Frequently Asked Questions
Q) I did not receive a Welcome Aboard package. What should I do? How do I receive a Welcome Aboard Package for the SEA?
A) The SEA does not mail out packages to arriving students all information is available here on the website. If you wish to receive a package via email Contact the
SEA Sponsor.
Additionally, we recommend that you link to the Naval Station Newport website for specific information regarding Naval Station Newport.
Q) What are the prerequisite courses for attending the SEA?
A) The “
Student Information” area on the website is a good guide to use in preparation for attending the SEA. The Resident and Non-Resident course requirements differ. In addition, the requirements for the other services are different from the U.S. Navy personnel.
Q) Am I able to receive packages via overnight delivery?
A) Yes, to receive a package the next day, utilize UPS or FEDEX. USPS overnight deliveries usually experience a delay of one or two days.
Q) Is the Navy Working Uniform (NWU) required? What is the alternative?
A) No, the NWU is not required. It is prescribed one day a week to promote the versatility of U.S. Navy Uniforms. For U.S. Navy personnel, the only acceptable alternative uniform is Service Khaki. See the “
Uniforms” page for information about service equivalent uniforms.
Q) The NKO courses for the Blended Course have gone away, what are the pre-reqs to attend the Blended?
A) See the
Blended Course information area of the SEA website for guidance.
Q) What is the cost of berthing?
Q) I do not have the Dinner Dress Blue/ White jacket, is it required?
A) The Dinner Dress Blue/ White “JACKET” is optional for E7-04 (See uniform Regs)
Q) When do I submit my 1306 for the Blended Course, before or after I complete all of the pre-work?
A) You may submit your 1306 at any time, but you will have to enroll before the Blackboard portion of the class begins which ends with your two-week on-board learning phase.