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Are you ready to contribute to something bigger than yourself?

Then join the President's Leadership Program!

Every fall, approximately 350 freshmen from all over the United States are admitted to the President's Leadership Program (PLP). These students have exhibited leadership characteristics in their schools, churches and communities. Some may have never thought of themselves as leaders but want to learn and challenge themselves.

To apply to the President's Leadership Program:

• Submit your application to the University and indicate your interest in the President's Leadership Program on page 2 of the CNU Supplement.
• If you have previously applied to CNU but did not indicate your interest in the PLP on page 2 of the CNU Supplement, complete the application to the President's Leadership Program.
• Students will be selected on the basis of academic achievement. Most applicants present a minimum GPA of 3.5 and 1200 SAT (Critical Reading and Math) or 27 on the ACT.
• If chosen as a finalist, you will be contacted for a personal interview.
• Students invited to a President's Leadership & Honors Visit Day will be extended an interview during their visit.

All applications and supporting materials should be sent to the Office of Admissions, 1 University Place, Newport News, VA 23606-2998.

If accepted, you must attend the Leadership Adventure, a mandatory orientation program on the CNU campus during the summer.