• LCSE APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

    To apply to the LCSE program at Norview High School, students must:

    • be a rising 9th grader living in Norfolk, VA.
    • successfully complete or be currently enrolled in Geometry*, 1 year of a Foreign Language, and either Biology or Earth Science (honors level is preferred) for high school credit.  *Geometry is preferred, Alg. 1 is the minimum math required.
    • earned a 3.0+ GPA in Math and Science, and an overall GPA of 2.75+.
    • have a clean Discipline History.
    • obtain four positive teacher recommendations.
    • submit their completed application to their middle school counselor by January 31, 2022.  
    • successfully pass the LCSE Entrance Exam scheduled Saturday, March 26, 2022 from 9 - 11:45 AM at NHS.
    • submit a well written essay (this will be completed onsite, during the LCSE exam in March)

    In addition, students should:

    • have a strong interest in Science, Technology, Engineering and/or Math.
    • be interested in developing and applying leadership skills.
    • be interested in becoming highly prepared for college.
    • expect to be held to a higher standard.
    • like to be challenged.

    Other pertinent information:

    • Select students are required to pass an entrance test in Math  (Algebra I) and Science (Reading Comprehension/Application). Students also complete a required essay during this time. NOTE: Not all students who apply will be invited to test. There is a minimum passing test score requirement prior to final selection.
    • LCSE selects up to 50 students in the order of highest test and essay scores plus their initial application score.
    • Incoming LCSE students must meet with the LCSE Program Manager, along with a parent, to review program expectations and scheduling (April/May).
    • Students attend a four-day, free LCSE Summer Orientation Camp at NHS in mid-August.

    Download the Application: Thank you for your interest in the LCSE program!  The common High School Specialty Program application is available on the NPS website. Please indicate which program(s) you are applying for at the bottom of the application. All completed applications should be turned into your school guidance counselor by the end of January, 2022.