How to Apply

The first step to applying to GSE is to be sure you meet the proper qualifications. Please click on the Qualifications link on the main GSE page.

 The application to GSE is in three parts: an online form, a paper form, and a 60-90-second video uploaded to YouTube.  Read the following directions carefully before proceeding.


NOTE: All parts of the application are to be submitted no later than February 28.

Part I asks for specific demographic information, and gives you the opportunity to answer a few questions on line. Once you have completed and submitted Part I, print the verification page, fill in your name, and make it Page 1 of the paper packet. To print from the Windows environment, simply press CTRL-P; from the Apple environment, COMMAND -P.

Part II, the paper copy, requires signatures and initials of both the applicant and a  parent/guardian. Simply print it, fill in your name, and sign in the appropriate places.

•  Provide a letter of recommendation from one of your teachers as well as an  official transcript. .  Teachers should write their letters on school letterhead using a 12-point Roman or Arial font. The use of fancy, italicized fonts is strongly discouraged. Writers should speak candidly about your work, skills, desires, strengths, weaknesses, and the ability to work in groups This letter shall be stapled directlafter the transcript.

•  At least three weeks ahead of time, ask your principal for a letter of recommendation.  This letter shall be the last page of your application. It needs to be only a short statement that you are a responsible school citizen, but principals are very busy and may have several letters to write for students for scholarships and other summer opportunities. Be considerate.

• Pay careful attention to the parent/student signature page. If you have questions about the residency and no-visitation requirements, you may direct them to cheryl.keffer@k12.wv.us

• Complete the rest of the form, print it and take it to your counselor with the pages in order. The counselor will attach the necessary school records, paper clip the application, and return it to you. Please remind your counselor that your Social Security number is NOT to be sent with your transcript. 

• It is your responsibility to mail the application, postmarked no later than February 28. It is not necessary to spend extra money for overnight or rush delivery.  It is the postmark that counts.

Part III--the video.  These instructions are lengthy so they are in a separate link.  Click here.