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Food Options at OTCN

You will be required to eat in the Ney Hall dining facility for every meal during normal working hours. The galley offers a wide variety of food, including a salad and fruit bar, various proteins, vegetables, and vegetarian options.

Civilian Clothes

Yes, you should bring civilian clothes. You will have the opportunity to wear them later in the training.

Swim Qualification

You will not be required to pass a swim qualification at NSI.

Expenses During NSI

Some potential expenses include:

  • Class T-Shirts/Sweatshirts: Each company usually designs and orders a shirt. Costs range from $15-$25 per item.
  • Class Dinner: Catered food for a casual event in the final week, costing $15-$20 per person.
  • Uniform Accessories: Items needed for maintaining your uniform.
  • Miscellaneous Supplies: Items purchased as needed.

Additional expenses are at your discretion. A Navy Exchange and MWR services are available on base.

Authorized Hairstyles for Females

For authorized hairstyles, refer to the Navy Uniform Regulations Chapter Two. You will typically have 20-30 minutes in the morning for hygiene.

Personal Items to Bring

Please refer to the Required Paperwork/Items section for details.

Cell Phones

Yes, you may bring your cell phone. However, it will not be accessible during the workday, only after working hours.

Laptop Computers

Yes, you may bring a laptop, but please note there is no wireless internet capability on base. Computer labs with internet access are available.

Uniform Items

Do not purchase uniforms before reporting to NSI. Uniforms will be issued on the second day of training.

Over-the-Counter Medications

Yes, you may bring medications such as Tylenol or Motrin, but they must be in the original bottles.

Notarizing Paperwork

Notarization can be done at your local county courthouse for a nominal fee or by most law firms or attorneys. Check your local resources for this service.

Reporting Documentation

Yes, you must bring all recommended paperwork items as listed on this webpage, even if you are already being paid at your current rank.

Contacting Base Upon Arrival

Contact the Class Officer via the provided link or call the Command Duty Officer at (401) 862‑4321.

Female Make-Up

Yes, females may wear make-up, but the class team will determine when this is permitted.

Reporting Attire

Report in business casual attire (slacks/skirt, shirt with collar/blouse). Students will wear formal Navy PTUs for the Monday first class meeting.

Living Arrangements

Students will reside in King Hall barracks for the duration of training. Each room houses two students and includes beds, bedding, trash cans, study tables, and a wall locker. Communal heads and laundry facilities are available, and students will participate in cleaning assignments and inspections.

Mailing Address

(YOUR NAME)
STA-21 NSI (CLASS #)
(YOUR COMPANY)
OFFICER TRAINING COMMAND NEWPORT
1356 Meyerkord Avenue
Newport, RI 02841-1641

Obligations to the Navy

Active duty military must have a minimum of 36 months obligated service upon transfer to STA-21 Schoolhouse. After NSI, students will transfer to an NROTC-affiliated college or university to complete degree requirements within 36 months, remaining on active duty with enlisted pay and benefits.

  • Tuition, fees, books, and other expenses are the student’s responsibility, supplemented by an annual $10,000 education voucher.
  • Additional financial aid may be available via FAFSA.
  • Active duty obligations post-graduation vary by officer program.

Additional Information

Refer to the Contact page or the NSTC's ROD and Appendices webpage for more details.

Sample Schedule

Time Activity
0530 Reveille / Morning Routine / Breakfast
0700 - 1100 Class
1100 - 1200 Lunch
1200 - 1600 Class
1600 - 1700 PT
1800 Dinner
1830 - 2130 Study Time / Evening Routine

Note: The schedule provided is a sample only and is intended to give an idea of the daily routine.

Personal Items to Bring

Please refer to the Required Paperwork/Items section for details.

Cell Phones

Yes, you may bring your cell phone. However, it will not be accessible during the workday, only after working hours.

Laptop Computers

Yes, you may bring a laptop, but please note there is no wireless internet capability on base. Computer labs with internet access are available.

 
 
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