Rising 9th graders and current High School Students Application forms:
General Requirements (All high school programs)
Rising 9th grader and City of Norfolk resident
Positive attendance and discipline history*
Strong standardized test scores (must pass all 7th grade SOLs to be considered)
Two positive teacher recommendations (Math and English)
School counselor recommendation
*Extenuating circumstances may be considered. The application includes space for explanations of extenuating circumstances, as needed.
Program-Specific Requirements
Minimum “C” average in 7th grade and first two-quarters of 8th grade required
Interview and essay (invitations for qualifying students will be sent after the initial online application is reviewed)
Prior to beginning the program, students must:
Have a current sports physical
Attend Summer Orientation Camp (Summer 2025)
Maintain acceptable standards of academic achievement and an academic standing that warrants at least normal progression leading to graduation.
Completing ALL assignments including homework, projects, and class activities.
Maintain minimum overall GPA of 2.8 or better.
Maintain acceptable ALMS standards of personal conduct and accountability.
Comply with specified ALMS personal grooming standards.
Maintaining a 95% or better class attendance rate.
Participating in ALMS Cadet activities
Participating in Community Service events
Maintaining NJROTC/ALMS personal grooming standards and dress code, including:
- Wearing the NJROTC uniform one day per week and the ALMS Unit T-shirt on designated Physical Training Days.