Carey Scholar Program Submission Form

Recommendation Letter Submissions

Please attach letters of recommendation here. The preferred file type is PDF.
Admissible recommendations are from individuals without familial relation to the student.

Essay Submission

Please attach essay here. The preferred file type is PDF.

Video Submission

Please upload your video essay to YouTube, Vimeo, or Loom. Set your video to "private" with "no comments" so only individuals with the link can view your video. Copy and paste the URL to the video in the field below.

Statement of Affirmation and Understanding:

Please provide your digital signature if you agree with the following statement.

I affirm that the information in this form was not produced by artificial intelligence and the work is my own.

I also affirm the recommendations provided were not written by myself or members of my family.

I agree to submit a FAFSA application to WCU, code 002447, for Fall 2025.
(The FAFSA application is tentatively scheduled to open on or before December 1, 2024, per the U.S. Department of Education.)

I understand if I am offered one of the fifteen Carey Scholar program seats, I must submit a $300 nonrefundable seat deposit and register for classes at the March registration event, Carey Bound, to finalize my placement in the Carey Scholar Program. I also understand if I do not do so, I will forfeit my Carey Scholar award and program placement.

I agree to reach out to Dr. David Lowery before withdrawing my form submission or, if applicable, my selection to the program.