STEP 1: Write your Essay

• 300-500 words
• Choose any one of the 2025-26 Common App essay prompts #1-7 only
• Must integrate God and the Bible into the essay
• Save to PDF format and label as follows: Last name, first initial, Essay. ex  SmithJEssay.pdf 
• You will upload the Essay file on the application form.

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STEP 2: Complete the Activity Worksheet

• Download the Activity Worksheet template
• Complete all applicable sections.
• Save to PDF format and label as follows: Last name, first initial, Activities. ex  SmithJActivities.pdf 
• You will upload the worksheet file to the application form.

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STEP 3: Request two (2) letters of recommendation

• Two (2) letters from teachers or administrators from your current school (on school letterhead)
• The teachers or administrators should deliver letters to your school’s Guidance Counselor, who will send them to NACS on your behalf.

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STEP 4: Gather Information for the Application

• Personal info
• Current GPA
• Highest college entrance exam scores
• PSAT/NMSQT Selection Score (if applicable)
• Colleges you may attend
• Majors/minors you may pursue
• Professions you may pursue
• Essay
• Activity Worksheet

STEP 5: Complete the Application

APPLICATION LINK WILL REMAIN OPEN THROUGH January 31, 2026.

You must use the password provided in the nomination e-mail to gain access to the application form.