What type of star is worn on a ribbon for the fourth awarding?

For the fourth awarding of a specific ribbon, the correct insignia to be worn is one silver star. In the context of NJROTC and military awards, the convention for representing multiple awards is that each subsequent award is indicated by stars. A silver star is used to denote the fourth award, as it represents five individual awards.

On the other hand, a bronze star typically signifies the first, second, or third award levels. Specifically, one bronze star represents the first award, and if a cadet were to receive a second award, they would wear another bronze star, followed by a second bronze star for the third award. The transition to a silver star occurs at the fourth award level, indicating an accumulation of achievements.

This system of using bronze and silver stars is standardized so that they are easily differentiable and ensure that the recognition of each level of achievement is clear and understood within the NJROTC and broader military context.