For Newcomers

INFORMATION FROM ARMY UNIVERSITY (LINK HERE)

CGSOC

Is a ten-month resident course to develop highly competent and professional field grade General Staff Officers with the warfighting, historical, leadership, and decision-making expertise to enable Army combined arms formations to successfully execute multi-domain unified land operations in contested environments against peer threats. The course is taught in three phases: Common Core, Advanced Operations Course, and Electives phase. All parts of this course are challenging and taught at the graduate level.

While a student at CGSC it is highly recommended that you bring your own device and take advantage of the Army Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) program. To confirm whether your device meets the minimum system requirements for compatibility and to sign-up as a new user, please visit https://aka.ms/GoArmyAVD. 

REPORTING INFORMATION

Early Reporting

US Army Officers Requesting Early Reporting (Prior to 30 June) must receive written permission to sign into CGSOC prior to the reporting date on your PCS orders. To request early reporting, you must submit a written request, (via email) to your branch manager. Requests must include the following information: Name, Rank, Branch, SSN, CGSOC class date, requested report date, current duty station and mailing address, DEROS (if applicable), current phone number, current email, and rationale for requesting early report.  Each request is evaluated on an individual basis. Reporting early subjects you to duty with an activity located at Fort Leavenworth as directed by the Commander, Combined Arms Center. For more information, please contact usarmy.leavenworth.tradoc.mbx.armyu-cgsc-ussd@army.mil   

Regular Reporting

DO NOT REPORT EARLY UNLESS COORDINATED THROUGH YOUR BRANCH MANAGER AND AUTHORIZED BY THE USSD COMMANDER. REPORT DATES WILL BE FOUND ON YOUR IPPS-A PCS ORDER FOR CGSOC. There are a limited number of houses and transportation carriers available per week. CGSS is one of the largest moving bodies in the Army and we use carriers from multiple states to stay on top of the need. Housing assignments are determined in advance and not by first come, first served basis. Arrive when you are scheduled or when the on-post housing office gives you a date if planning to live on-post. If living off-post, arrive in accordance with orders and/or leave plans associated with off-post housing lease agreement. There will be plenty of time while you in-process with CGSS to take care of personal and administrative matters. In the event of an unforeseen life changing event, early or late reporting requires coordination with your branch manager at HRC.

Garrison will be using a phased arrival for those reporting to CGSC using the following timeline. Report dates can be found on your IPPS-A PCS order for CGSOC.

• ACS -- 06JUN25 – 03JUL25    

• IMS -- 16JUN25                   

• USAF/USN/USMC/USCG/USSF -- 12JUN25 – 30JUN25

• IA/APC -- 23JUN25 – 06JUL25

• ARSOF -- 27JUN25-07JUL25   

• Army Group 1 -- 30JUN25 – 03JUL25

• Army Group 2 -- 07JUL25 – 11JUL25

• Army Group 3 -- 14JUL25 – 18JUL25

When you are directed to report (report date found on PCS orders), you will go to the third floor (when walking into the Lewis and Clark building you will be on the second floor). Follow the signs to US Student Detachment (USSD). Report in your APFUs, (height / weight and tape will be conducted while in-processing with USSD) have a copy of your orders and absence request from IPPS-A, along with a copy of your last DA705 (current within the last 12 months) available when reporting to USSD.

Please note student parking is in the far South parking lot (tree/creek separation). Parking in a closer lot will cause you to be illegally parked and possibly ticketed. Do not park in areas labeled “F-Hang Tag Parking” or “Red F Tag Parking”.

HOUSING INFORMATION

You will find information for your housing needs, such as how to apply, how homes are assigned, and important dates for family and bachelor housing with Fort Leavenworth Frontier Heritage Communities. Please visit their website at: https://www.ftleavenworthfamilyhousing.com for information and applications for both family housing and bachelor housing. To be part of the Automated Student Housing Assignment Run you must apply by 12MAY25, applications received after this date will be placed on the wait list. To apply, submit your completed application along with a copy of your official PCS orders. Applications can be submitted in person, by mail, or via email to fhcstudent@tmo.com. You may also call the housing office at 913-682-6300.

K-12 SCHOOL INFORMATION

For information about schools in the Fort Leavenworth area please visit the following webpages:

Ft. Leavenworth USD 207 website at www.usd207.org

Leavenworth USD 453: www.usd453.org

Lansing USD 469: www.usd469.net

FOR SISTER SERVICE QUESTIONS

· All U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force students: Contact the Air Force Element at 913-684-3424 (DSN 552).

· All U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard students must contact the U.S. Navy Element at 520-669-4068 (DSN 552)

· U.S. Marine Corps students contact the MCELM Deputy Director at 913-684-4552 (DSN 552-4552)

· All Interagency (Civilian) students must contact the Interagency Student Division Chief at 913-684-3984 (DSN 552).

· All International Officers should have already been given contact information to International Military Student Division (IMSD).

MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS

All US ARMY Officers attending CGSOC at Fort Leavenworth, KS must be Fully Medically Ready (FMR) before starting their CGSOC experience to maximize Soldier availability for class participation. Go to https://medpros.mods.army.mil/portal/ and ensure all FMR Indicators are GREEN before you arrive at Fort Leavenworth. If you are not stationed on a military post, this will require coordination with the closest Medical Treatment Facility (MTF) or via TRICARE, situation dependent.

Additional specific medical instructions will be published in follow-up class letters prior to your arrival.

**Special notes:

1. Periodic Health Assessment (PHA) – You must complete a NEW annual PHA AFTER 15 April 2025. Go to https://rc.mods.army.mil/MHA/ to complete the soldier portion of the assessment, then follow up with your local MTF to complete the Part 2 assessment.

2. Part 2 PHA’s may also be completed via the VIPRR clinic virtually (844-863-3236) if you are not stationed at or near an MTF.

PRIOR TO ARRIVAL

Please Note: CGSOC selectees, having a valid ATRRS (Army Training Requirements and Resources System) reservation will receive an email, through your A365 account (address listed on your ATRRS account profile), from the U.S. Student Detachment in Mid-March. Administrative data provided will contain information and instructions to aid in the completion of the online Student Record Form (Online Student Registration), prerequisite information, and important information needed to make your transition to Ft. Leavenworth as seamless as possible. Access to the CGSOC online registration requires an AKO login. You MUST arrive at Ft. Leavenworth with a valid CAC ID and an A365 email account.

A current Secret security clearance is required for this course. Certain electives require a Top-Secret clearance and SIPR token.

SIPR Tokens. Students should arrive at Fort Leavenworth with SIPRNET PKI tokens (aka NSS Tokens or SIPR Cards). SIPRNET tokens allow for “smart card” login to SIPRNET. Some CGSOC courses require student use of SIPRNET assets, a SIPR token is required to access any Army SIPRNET computer. Users should request a token through their local G6/S6 or local Network Enterprise Center (NEC) before they depart their current duty station. DO NOT delay processing of requests for NSS tokens these can take up to two months to process from request submittal to card issuance. If you arrive without a SIPR token, you may not have time to receive one and will miss out on some elective courses offered.

UNIFORMS. Students need to arrive with a full complement of required uniforms to include PT, Dress (including Class B), and OCP uniforms. It is important to have the appropriate apparel for cold weather for each type of uniform, particularly - Class B winter items due to the limited availability at Ft. Leavenworth, personal procurement must be completed at your current duty station. 

CONTACT INFORMATION

U.S. Student Detachment via email at:

usarmy.leavenworth.tradoc.mbx.armyu-cgsc-ussd@army.mil

PLEASE NOTE: We ask that you limit your inquiries to questions related to your pending permanent change of station and save your academic questions until after you arrive.

IN-PROCESSING- All Personnel Assigned to: USA CAC FT LEAV (W0VPAA) FT LEAVENWORTH KS 66027. YOU MUST REPORT TO THE COMBINED ARMS CENTER G-1 (CAC-G1) on a regular duty day or during regular duty hours: 201 Augur Ave, Fuller Hall, Bldg. 119, FT Leavenworth, KS 66027

POC: 913-684-7892 or 913-684-2020

• CAC In-Processing
• MEDDAC In-Processing
• DENTAC In-Processing
• 15th MP Brigade In-Processing
• MCTP In-Processing

IN-PROCESSING AFTER DUTY HOURS

Non-Duty Hours Staff Duty Officer: 913-290-0888

Garrison Headquarters
290 Grant Avenue

Single Soldier Quarters
401 Cody Road
(913) 684-4465

REASSIGNMENTS/ LEVY BRIEF (HERE)

INSTALLATION ACCESS- Visit the ID/DEERS office to issue/replace the Common Access Card (CAC) and Uniformed Services ID Card for authorized employees and family members. Enroll/update authorized customers information in the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS).

LODGING- On-base lodging is available through the IHG Hotel, please visit the website for available dates and rates.

FRONTIER HERITAGE COMMUNITIES ⚠ - Privatized, on-base housing for Active Duty Soldiers, DoD Civilians, DOJ, and Retirees. Applications can be found here ⚠

HOUSING ISSUES-The HOUSING OVERSIGHT OFFICE  advocates for the residents of privatized, on-post housing and provides local command leadership with visibility and tracking of tenant issues.

OFF-BASE HOUSING- The HOUSING SERVICES OFFICE (OFF-BASE) provides service for service members and families living off the installation. Additional homes can found found on Homes.mil , a DoD website designed to connect Service members and their Families with community housing rental listings located near U.S. military bases.

MUNSON ARMY HEALTH CLINIC ⚠ Munson Army Health Center provides compassionate, efficient and highly reliable health care to enable Soldier readiness and health promotion to all beneficiaries.

Munson Army Health Center (MAHC) serves Fort Leavenworth community and our beneficiary population in the greater Kansas City area. Munson continues to evolve and reorganize to meet our mission of achieving Soldier readiness. 

Munson provides core services to all beneficiaries through a primary care practice supported by Pharmacy, Laboratory and Radiology services. Our Mental Health team has expanded and can accommodate Active Duty Soldiers, family members and retirees.

Munson's Physical Therapy department encompass Chiropractic Services (AD only), Occupational Therapy, Dry Needling Therapy, and Pelvic Floor Therapy under the umbrella term of Rehabilitation Services. Munson also provides optometry and hearing exams (AD only). All our immunizations are Walk-In in Primary Care (3rd Floor). This does not include travel vaccinations and COVID vaccines. For Travel and COVID vaccines, call our appointment line at (913) 684-6250.

USAJOBS is a U.S. government website that allows job-seekers to search and apply for federal jobs. Check out Fort Leavenworth's employment opportunities (HERE)⚠

EMPLOYMENT READINESS PROGRAM offers resources to help with your career plan and job search. All DoD ID cardholders, to include: military spouses, retirees, veterans, active-duty service members, DoD civilians, active reserve, National Guard, and wounded warriors are welcome. 

USD-207 (ON-BASE)- Fort Leavenworth School District, USD 207 is a state of Kansas school district that consists entirely on USAG Fort Leavenworth. The district teaches preschool through 9th grade, with 9-12th graders eligible for enrollment in off-base school districts. For enrollment information visit HERE ⚠

NEARBY SCHOOL DISTRICTS For a map of nearby off-base school districts visit HERE

NEIGHBORING COMMUNITIES- (HERE) 

LAMP COMMUNITY ANSWERBOOK- (HERE) ⚠ "Dubbed the 'Best Hometown in the Army' and affectionately called 'Mayberry' by several residents, Fort Leavenworth is a welcoming community with activities and support for the whole family" (LAMP Answer Book).

RECREATION- Located next to the Missouri River and within short driving distance to Kansas City. FMWR offers an abundance of recreational activities year round.  

ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE (ACS) invites you into a world of education, opportunity and discovery while offering programs and services that promote self-reliance, resilience, and stability during war and peace. Programs include: Employment Readiness Program, Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP), Family Advocacy Program (FAP), Survivors Outreach Services (SOS), and more.

RELIGIOUS SUPPORT OFFICE provides religious, spiritual, moral and ethical advice and services to the Combined Arms Center, Garrison, tenant organizations, and members of the military community. We perform the free exercise of religion for Service members, their Families, Department of Defense Civilians, and other authorized personnel. (HERE)

SOCIAL MEDIA PAGES- Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Flickr ⚠- Connect with Fort Leavenworth on our official social media sites to stay up to date in the community!

FORT LEAVENWORTH LAMP NEWSPAPER- The Fort Leavenworth Lamp is an authorized publication for members of the U.S. Army. It has served the local community for over 50 years and is published weekly by the Fort Leavenworth Garrison Public Affairs Office, Fort Leavenworth, Kansas 66027, commercial telephone number 913-684-5267 (DSN prefix 552).

ALERT! MASS NOTIFICATION SYSTEM ✪ (HERE)- For military and civilian personnel or other personnel issued a Common Access Card. 

MY ARMY POST APP- To better educate and inform Soldiers and families about available services and programs, and provide reliable and timely information, the Army developed an upgraded, more user-friendly, and tailorable installation app. The My Army Post app is a user-focused tool designed to assist Soldiers, Army families, and garrison teams in better managing their installation activities This free app, which will be open to the public, covers a wide range of post-related topics, such as in-processing, visitor access, and on-post resources including housing, dining, fitness, transportation, financial support, health care, and youth services. Download on the Google Play ⚠ and the App Store ⚠