Officer Development School

Welcome aboard,

Welcome to Officer Development School! ODS is one of five officer accession programs we operate here at Officer Training Command Newport (OTC).  Officer Development School is the foundation for your success as a member of the Naval Officer Corps. The course is comprehensive, intense, and designed to facilitate your introduction to your responsibilities as a naval officer. The course will also introduce the newly commissioned officer to the military structure of the United States Navy, the rich history of traditions and customs, our legal system and finally, military etiquette. ODS is extremely demanding both physically and mentally.

The website addresses check-in procedures, lodging, messing, transportation, uniforms and various other topics.

We look forward to your arrival. Report to the quarterdeck of King Hall (Bldg 291) in appropriate civilian attire no later than 2200 on the day before your class convenes (normally this report date will fall on a Sunday). If you have any questions, please consult the information included in the ODS website or contact LT Hazelrigg via email at scott.a.hazelrigg@navy.mil.

Sincerely,
Captain J. A. McBrearty
Commanding Officer
Officer Training Command Newport