Student Requirements

1. Completed application form and fee

This form provides the College with basic personal information. You will be required to answer two questions about your faith and perspective on classical education. The $25 application fee may be mailed or paid via Stripe. Upon enrollment, this fee is credited toward tuition. The fee is waived for students who apply before December 1.

The College recommends that students confirm enrollment by National Candidates Reply Date (May 1).
The application fee increases to $35 after May 1.

2. Transcripts

All high school transcripts from all schools attended, through completion of junior year.  Upon acceptance, all transcripts from all schools (including other colleges) must be received. The successful completion of senior year in high school is required for admittance. You may upload transcripts here or mail hard copies directly to the College. Applicants should have a  minimum 3.0 GPA.

3. Test scores for the standardized tests

Upload a copy of your CLT, ACT, or SAT score.
Note: New Aberdeen’s median score for admitted students is 95 (CLT), 29 (ACT), and 1330(SAT).

To Submit your scores to New Aberdeen College:
1. Log into your CLT account and scroll down to “Past Performance”.
2. Click the “Share” button under the score you wish to send.
3. Select desired colleges from the dropdown menu.
4. To share with a college or school not listed, enter the email address under “Other Colleges, Admissions, School Administrators.”

4. Pastoral Reference Letter

Submit a pastoral reference letter with a brief survey that addresses spiritual maturity from a pastor, elder, or other non-family member in spiritual oversight. The letter should address such issues as Christian character, church involvement, and potential for success at college. To upload the letter, please click here.

5. Interview

Once the College receives the other required admissions materials, the Admissions Committee interviews all prospective students who meet the academic criteria.