Cal Maritime Uniform

Cal Maritime cadets have been proud to wear a uniform for over 90 years. Wearing a uniform is something that all Cal Maritime cadets have in common. The uniform is a physical representation of the cadet’s commitment to each other. Wearing a uniform fosters a sense of belonging and equity.

Each incoming cadet receives three uniforms from the bookstore (Khaki Uniform, Salt and Pepper Uniform (S&P), and a Working Uniform), along with outerwear and physical training wear. 

For a visual summary of the authorized uniform items, please view or download the Uniform Chart below. This chart provides an overview of all approved uniform components to ensure compliance with the detailed Cadet Rules & Regulations.

View/Download Uniform Chart

Uniform Descriptions 

Khaki Uniform (Default Uniform of the Day)  
  • Cal Maritime ball cap
  • Khaki short-sleeved shirt; Name tag 
  • White crew-neck undershirt 
  • Collar devices representing rank and major 
  • Khaki trousers or optional Khaki dress skirt; Khaki belt with shined buckle
  • Black leather oxford shoes or black leather work boots; Black crew cut socks
Salt and Peppers (Dress Uniform)  
  • White combination cover 
  • White short-sleeve dress shirt; Black Name tag 
  • Black dress trousers or optional black dress skirt; Black belt with shined brass buckle 
  • Plain white crew neck undershirt
  • Collar Devices 
  • Black leather oxford shoes; Black dress socks  
Working Uniform (Coveralls)
  • Cal Maritime ball cap 
  • Blue coveralls with sewn name tape 
  • White crew neck undershirt 
  • Black leather work boots
Alternative Working Uniform (Overalls - no longer provided but may be worn as authorized)
  • Cal Maritime ball cap 
  • Blue overalls (bookstore supplied) with sewn name tape 
  • Navy Blue long sleeve shirt (Plain or Keelhauler only)
  • Black leather work boots

Approved Outerwear

Only the following black Cal Maritime outerwear from the bookstore is authorized with uniforms: Black Rain Jacket, Black 1/4 Zip Fleece, and Black Carhartt Work Jacket. The Black Eisenhower Jacket and the Black Bomber Jacket, though discontinued, may still be worn. Zippered jackets must be zipped at least 2/3 of the way up. The outerwear specified for each uniform below is the only approved option for that uniform. Exceptions require authorization from the Director of CLD.

  • Khaki Uniform (Default UOD)
    : Black Rain Jacket, Black 1/4 Zip Fleece, Black Carhartt Work Jacket, Black Eisenhower Jacket, Black Bomber Jacket.
  • Salt and Peppers (Dress Uniform)
    : Black Rain Jacket, Black 1/4 Zip Fleece, Black Eisenhower Jacket, Black Bomber Jacket.
  • Coveralls/Overalls (Working Uniform)
    : Navy Cal Maritime Hoodie received with Physical Training wear may only be worn underneath. Black Carhartt Work Jacket and Black Rain Jacket are authorized to wear over coveralls/overalls.

Physical Training Wear

  • Gray PT T-shirt/Company T-Shirt
  • Navy PT Shorts
  • Navy Cal Maritime Hoodie
  • Navy Cal Maritime Sweatpants
  • Closed toed athletic Shoes 

Cal Maritime Uniforms

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Salt and Pepper Uniform

Cal Maritime's Dress Uniform

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Khaki Uniform

Standard Uniform of the Day

Working Uniforms

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Coveralls

Cal Maritime's standard working uniform.

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Overalls

No longer issued, but authorized when purchased from the Cal Maritime Bookstore.