Each school system or private school is assigned a nomination quota based on the average daily attendance of its 10th and 11th grades. Transcripts, and records, nomination forms, endorsements and other pertinent information are submitted to substantiate the nominations. The number of students selected in each instructional area is determined by the ratio of applicants in that area to the total number of applications received. GHP instructors are among the most qualified high school and college teachers. They are chosen according to their experience and recommendations.
Students also select a minor area outside their major area of study.
These include all the major instructional areas. All performing groups are open to the entire student body. Orchestra, band, chorus and theatre productions include representatives from all major areas. Students attend the program on the campus of Valdosta State University in Valdosta. While time schedules vary, the following is similiar to the schedule students will experience.