For Recruits
Upon successful completion of boot camp, the youth earn the distinguished title of Young Marine. Young recruits will participate in a graduation ceremony and earn the honor of wearing the Young Marine uniform. Upon graduation Young Marines will begin to earn ribbons to wear on their uniforms and move up in the Young Marine ranks.
| Recruits are required to learn the following: | Recruits uniform and gear: | |
| Young Marine General Orders | Running Shoes | |
| Enlisted Rank Structure | Black Sweat Pants | |
| Young Marine Creed | Black Sweat Shirt | |
| Young Marine Obligation | White socks | |
| The Young Marine Hymn | White Tee Shirt | |
| The Pledge of Allegiance | Black Shorts | |
| National Anthem of the United States | Backpack or duffel bag | |
| Young Marine History | Paper and Pen or Pencil | |
In addition to classroom instruction at unit meetings, the Young Marines opens multiple new doors to its members. Each year, regional commanders from across the nation are asked for their recommendations for Young Marine of the Year. The 6 youth that are nominated for the award are granted $500 scholarships towards their college education. The member that is chosen as the Young Marine of the Year is awarded a $1,000 scholarship. Furthermore, Young Marines that earn the rank of Sergeant or above while in the Young Marine program and choose to pursue the U.S. Marine Corps option are advanced to Private First Class upon successful completion of Marine Corps boot camp.