2022 Governor's School- Applications for the 2022 Governor's School are now available.

Current Sophomores and Juniors are eligible to apply

Step 1: Complete the Intent to Enroll form HERE

Step 2: Download/print and complete an application from the Gov School website for each Gov School to which you will apply. If applying to Sciences and Engineering, see Mrs. Bast ASAP to start the nomination process.

Step 3: Bring the "Student Achievement Info" and "Counselor/Admin Verfication" forms to Mrs. Bast as soon as possible!

Deadlines to submit applications to Mrs. Bast:

Gov School for the Arts: November 19, 2021

All other Gov Schools: January 6, 2022

Do you need help submitting the FAFSA? There are three more FAFSA Help Nights scheduled: November 4, December 9 and January 6.They will be in the library from 5-7 PM and you should expect it to take about an hour to complete. Bring a laptop, copy of 2020 income tax return, and social security numbers.

COLLEGES VISITING WEST

•  Students should sign up on their SCOIR account to attend.

October 26- South College

November 3- TN Technological University

November 9- Maryville College

November 15- University of Alabama

December 2- Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics (Virtual Visit)

Volunteer Opportunity for TN Promise students and anyone needing service hours: Volunteer at the Fantasy of Trees, November 24-28. To volunteer, go HERE

Young Williams Animal Center is looking for volunteers. You must be 16 years old. To apply go HERE

Senior Postsecondary Night-Unable to attend on September 1? You can view the information HERE

Writing a Personal Statement/Essay: The College Essay Guy is a great and FREE resource to help students draft their college essay. Watch this great Back To School College Essay webinar Essay Webinar

SENIOR POSTSECONDARY NIGHT-Join us in the library on September 1, 2021 for an overview of applying to college. The program will begin at 5:30 PM, however, UTK and Pellissippi admissions representatives will be set up outside of the library to answer your questions beginning at 5 PM. Can't be there? The videos below may give you some helpful information.

The College Application

Admission Decision Plans

Holistic Review of Applications

College Essays

College-Specific Essays

Financial Aid

The West High College & Career YouTube channel includes videos for students and parents around a variety of topics. Check back often for new videos! WHS College & Career YouTube

College Admissions Professionals: We are using SCOIR to schedule in-person visits with our students. Please schedule your visit through SCOIR HERE