear day.

What color nails are allowed JROTC?

Only clear, skin tone, or natural color nail polish is acceptable.

Are JROTC uniforms free?

The J.R.O.T.C. program supplies uniforms, books, and all other equipment used in the course, free of charge. There is a fee if the uniform is damaged, lost, or stolen. Is J.R.O.T.C.

Do colleges look at JROTC?

Yes, joining JROTC (Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps) during high school can have benefits for your college application. Here are some things you will learn in JROTC that can help build your admissions profile: Public speaking and confidence. Teamwork, leadership, and discipline.

Can you paint your nails in JROTC?

Male cadets may not wear earrings, eyebrow rings, tongue rings, grilles, and the like while in uniform. 41. Male cadet nails must be clean and well groomed; males cannot wear fingernail polish in uniform.

Does JROTC give rank?

As a cadet lead and cadet run program, we hold different forms of evaluations in order to find our most capable, determined, and motivated cadets. By doing so, they are given a leadership rank/ position in the regiment.