Admissions Process

We are currently accepting applications for Fall 2023. You can begin your application HERE.

ENTRANCE EXAM (HSPT) MAY 6th, 2023 

NWC uses the HSPT or SSAT (school code 5412) for proper academic placement. The exam will be administered at NWC in-person. To reserve your seat for the exam, create an admissions account and complete the online application. Your seat will only be reserved once you finish the application form and submit the payment. NWC accommodates extended time for students who qualify. 

All applicants must submit an essay along with their application. We are looking for an essay that will help us know you better as a person and as a student.  Please write an essay on a topic of your choice (no more than 500 words). We recommend typing it in Word or Google Docs, and then pasting it into the box on the application.

• Teacher (1)
  • Any teacher from your current school who you currently have, or had your previous school year. This form is sent electronically via the online application. If you would like to send a PDF copy, click here.
• School Counselor (1)
  • ​​​If your child does not have a school counselor, the form should be submitted to the school principal or another administrator.This form is sent electronically via the online application. If you would like to send a PDF copy, click here.

• Using the RECORD RELEASE FORM, please ask your school to submit your official transcript for academic years 2020-2021, 2021-2022, and your quarter or mid-year grades for 2022-2023. We would also like to receive any standardized test results your school has such as the SBAC or Iowa Test scores for 9th grade applicants, and PSAT scores for transfer applicants.
• Applicants who have a 504 Plan, IEP, ICEP, or receive any type of accommodations, must submit a copy of their plan and testing prior to the application deadline.

Interviews are required on an as needed basis.