American Legion Auxiliary
Tar Heel Girls State

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About ALATHGS

American Legion Auxiliary Tar Heel Girls State originated in 1940 to provide an opportunity to study and practice citizenship. For over 85 years, this program has served several thousand young leaders by deepening their sense of responsibilities as citizens and serving as a practical source of instruction in the structure and operation of state and local governments.
Tar Heel Girls State is the longest continuously running Girls State program in the country.
Rising seniors from across the state spend a week creating city government, political parties, and a state government. They elect officials, write and debate bills, create working governments and attend various workshops to prepare them for their senior year and college.

A junior in high school at the time of her selection.
Between the ages of 16 and 18 years.
Ranked in the top 1/3 of her class academically or have at least an unweighted GPA of 3.0.
A resident of North Carolina for a minimum of 1 year prior to their selection for the program and be attending high school in North Carolina.
A U.S. Citizen or a legal resident of the United States.
Mature individual capable of setting priorities and be in good physical condition to withstand the week's intense activities and demanding schedule. If there are concerns, please contact alathgs@gmail.com
Preference will be given to children of veterans of the U.S. Military. If you are stationed out of state, please reach out to us.

If selected, citizen must attend a virtual orientation session to be held in May 2027.