To be considered for a possible nomination, a student must read all guidelines carefully and
complete all of the steps below prior to November 30.  Please send all completed materials to:
    
                                                    Office of U.S. Congressman Raúl Labrador
                                                    Attn: Lisa Anderson
                                                    33 East Broadway, Suite 251
                                                    Meridian, Idaho 83642

All completed applications must be postmarked by November 30, 2011.  No exceptions will be made.

Materials:

1.        Letter Requesting Nomination – Submit a letter to U.S. Congressman Raúl
           Labrador requesting a nomination. This must be written in a formal business
           format.

2.        Application for Nomination – Return the completed Application for
           nomination.

3.         Resume – Provide a detailed listing of your academic, community service,
            Extracurricular activities, athletic activities, and any other notable
            accomplishments.

4.        Essay – Compose an essay of no more than 500 words, which provides insight
           into why you desire to attend a Service Academy and why you would be a good
           candidate for admission. This essay must be separate and distinct from your
           letter.

5.         Photo – Attach a recent photo to your completed application (does not have to
            be a professional photo).

6.         Letters of Recommendation – Submit at least three letters of recommendation
            from individuals unrelated to you, who can assess your intellect, character, and
            suitability for military service.  One from a teacher, principal, school administrator,
            guidance counselor, or academic dean with accompanying recommendation form;
            one from an employer or extracurricular faculty advisor; and one from a person
            of your choice. These letters may be given to you in sealed envelopes with their
            signature across the seal or they may be sent directly to our office at the above
            address.

7.         Official Transcripts – Submit a copy of your official transcripts and school
            disciplinary file (if applicable) to be sent directly from your high school
            (or college) to the above address.

8.         Standardized Test Results – Have your scores sent directly from the testing
             services to the above address or use our office’s reporting codes: ACT-code
             7371; SAT-code 5460.  If your standardized test score is notated on your
             transcript that will suffice.