Admissions
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Eligibilty Qualifications
Individuals who possess the following qualifications are eligible to apply for admission to ALMBS:
- Member of the male enrollment of the current junior class;
- 2.75 grade point average (GPA) or higher on a four-point scale;
- Good personal character, ensuring he will effectively represent himself and uphold the esteem of his local school/community;
- Never attended an American Legion Boys State program previously; and
- Citizen of West Virginia OR attend a high school in West Virginia.
All dates are preferred. ALMBS will continue working with public schools, private schools, and homeschool communities until all available slots are filled.