Photostream

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Academy Green Club Service Learning Project

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Homecoming 2009

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Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson Lecture

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Life, More Life!

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Birds of a Feather

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Halloween Party

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Apply for the Class of 2012

Apply for the Class of 2011

The Gatton Academy Admissions Profile for the Class of 2012 is now available online. This year will mark the first time the application will be completed fully online. We look forward to the new system as a better way to keep you informed of your progress throughout the selection process. All application materials must be submitted online or postmarked no later than February 15, 2010. There are no exceptions to this deadline. Please prepare your packet in a timely manner and provide teachers, counselors, and other adults preparing letters of recommendation plenty of advanced notice to assure a quality letter as well as thoughtful consideration. If you plan to take the ACT or SAT this year, consider doing so in October, November, or December. The Gatton Academy advises applicants to test prior to January if possible.

Ready to get started? Click here to learn more.

Attend a Preview Weekend or Information Session

Preview Weekend
In order to allow students and parents the opportunity to experience the Gatton Academy living/learning environment, the Gatton Academy is pleased to announce that preview days will be held in Fall 2009 and Winter 2010.  Middle and high school students and their families are invited to attend Preview Days to tour Schneider Hall, speak with Gatton Academy students, their parents, and staff while experiencing life within the Gatton Academy community.  The Preview Day session begins at 10:00 a.m. and concludes at 2:00 p.m. Please RSVP no later than the Thursday before a Preview Day.

Saturday, September 26, 2009
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Saturday, January 30, 2010

Information Sessions
To learn more about the Gatton Academy in your local area, check out our list of Community Information Sessions.  This fall, we’ll conduct 15 sessions across Kentucky.  Information sessions allow prospective students and their families the opportunity to speak with Academy representatives without traveling to Bowling Green.

View Important Admissions Dates and Deadlines

Staff

The Gatton Academy Staff works closely with students to ensure success

The staff of the Gatton Academy work closely alongside students to ensure both academic and social success. The offices for the Gatton Academy are located on the first floor of Schneider Hall, ensuring students close contact each day with staff members. Each student wing features a residential counselor. RCs are full-time staff members responsible for providing supervision and support to Academy students in Schneider Hall's living/learning environment.

Meet the Gatton Academy Staff

Atypical High School

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The Gatton Academy is not a typical high school. This new :30 commercial spot highlights the program recognized as one of 16 "Public Elite" American high schools. Learn more about our atypical approach to education at www.wku.edu/academy.

View the Academy Admissions Video

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There’s nothing quite like experiencing the unique environment of the Gatton Academy first hand. For that, we host several Preview Weekends throughout the fall and winter. As you begin to explore the Academy as an educational opportunity, why not check out our admissions video? Gatton Academy students and staff members share their experiences with the program as we outline academics, student life, research, and admissions.

Visit the Gatton Academy

Schneider HallThe Gatton Academy welcomes prospective students, parents, and educators to explore the infinite possibilities our living/learning environment affords outstanding high school students. You are welcome to arrange a campus visit by telephoning our office at 270.745.6565.
Directions to WKU Campus / Schneider Hall
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Contact

The Gatton Academy
1906 College Heights Blvd. #71031
Bowling Green, KY 42101-1031
Phone: 270.745.6565
Fax: 270.745.2987
Email: academy@wku.edu