Overview - New to the Navy
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New to the Navy (NTN)
Useful Resources
Featured Mobile Apps
Navy COOL
Use Navy Credentialing Opportunities Online (COOL) to learn what civilian credentials pertain to your military training and experience and view resources available to help attain those credentials.
Navy Uniform Matters
Learn policy guidance for Navy Uniforms. Resources include Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), a link to the MyNavy Uniforms App, and more.
Pay - For Military Members
Visit the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) website to learn about Pay, Allowances, Entitlements, and Deductions. References include Travel Pay and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) options.
START Guide
Visit the Navy Recruiting Command website to view the guide for future Sailors focusing on Standards, Transitions, Acknowledgements, Requirements, and Training (START).
NTN Quick Links
Additional links to systems and sites.
NTN FAQs and Terms
Frequently Asked Questions, Acronyms and Glossary.