United States Code Title 14 — Coast Guard

§ 301. Grades and ratings

§ 301.

(a)

In the Coast Guard, there shall be—

(1)

admirals (two);

(2)

vice admirals;

(3)

rear admirals;

(4)

rear admirals (lower half);

(5)

captains;

(6)

commanders;

(7)

lieutenant commanders;

(8)

lieutenants;

(9)

lieutenants (junior grade);

(10)

ensigns;

(11)

chief warrant officers;

(12)

cadets;

(13)

warrant officers; and

(14)

enlisted members.

(b)

Enlisted members shall be distributed in ratings established by the Secretary.