after the list of ncsas for the upcoming year is published, interested cadets must file their application online at civil air patrol's e-services website. cadets have until the 15th of january to file their applications. if a cadet wishes to attend more than one ncsa, the cadet should indicate each activity he or she wishes to attend, and rank them in order from highest to lowest. cadets should indicate any activity in which they wish to participate, even if the dates overlap.