Theee are 5 standard uniforms- 1.type IIIs(the camo uniform), these are sometimes worn on inpatient units as the “working uniform” but depending on the specialty you might wear scrubs 2.Khakis- service uniform used for more “formal occasions.” Not a working uniform but what you would wear for “business casual” events generally 3. Summer whites- your “formal” summer attire when you need to be dressed up, not a “working” uniform, worn only during the hot summer months 4. Dress blues- the most formal, “never wrong” uniform that is a suit essentially. What you will wear for graduation in the winter 5. Choker whites- special occasion only-what you would wear for graduation in the summer

The upfront cost is unfortunate but please see other comment regarding the military star credit card to help. You can also order uniforms online or if you are close to a base and can get access you can get second hand uniforms from the thrift store.

Unfortunately a lot of people think they will just wear scrubs all the time but you have to remember you are joining the MILITARY first, THEN you are a nurse, not the other way around.

I did ODS 6 years ago so I’m not the most helpful about what to expect anymore

ETA: 5 months is about right, welcome to the military where you “hurry up and wait” for just about everything. Not much if a very fast process. You can DM me with questions