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OCP coat (ACU)
×4
Clothing & Sales
Previously issued or personal purchase. Up to two additional sets are authorized for combat-focused training.
OCP trousers (ACU)
×4
Clothing & Sales
Previously issued or personal purchase.
Patrol cap with name tape
×2
OCP Scorpion pattern.
Name tapes, US Army tapes & flag patches
×2
2 name tapes, 2 US Army tapes, 2 color flags, 1 subdued flag. Sewn-on tapes are authorized on the ACU.
Riggers belt, tan 499
Combat boots, coyote leather
×2
2 pairs, AR 670-1 compliant. Break both pairs in well before you report — you will ruck in them week one.
ID tags and chains, long and short
×2
2 complete sets.
Boot socks — black, green, or coyote
×7
Undershirts, tan 499
×7
Underpants
×7
Blousing straps / boot bands
Min: 2, Recommended: 4 — they snap constantly.
AGSU coat, heritage green
Clothing & Sales
ASU blues remain valid until the AGSU mandatory possession date of 1 Oct 2027.
AGSU trousers or slacks, heritage taupe
Clothing & Sales
Skirt optional for females.
AGSU shirts, heritage tan (short & long sleeve)
×4
Clothing & Sales
2 short sleeve and 2 long sleeve, officer pattern.
Necktie or neck tab, heritage green
Clothing & Sales
Belt, heritage walnut web with open-face buckle
Clothing & Sales
Garrison cap, Army green
Clothing & Sales
Service cap optional.
Oxfords, walnut brown
Clothing & Sales
All-weather coat
Clothing & Sales
White crew-neck undershirts
×2
Worn under the service uniform.
Name plates, plastic
×2
One for AGSU, one for ASU if you still wear blues.
Beret, wool, black
With the blue Infantry flash — shape and shave it before you report.
Dress socks, black or brown
×4
2 black for ASU, 2 brown for AGSU.
Web belt, black 1" with brass tip and buckle
"Sta-Brite" buckle.
Dress gloves, black
Optional if not previously issued.
Dress shoes, low quarters
Clothing & Sales
APFU shorts
Clothing & Sales
Min: 3, Recommended: 5.
APFU short-sleeve shirt
Clothing & Sales
Min: 3, Recommended: 5.
APFU long-sleeve shirt
Clothing & Sales
Min: 3, Recommended: 5.
APFU jacket and pants
Clothing & Sales
Required year-round as a cold-weather contingency.
Reflective belt, neon yellow
×2
Running shoes
Broken in before arrival. Minimalist shoes, racing flats, spikes, and toe shoes are prohibited.
Athletic socks, white or black
×6
Must cover the ankle bone. No logos.
Microfleece cap, black
Gloves, black
No logos.
OCS insignia, "Sta-Brite"
×2
Plus 1 subdued pin-on and 2 subdued patches.
U.S. insignia, officer, "Sta-Brite"
×2
2LT pin-on rank, subdued and non-subdued
×4
2 subdued and 2 non-subdued, plus 2 OCP top rank patches and 2 patrol cap rank patches (sew-on recommended).
US Army Infantry School "Follow Me" patch, subdued
×2
The blue non-subdued patch is required for 09S candidates and optional for in-service.
Ascot, white, with OCS logo
Clothing & Sales
Ordered through your class — do not substitute a civilian ascot.
11th Infantry Regiment crest, Sta-Brite
×2
Clothing & Sales
Worn on the shoulder loops only.
Silver dollar
For the first salute after commissioning. A long-standing OCS tradition.
Combination lock, 2.5" shackle
Key locks and luggage locks are not allowed.
Towels and washcloths
×4
2 towels and 2 face cloths, brown, green, or black.
Toiletry bag
Any color.
Hygiene kit — 6-week supply
Shaving cream, razors, toothpaste, toothbrush, deodorant, foot powder, and feminine hygiene products. No glass containers.
Soap or body wash
6-week supply. No glass.
Shampoo and conditioner
Laundry detergent
6-week supply. Pods travel best.
Shower shoes
Combination locks
×2
Key locks and luggage locks are not allowed.
Matching hangers
×12
They must match — wall lockers are inspected.
Black ballpoint pens
×5
Mechanical pencils
×5
Permanent markers, black
×2
Cloth tape, white, 1" wide
For marking gear.
Wristwatch
Must NOT be GPS enabled. A plain analog or basic digital watch is the safe choice.
Super-fine permanent alcohol markers
×7
Black, blue, red, green, purple, brown, and orange for map marking. Staedtler Lumocolor is the standard.
Eraser pen for alcohol markers
Military protractor
Coordinate scale for land navigation.
Headlamp with red and white lens
300 lumen limit. Bring it with batteries installed.
Extra batteries for headlamp
Camouflage face paint
Light green and loam colors.
550 parachute cord, 100 ft
Whistle
12-inch ruler
Quart-size ziplock bags
One box.
Gallon-size ziplock bags
One box.
Insect repellent
Sunscreen
M4 weapons cleaning kit
Unapproved weapon cleaning agents are prohibited — bring a standard 5.56 kit.
Stencil set, 3/4" letters
200-page spiral notebook, 8.5" x 11"
Duffel bag
Laptop
Recommended for authorized study time only. Network access on post is available for a fee.
Dress pants / slacks
Min: 1, Recommended: 2 — chino style, neutral color. No capris and no jeans.
Leather dress shoes
Leather dress belt
Conservative solid-color collared shirt
Min: 1, Recommended: 2 — season appropriate.
Civilian jacket
Appropriate for social events. No hoodies, sweaters, fleece, or denim.
Advanced Combat Helmet with pads, retention system & OCP cover
CIF issue
MOLLE rucksack with frame, waist belt & shoulder straps
CIF issue
Large field pack plus 2 sustainment pouches and 2 load lifters.
IFAK II pouch with inserts
CIF issue
Plus 2 individual utility pouches.
Tactical Assault Panel or FLC with pouches
CIF issue
Rifleman set: canteen pouches, grenade carriers, magazine pockets, waist pack, ammunition bag.
Assault pack
CIF issue
Hydration system carrier and bladder
The issued bladder is often worn out — a fresh 3L reservoir is cheap insurance.
Canteens, 1 qt, with canteen cup
×2
CIF issue
Modular sleep system
CIF issue
Bivy cover, both sleeping bags, stuff sacks, and sleeping mat. Required year-round in case of recycle.
ECWCS Gen III layers 1-6, top and bottom
CIF issue
Bring the full system regardless of season — cold weather gear is a recycle contingency.
Entrenching tool with carrier
CIF issue
Combat gloves
CIF issue
Barracks bag and duffel bag
×2
CIF issue
Ballistic eyewear (APEL approved)
Must be on the Authorized Protective Eyewear List. Bring clear and tinted lenses.
Neck gaiter, brown
Waterproof bag
Keeps your sleep system dry in the field. Bring two if you can.
Poncho or tarp, OCP
Before you report
Day 1 attire: conservative civilian business casual — no athletic wear, t-shirts, open-toe shoes, or ripped jeans
There is a packing list inspection on Day 1 — missing items can get you dropped from the course
Bring a six-week supply of hygiene and laundry items
Break in both pairs of boots and your running shoes
Budget up to $2,000 for Clothing & Sales plus $350 cash for class dues
No glass containers, tobacco, or nicotine products
Your watch must not be GPS enabled
Bring cold weather gear year-round — it is a recycle contingency
Two pairs of military-issue glasses with your current prescription
Print this checklist and bring the paper copy on in-processing day
