Position assignments and promotions in JROTC are based on individual performance.
They must be earned! There are several factors that are included and evalutated when
considering a cadet for promotion or assigning new duties. In order to be promoted a
cadet must demonstrate:

• Exemplary conduct
• Satisfactory appearance in uniform
• Satisfactory academic achievement in NJROTC and all other classes to include no failing grades in the most current marking period
• Satisfactory achievement in carrying out any and all NJROTC responsibilities
• Satisfactory involvement in JROTC activities and programs
• Satisfactory attendance in all classes. Must have less than 8 absences in a semester except in special cases of prolonged illness documented by a
  health care professional

Cadets normally begin their Naval Science 1 year as a cAdet/ Seaman Recruit. There are three advancement cycles during each school year. They are oppurtunities for each cadet to advance to the next higher rank. The advancement cycles are normally scheduled during the 9th wee, 18th week, and the 27th week of the school year. The following list shows the minimim requirements for advancement and promotion to each rate or rank. Bear in mind that in addition to the minimum requirements as set below, all advancements require Senior Naval Science Instructor approval.

NOTE: Regardless of rank, attendance and academic performance are key to advancement and a true indicator of a cadet's commitment and dedication to NJROTC and school. A cadet will not be considered for advancement if he or she accrues 7 or more absences, excused or unexcused, in the previous 18 week leading up to the advancement cycle. Exceptions will be considered for previously arranged prolonged absences or hospitalization but only on a case-by case basis. In addition to minimum GPA's listed; no cadet will be advanced at any rank if he or she is failing and currently receiving an "F" in any other class. Doing well in school is vitally important to your success.

Ranks/Rates	Requirements
Cadet/Seaman Recruit:	No minimum requirements. All cadets start here
Cadet/Seaman Apprentice:	No minimum grades. Cadet's will be advanced as soon as the recite the 11 "Orders of the Sentry" and Chain of Command from memory. Demonstrate the basic in place drill movements with precision.
Cadet/Seaman	Must recite 11 Orders to a Sentry and the Chain of Command from memory. Must have participated in at least 1 unit sponsored activity and have completed 3 hours of community and/or unit service. Must have at least a 75% average on Uniform inspections and properly demonstrate basic drill in place and marching movements.
Cadet/Petty Officer Third Class:	Have at least a 1.5 GPA in current school year and maintain a"2.0" in NJROTC. Must have earned the Participation Ribbon and have completed 3 hours of community or unit service since the last advancement. Must have at least an 80% average on uniform inspections. Must pass the Navy Rate and Rank test. Must pass the Guidon performance test for C/PO3 and demonstrate basic Color Guard Manual movements. Must pass or show progress in the semi-annual PRT. Naval Science 1 cadets may advance to C/PO3 in the third Advancement cycle.
Cadet Petty Officer Second Class:	Have at least a 2.0 GPA in current school year. Maintain a 3.0 average in NJROTC. Have zero unexcused absences from any class. Participated in at least 6 unit-sponsored activities and completed 3 hours of community or unit service since the last advancement test. Have not missed any uniform inspections in current school year and maintain at least an 80% average on inspections. Pass the exam with at least an 80%. Pass or show continuing improvement in semi-annual PRT. Must successfully demonstrate the manual of the sword.
Cadet/Petty Officer First Class:	Have at least a 2.0 GPA in current school year. Maintain a 3.0 average in NJROTC. Have zero unexcused absences from any class. Participated in at least 6 unit-sponsored activities and completed 3 hours of community or unit service since the last advancement test. Have not missed any uniform inspections in the current school year and maintained at least an 80% average in inspections. Pass the exam with at least a 80%. Pass or show continuing improvement in the semi-annual PRT. Must successfully demonstrate the manual of the sword.
Cadet/CPO	Have at least a 2.0 GPA in current school year. Maintain a 3.0 GPA in NJROTC. Participated in at least 9 unit-sponsored activities and have completed 3 community or unit service hours since the last advancement test. Have not missed any uniform inspections in current school year and maintain at least an 85% average on inspections. Pass the CPO exam with at least a 75%. Pass or show continuing improvement in semi-annual PRT. Pass Advancement Board.
Cadet/SCPO	Have at least a 2.0 GPA in the current school year. Maintain a 3.0 GPA in NJROTC. Have zero unexcused absences from any class. Participated in at least 10 unit-sponsored activities and have completed 3 community or unit service hours since the last advancement test. Have not missed any uniform inspections in current school year and maintain at least an 85% average on inspections. Pass or show continuing improvement in semi-annual PRT.
Cadet/MCPO	Have at least a 2.0 in the current school year. Maintain a 3.5 GPA in NJROTC. Have zero unexcused absences from any class. Participated in at least 12 unit sponsored activities and have completed 3 community or unit service hours since the last advancement test. Have not missed any uniform inspections in current school year and maintain at least an 85% average on inspections. Pass semi-annual PRT.
Cadet/Ensign thru Cadet/LCDR	Have at least a 2.0 GPA. Maintain a 3.5 GPA in NJROTC Have zero unexcused absences from any class. Participated in at least 15 unit- sponsored events and have completed 3 community or unit service hours since the last 9 weeks. Have not missed any uniform inspections in current school year and maintain at least a 90% average on inspections. Must be a member in good standing of one or more NJROTC teams. Pass semi-annual PRT.

The Senior Naval Science Instructor may promote any cadet who exhibits the skills, character, positive attitude,
and leadership ability commensurate with a higher rate/rank at any time.

Cadets are only demoted in rate/rank if they fail to maintain the minimum acceptable standards for their rate/rank.
Normally, a cadet is given the opportunity to correct any problem before such action is taken unless the problem is
serious enough to bring discredit upon the NJROTC Unit, or if the cadet presents a poor attitude. For Cadet/CPO or
above,a grade of "F" in any class will result in probation for the next grading period. They may keep their current
position of leadership and their rate, but must bring their grade up to passing in the next grading period.
LEADERSHIP BY EXAMPLE IS REQUIRED! A cadet can only be demoted by the SNSI.

Some cadets lead very busy lives outside of NJROTC class and may not wish to participate in most sctivities. Cadets'
grades for Naval Science are earned strictly in the classroom and class-related activities -- not for extra or
co-curricular activities. Some cadets may do very well in the classroom and earn good grade but are not advanced because
they chose not to participate in the many events planned after school and on the weekends. Conversely, some cadets may
participate in everything possible in NJROTC but not do as well in the classroom. Our Promotion Pat is set up to encourage
all cadets to study, work hard, have fun, contribute to the community and stay fit.