Congratulations! You have been chosen to attend Alabama Governor’s School. This year’s Alabama Governor’s School will be held June 18-30, 2023. During this time, you will have the opportunity to truly experience college life and take away memories that will last forever. This program is designed to give you the best two weeks possible. The seminars offered are both challenging and fun, the lessons you learn will benefit you for life, and the friendships you make will last long after you leave the program.

Calendar

The AGS 2023 Calendar is currently being finalized. It will take place June 18-30. View the 2022 schedule to become familiar with the basic outline of the daily schedule. The 2023 will vary slightly and will be posted as soon as details are confirmed.

View the Calendar

Acceptance Checklist

With your acceptance, you will receive an email with links to the following forms:

  • Personal Information Form
  • Seminar Preference Form
  • Covenant of Conduct
  • Health Form
  • Transportation Permission and Release
  • Color Photograph
  • Tuition Payment Form

Please note: Your acceptance packet will not be processed until all forms and tuition are submitted online.

Packing List

Necessary

  • Pillow
  • Twin Sheets
  • Toiletries
  • Blanket
  • Towels
  • Wash Cloths
  • Alarm Clock
  • Notebook
  • Pens/Pencils
  • Washing Detergent
  • Toilet Paper
  • 3 Sets of Formal Clothing
    Men: khakis/nice shirt; jacket/sport coat; Women: summer dress or skirt/blouse
  • Casual Clothing for Classes (specific classes may have a required dress code, ask teacher for details (ex: Health Care))
  • Athletic Wear and Closed Toe Shoes for Recreation
  • Tacky Tourist Clothes for Farewell Dance
  • $20 Key Deposit
  • Money for Outings
  • Great Attitude

Recommended

  • Snacks*
  • Drinks*
  • Swimsuit
  • Clothing for the Tacky Tourist Dance
  • Drawstring Bag/Backpack
  • An item (such as an instrument, if necessary) for use in the AGS talent show
  • Trash Bags

*some residence halls will not have refrigerators or microwaves

Parents

Congratulations! Your child has been selected to attend this year’s session of the Alabama Governor’s School. This is a wonderful opportunity for your rising junior or senior to experience college life. Your student will live on campus, sleep in residence halls, and eat in the university cafeteria. Students from previous year’s programs have loved their time here and we are confident that your student will as well. Information you need to complete your student’s acceptance can be found on this website. We welcome you to attend the opening and closing ceremonies with your student. If you need contact information or directions, please go to the “Contact AGS” page.

Thank you for allowing your student to be a part of Alabama Governor’s School. We look forward to making your student’s time here the best possible.