Western Carolina University-TS-Application Form 2

Project Discovery – Talent Search Application
Project Discovery-Talent Search is a federally funded TRIO program that provides academic and career guidance services in cooperation with your school. All information provided is confidential and used only to determine eligibility and provide services.

Once an application is submitted, our program will look to get a recommendation for the student to join the program from a school staff member and determine if there is space in the program for the student to join. Once your application is approved you will receive a letter welcoming the student into the program
- Student’s Name:
  
  First NameMiddle NameLast Name
- Preferred Name:
- Date of Birth (MM-DD-YYYY):
  
  MonthDayYear
  2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit yearDate
- Student Cell Number:
  (999)999-9999
- Mailing Address:
  
  Street Address
  
  Street Address Line 2
  
  CityState / Province
  
  Postal / Zip Code
- Student Email:
  example@example.com
- School Name:
- Current Grade:
- Student’s Race (Optional):
- Student’s Gender (Optional):
- Citizenship Status
- Is the student a U.S. citizen or legal resident of the U.S?
- If no, Alien Registration #:
- IMPORTANT: If not a U.S. citizen, documentation of permanent residency or proof of application must be provided.
- Student Needs Assessment
- Why are you joining Project Discovery – Talent Search?
- Commitment and Permission: I would like to participate and receive the FREE services of the Talent Search Program. I understand I must maintain at least a 2.0 GPA (“C” average), maintain good attendance, comply with behavior policies, and meet with my outreach counselor at least twice per semester. I understand failure to comply may result in dismissal. Talent Search is granted permission to verify financial aid, postsecondary enrollment, retention, and completion information.
  
  Media Release: I give permission to use my name, photograph, and audio/video recordings for editorial, promotional, recruitment, and educational purposes. I certify that all information above is true and accurate.
- Student Signature:
- Date
  
  MonthDayYear
  2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit yearDate
- Parent/Guardian Name:
  
  First NameLast Name
- Relationship to Applicant:
- Email Address
  example@example.com
- Cell Number:
  (999)999-9999
- Is this applicant (student) a ward of the court?
- If yes, please provide documentation.
  
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- What parts of TRIO would benefit the student?
- Project Discovery–Talent Search is a federally funded TRIO program. Eligibility is based on federal criteria including citizenship/residency, age/grade level, income guidelines, and parent education status.
  
  Parent Education Status
- Has the birth or legally adopted mother or father earned a 4-year college degree?
- Number of members in household:
- Income level based on taxable income:
- School Records Authorization: I authorize the Talent Search program to access my child’s permanent school records and other necessary information to determine eligibility and assist in achieving educational goals. Talent Search is granted permission to verify financial aid, postsecondary enrollment, retention, and completion information.
  
  Media Release: I give permission for the use of my child’s name, photograph, and audio/video recordings for editorial, promotional, recruitment, and educational purposes.
  
  I certify that the above information is true and accurate
- Parent/Guardian Signature:
- Date
  
  MonthDayYear
  2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit yearDate

Project Discovery – Talent Search Application