Dear Future Gunsmith - Pennsylvania Gunsmith School

 Dear Future Gunsmith:
Thank you for your interest in the Pennsylvania Gunsmith School’s
Master Gunsmithing Program™. We are pleased to enclose the
literature that you requested.
Deciding on your future is an important decision to make, and
Gunsmithing is an excellent choice. A quality education will last
you a lifetime, and we here at PGS are prepared to give you the
finest Gunsmithing education available today. If you love guns and
would like to work on them, this is the profession for you.
If you have any questions, please feel free to write or phone me at
(412) 766-1812. I look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely yours,
PENNSYLVANIA GUNSMITH SCHOOL
M. Thacker
Admissions Director
Enclosures
PGS – EDUCATION AT ITS BEST An Inside Look at PGS ...
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Introduction and Heat Treatment
Learning spatial perception
Forging and heat treatment
Filing and gauging to a close tolerance by hand
Chisel sharpening techniques
Photos by PGS graduate Guy Nelson
Simple metallurgy
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Bluing
Disassembly and Polishing
Firearm Function and Design
Bluing and Reassembly
Photos by PGS graduate Guy Nelson
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Stockmaking
Stock Inletting
Stock shaping and Fitting
Stock layout
Hand cut checkering
Handgun grips
Photos by PGS Graduate Guy Nelson
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Machine Tool Introduction
Action Wrench
Barrel Vise
Action Wrench Adapter
Bolt Plugs
Bolt Bending Fixture
Barrel Disassembly Bushings
Photos by PGS graduate Guy Nelson
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Custom Alterations
This 1911 semi-auto pistol is an optional
project in the final semester of the program. Other optional projects may include IPSC, cowboy or bowling pin handguns, silhouette, sniper, bench rest, black
powder muzzle loader or hunting rifles,
or skeet, trap or sporting clays shotguns.
This flexibility will allow the student
some discretion as to the direction they
want their training to take.
Beaver tail ambidextrous thumb safety,
skeletonized hammer & trigger, extended
slide release & inverted full guide rod.
Rails peened and lapped for custom fit.
A radius is cut for the Beaver Tail safety.
Oversized spherical bushing
fitted to slide
Photos by PGS graduate Guy Nelson
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Questions and Answers about PGS What are the Admissions requirements? A high school diploma or GED; students must be able to qualify for a FFL (Federal Firearms License), although procurement of this license is part of the post-­‐graduate employment or entrepreneurial process. Minimum age is 17 with parent/guardian approval. Those who love fine firearms and appreciate quality hand and machine work should apply. Previous experience is not necessary, only the desire to become a skilled craftsman. What is the class schedule? Monday through Friday, 8 am – 4:30 pm. Students are enrolled the first weekday of each month (except July and December). Is housing available? Many apartment buildings are within a short drive or walk from PGS. Avalon is a small community with shopping, restaurants, churches and schools, about five miles from downtown Pittsburgh. Can I visit PGS? PGS encourages visits to meet with staff, faculty and students, tour the shop, and answer questions about a career in Gunsmithing. Please call to schedule yours in advance. What are the faculty qualifications? Instructors must have at least three years of practical experience and are trained to teach Gunsmithing. They enjoy imparting knowledge to students, and many are avid hunters and shooters. Do you accept State Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) students? State aid is available in varying amounts to qualified students. PGS has successfully trained many VR students and is equipped to train the physically challenged. Contact your local Vocational Rehabilitation office. What about veterans education benefits? PGS is approved for all VA programs, including Post 9/11. Contact your local VA office for more information. Do you enroll students from other countries? Yes, we have trained students from many different countries. Contact us and the nearest American embassy for details on how to apply for a student VISA and other forms. What are the careers in Gunsmithing? With a thriving firearms industry, the demand for quality Gunsmithing services is steadily increasing. Existing shops and some retailers are hiring in-­‐house staff. (continued next column) Careers, Continued Private industry positions in manufacturing and related careers as a machinist, woodworker, metal refinisher or model builder provide additional career avenues. Many students choose to open their own gunshop upon graduation. While PGS does not guarantee placement, our staff will partner with students to help them land that first critical job. Directions to PGS: From the North: I-­‐79 South to Exit 66 -­‐ Emsworth/Sewickley Exit. Go south on Ohio River Blvd towards Emsworth. PGS is 3.5 miles away, on right side of the road. From the South: I-­‐79 North to Exit 66 – Emsworth/Sewickley exit. Follow above directions. From the West/Airport: Route 376 (towards Pittsburgh) to I-­‐79 North to Exit 66 -­‐Emsworth/Sewickley exit. Follow above directions. From the East: Take Turnpike/76 to Exit 28 (old exit 3) to I-­‐79 South to Exit 66 – Emsworth/Sewickley exit. Follow above. Pennsylvania Gunsmith School℠
Gainful Employment Disclosure Welcome to our Student Consumer Information page; we hope you find it helpful as you decide on a career and corresponding education. Please also schedule a visit to learn more about our school. This information is presented in compliance with new Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA) regulations. Master Gunsmithing Program™ O*Net Information (U.S. Dept. of Labor site) www.onetonline.org -­‐ Enter Gunsmith in the upper right “Occupation Quick Search” box. There is no specific Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) for Gunsmith at O*Net; the occupations are listed in rank order below as to relevance of the title, description, tasks and work activities associated with the keyword Gunsmith: SOC 49-­‐9099: Installation, Maintenance and Repair Workers, All Other SOC 51-­‐4081: Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic SOC 51-­‐4199: Metal Workers and Plastic Workers, All Other CIP Code (Classification of Instruction Programs; assigned by U.S. Dept. of Education): 47.0402 OPEID Code (Dept. of Education): 02330600 (postsecondary education identification code) Award: Diploma in the Master Gunsmithing Program™ with credentials as a Sporting Arms Ordnance Technician™ Program Length: 2500 clock hours of instruction (16 months total length; four instructional semesters). Costs: Tuition -­‐ $21,600 total for the four-­‐semester program. ($5400 per semester) Tools/Supplies: $6200 total (estimate); varies as to specific educational objectives for each semester. Total Program Costs: $21,600 + $6200 = $27,800 For the time period 7/1/2009 – 6/30/2010: Graduation Rate: 94% (Of 32 students who started, 30 completed the program.) On-­‐Time Completion Rate: 77% (Of 30 graduates, 23 completed on time and 7 had a leave of absence with a graduation date later than originally scheduled.) Placement Rate: 86% (25 of 29 graduates available for placement were verified as employed in the field or a related field). Title IV Median Loan Debt: 22 of the 30 students graduating had federal student loan debt, with the median being $16,300 ($188 per month for 120 payments; assumes student is paying the interest on unsubsidized loans while enrolled). Private Education Median Loan Debt: Of the 22 with federal student loan debt, 3 also had private loan debt, with the median being $20,400. Related Occupations: This program prepares students for employment as a Gunsmith, and occupations such as machinist, welder, metal worker, wood worker and other related fields. Calculation Information: Included in the calculation of the placement rate are all students who completed the program between 7/1/09 – 6/30/10; data is based on information reported to PGS by students or their employers. The Placement Director collects appropriate documentation to support reported rates; graduation and placement rates are reported to the PA Dept. of Education and ACCSC (Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges). Types of Positions: Graduates found positions as Gunsmiths (self-­‐employed or gunshop employee) or related fields such as firearms manufacturing or machining. Employment confirmation was compiled between student graduation date and date report was prepared; some students secured employment before graduation. The Placement Director makes every effort to document employment as soon as possible. When evaluating Gunsmithing Programs, be sure to compare -­‐-­‐ . Actual bench time working on firearms (PGS: 2500 total clock hours; intense hands-­‐on training at work benches most of the time.) . Graduation credential; if an Associate Degree, 25% of content could consist of general academic courses such as English and electives. (PGS: does not offer general academic courses.) . Costs, including the number of clock hours of actual Gunsmithing instruction, as well as tuition charges, to obtain an apples-­‐to-­‐apples comparison. (PGS: $21,600 ÷ 2500 clock hours = $8.64/hour) . Tool policies: do students leave with tools and supplies to begin their career, as well as custom firearms to share with customers and/or employers? (PGS: Students leave with all the tools and supplies they purchased, as well as an array of sample custom firearms to begin their career.) . Instructional philosophy: is the curriculum reviewed and modified to meet the needs of employers? (PGS: A Program Advisory Committee of employers and private gunsmiths meets twice yearly to assure our proprietary curriculum meets and exceeds the demands of employers.) For additional PGS Gainful Employment Disclosure information, visit url: www.pagunsmith.edu/overview.php Pennsylvania Gunsmith SchoolSM
Accredited by ACCSC (Accrediting Commission of Career Schools
and Colleges)
Member of the Pennsylvania Association of Private School
Administrators (PAPSA)
Member of the Association of Private Sector Colleges and
Universities (APSCU)
Member of the Better Business Bureau
Approved for Veterans Training (including Post 9/11)
State Vocational Rehabilitation Training Benefits
Participates in the federal Title IV grant and student and parent loan
programs (for those students who apply and qualify)
NRA Memberships include:
G. Robert Thacker: NRA Patron Member
Faculty: NRA Members and Life Members
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Several years ago, a Ukrainian professor at a local university visited PGS to tour the facility.
After the tour, I inquired why he was interested in a school that taught the art of
Gunsmithing. His answer started with a story of his escape from Russia.
At the height of the Cold War, no one was allowed to leave Russia. If you tried to escape you
did so at the peril of your life. He was one of the lucky ones who succeeded in escaping to
the Free World. He explained that the freedom he now has was worth the risk of losing his
life. However, the safety of his family in Russia remained a great concern for him. The
professor was working very hard at that time to have his family join him in the United States.
When the professor learned that there was a Gunsmithing school in the Pittsburgh area, it was
extremely important to him that he visit PGS. The existence of a school dedicated to teaching
Gunsmithing was a symbol of a free society. In Russia only a few smooth bore guns were
allowed and no citizen was ever allowed a gun with a rifled barrel. Only the KGB (Russian
Secret Police) was permitted guns with rifled barrels. To the professor, teaching Gunsmithing
exemplified an expression of the freedoms we have in the USA.
May we all recognize the freedoms we have and vigorously protect them from those who
would take them from us.
George R. Thacker, Director Emeritus
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Pennsylvania Gunsmith SchoolSM
Entering the career field of Gunsmithing with
The Premier “In-Depth Gunsmithing Curriculum”
Pennsylvania Gunsmith SchoolSM (PGS) was founded in 1949, to train the returning World
War II veterans who were desperately in need of work. At the start of the Korean Conflict, Mr.
George R. Thacker became Director of Education. He established a training institution that
has become a well respected Gunsmithing School, not only in the nation but internationally.
Students have enrolled from many states and foreign countries. They are from varied
backgrounds and have achieved a high level of success. Their occupations after graduation
range from independent Gunsmiths to CEOs of both firearm and non-firearm related
companies.
The reason for the highly successful Master Gunsmithing Program™ was due to Mr.
Thacker’s ability to modify and change program content to meet both the needs of employers
and the shooting public. A Program Advisory Committee consisting of employers and
independent Gunsmiths meets twice a year to discuss how the program addresses the needs
of the Gunsmithing industry. This assures our proprietary curriculum meets and exceeds the
demands of employers.
The PGS Mission is to help individuals achieve their career objectives through a progressive
Gunsmithing program by building skills in a planned and organized manner. Students will
reach their potential and become skilled craftsmen and women who utilize both their hands
and mind. Graduates will become employed as a direct result of the training program meeting
a growing need for servicing law enforcement, security personnel, hunters and sportsmen.
Mr. Thacker decided many years ago that the quality of training and personal contact with
each student has a direct correlation to employment potential. Today, PGS continues his
philosophy, maximizing each student’s learning potential through closely mentored training.
This picture shows an instructor
demonstrating how to properly
polish a receiver. Proper metal
preparation is the key to
success in rebluing firearms.
The Premier “In-Depth Gunsmithing Curriculum” at PGS
The Master Gunsmithing Program™ consists of four semesters containing 11 different
courses. Each course builds and prepares the student for the next course and semester.
Individual courses and descriptions are listed on a separate page. Each semester, course
and project have specific Gunsmithing goals and objectives. Those individual objectives all
work and point toward the “Income Producing Areas” of the career. This means that the
training is ALL job related. There are no unrelated courses or projects. Since there are
many course objectives, our staff would be happy to discuss them with you in depth. We
suggest that you call to schedule a tour of the school, to see and meet PGS students, view
their projects, talk to an instructor and discuss your career ambitions.
Student projects, work typically accomplished in a Gunsmithing shop
Shotgun Choke Work
Stock Checkering
1911 Custom Accurizing
Rebarrelling a Rifle
Pennsylvania Gunsmith SchoolSM is located in a suburban area of metropolitan Pittsburgh.
Located within walking and short driving distances are affordable housing, shopping and
recreational activities. PGS is also strategically located within a short driving distance of
some of the BEST hunting and fishing areas that the east offers.
Learning the diversity of Gunsmithing will challenge your intellect and mechanical abilities.
Each school day will be exciting, challenging, rewarding and productive. Invest in your
future now and you can earn a career that will last a lifetime. Financial Aid is available to
those who qualify. Train in the premier in-depth Gunsmithing program in the state that gave
birth to the Pennsylvania Long Rifle.
Pennsylvania Gunsmith School, a place where your future begins!
Master Gunsmithing Curriculum
Your education at PGS will prepare you for employment as an entry-level Gunsmith, and
our curriculum has been designed over many years to produce skilled, knowledgeable
technicians who can add valuable services to any store, company or community.
At PGS, you will learn how to polish and blue guns; do repairs; customize firearms; operate
drill presses, lathes, milling machines, grinders, etc. You’ll learn how to weld, and fit and
chamber rifle barrels. Business Practice in Semester 4 will prepare you for employment,
whether as an independent Gunsmith or in the employment of others.
Ø Intense, concentrated 16-month program comprises two academic years of
instruction.
Ø Carefully designed, progressive courses build skills in a planned and organized
manner.
Ø All instruction under the supervision of experienced Gunsmithing instructors.
Semester 1: Introduction to Gunsmithing
- Introduction
- Bluing
- Heat Treatment 625 hours
Semester 2: Intermediate Gunsmithing I
- Stockmaking 625 hours
Semester 3: Intermediate Gunsmithing II
- Welding and Soldering
- Machine Tool Introduction
- Barrel Fitting and Chambering
- Sight Mounting
- Reloading and Simple Ballistics
625 hours
Semester 4: Advanced Gunsmithing
- Repairing and Custom Alterations
- Business Practice
625 hours
Total Clock Hours of Instruction:
2500
Students attend class Monday through Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm. A new class of students
begins the first weekday of every month (except July and December).
How much does it cost to go to school?
Tuition is due the first school day of each semester and is $5400 per semester (our Master
Gunsmithing ProgramTM is comprised of four semesters).
Tools, Books and Supplies
Additional costs of your Gunsmithing training at PGS are the books, tools, supplies and firearm
components such as actions, barrels and stock blanks needed as the student progresses through
the program. PGS maintains a school store for the convenience of our students, and the above
items may be purchased through the school store or any source the student wishes.
Also for the convenience of our students, PGS offers pre-assembled “tool kits” for Semesters 1, 2
and 3 with all required tools and supplies. The basic supplies and tools PGS stocks in the school
store are chosen from a variety of companies because of their appropriateness to the Gunsmithing
curriculum taught at PGS.
Students can choose to purchase supplies from other sources on their own; a list of the required
items will be given to the student upon request. Students should have the required items on hand at
the beginning of the specific semester to make the most of the clock hours and instruction. Some
items may not need to be purchased if the student has any of the books, tools or supplies already, or
has access to them.
Our Master Gunsmithing Program™ utilizes all of the required tools and supplies to create not only
instructional material but also valuable tools, fixtures and custom guns – invaluable to the student
seeking employment or for display in their own shop.
The amounts listed below are for the required tools and supplies to complete the educational
objectives for each semester, estimated at current market prices. Please remember that the
student’s primary objective is to obtain training as a Gunsmith. Some choose to purchase optional
supplies or more expensive woods, actions and accessories than is absolutely necessary –
spending more than the amounts listed below. Each person’s financial resources are different, so
plan according to your resources, and not to your desires.
Tuition
Semester 1:
Semester 2:
Semester 3:
Semester 4:
$ 5400
$ 5400
$ 5400
$ 5400
Books, Tools,
Supplies, etc.
$ 1550
$ 875
$ 1150
$ -0-
Firearm Components
(Barrels, Actions, etc.)
$ -0$ 1125
$ -0$ 1500
Miscellaneous household items such as paper towels, q-tips, notebooks, pens and paper will be
needed throughout the program; many of these items the student may already have.
Firearms Needed for Bluing and Repair Projects
PGS does not operate a gun shop; work performed by students on bluing and repair projects comes
from their personal collection, or from family and friends. After acceptance, we advise students on
the recommended firearms to procure, allowing them ample time to share their needs with family
and friends, and minimize the need, if any, to purchase firearms for instructional purposes.
How do I enroll? Please see our Application for Admission included in this packet.
Is Financial Assistance available? Yes, for those who apply and qualify. Please see the two-sided
handout in this packet for information on specific sources and instructions on applying.
Financial Assistance Programs
Student financial assistance is funding which helps pay for education. Grants do not have to be repaid; loans
do. To qualify, a student must be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen, not be in default on a student loan or
owe a refund on a grant, be registered with Selective Service if required, and for some types of aid, qualify for
financial need (federal Pell grant, some state grants and subsidized student loan).
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Federal Pell Grant: Eligibility/amounts determined by the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student
Aid). Maximum award of $5550 per academic year (eight-month period at PGS). Those with a
Bachelor’s Degree are not eligible.
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Direct Student Loan: FAFSA data determines whether the $3500 (first year) and $4500 (second year)
are subsidized (federal government pays interest during school) or is unsubsidized (interest accrues
during this period). Interest rate is 6.8%.
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Additional Direct Unsubsidized Student Loan: Dependent students are eligible for an additional $2000
each academic year; Independent students (or dependent students whose parent is denied a federal
PLUS loan), an additional $6000 each academic year. Interest rate is 6.8% rate; interest accrues when
disbursed.
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If a dependent student (as defined by the FAFSA) qualifies for and borrows the maximum student loan
amount for the two-year program ($12,000), the monthly payment under the standard (10-year)
payment plan will be approximately $138 per month. [$3500 + $4500 + $2000 + $2000 = $12,000]
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If an independent student (as defined by the FAFSA) qualifies for and borrows the maximum student
loan amount for the two-year program ($20,000), the monthly payment under the standard (10-year)
payment plan will be approximately $230 per month. [$3500 + $4500 + $6000 + $6000 = $20,000]
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Direct PLUS Loan: Parent Loan for dependent students. Parents can borrow up to the cost of
education (tuition, tools, living expenses) minus other financial aid (grants, student loans, etc.). Credit
check required. Interest rate: 7.9%. Parents now can elect to defer payments until student graduates.
Note: Student loan amounts and interest rates subject to change, depending on current federal
regulations.
PGS encourages students (and parents) to minimize their borrowing to the extent possible so that repayment
is manageable and allows for flexibility to move if necessary, upon graduation, for employment.
Budgeting, living minimally both before and during enrollment, saving as much as possible before entering
PGS, working while in school, avoiding high interest credit cards, enlisting family help – these are all ways that
students can and should prepare for entry into PGS, especially if there is a waiting list.
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State Grants: FAFSA submission required for most states and also determines eligibility. Make sure
you meet your state’s deadline (available at www.fafsa.ed.gov).
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Veteran’s Benefits: Includes GI Chapters 30, 31, 33, 35, 1606/1607, EAP and FTA. Apply at
www.gibill.va.gov. Also, contact your counselor or the VA at 1-888-442-4551; consider all chapter
benefits before making a decision on which benefit to apply for. For consideration for federal grant and
loan programs, as well as state grant programs, you must also file the FAFSA.
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OVR Benefits: Students retraining after an injury or illness could be eligible for assistance from their
state Vocational Rehabilitation Office. Check with your state to see if you qualify.
How To Apply: Enrollment & Financial Aid
Complete and return the Pennsylvania Gunsmith SchoolSM enrollment application, along with a transcript of
your high school grades or G.E.D. diploma and registration fee of $50.
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.fafsa.ed.gov. As easy as 1-2-3 –
1. Apply for a PIN to electronically sign your FAFSA; print out a worksheet to organize your
information.
2. Complete the FAFSA (our school code is 016508) and sign with your PIN. Be sure to submit your
FAFSA and print out a Confirmation Page.
3. Check the status of your processed FAFSA (now called a Student Aid Report) and make
corrections if necessary.
Explore scholarships and grants through your employer, local community, high school and family affiliations. A
reputable on-line website is www.fastweb.com. Invest some time and energy; it may pay off!
Are you eligible for veteran benefits or vocational rehabilitation assistance? Check with a VA or OVR
counselor and begin the process early; paperwork takes time to process.
With the submission of a FAFSA, you’ll be completing the first step to obtain a federal Direct Student Loan. If
eligible, our Financial Aid Department will assist you in the final steps, completing Entrance Counseling and a
Master Promissory Note.
Helpful Websites
We encourage you to visit the following websites to learn more about funding your education:
www.fafsa.ed.gov
File the FAFSA, obtain a PIN (electronic signature) and more
www.studentaid.ed.gov
Learn about applying for financial aid and repaying your loans
www.finaid.org
Information on grants, direct loans, scholarships, military benefits, as well as
calculators to help with budgeting and repayment
www.youcandealwithit.com
Information on budgeting, credit cards, student loans and saving; calculators, too
www.pheaa.org
PA Higher Education Assistance Agency; grant information for PA residents
www.gibill.va.gov
Learn all about VA education benefits; apply on-line here, as well
www.sss.gov
Selective Service; register on-line and confirm registration, if needed
www.myedaccount.com
Direct Loan servicing website; easy account access during repayment
www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p970.pdf
www.upromise.com
Information on education tax credits and student loan interest deduction
Earn money for school; make purchases from Upromise partners and a portion
accumulates in your Upromise account for tuition and/or student loan payments
Application for Admission to the Master Gunsmithing ProgramTM
Pennsylvania Gunsmith SchoolSM
Please do not write in this space
Date Received:
Registration Fee:
Approved:
Not Approved:
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
The following must accompany this application if applicable. Please circle the number if enclosed.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Registration fee of $50.00. (Check or money order ONLY - NO CASH)
Transcript of high school grades or G.E.D. diploma.
Copy of DD-214 (Veterans only)
Name, address, phone number of counselor (Vocational Rehabilitation)
The information given in this application will be treated as confidential. Please answer ALL questions carefully
and in full. The school reserves the right to accept or reject any applicant (PGS does not discriminate on the
basis of race, creed, color, sex, age or national origin).
Date of Application:
Phone Number: (Area Code)
Name of Applicant:
Social Security Number:
Home Address/City/State/Zip:
Date You Wish To Enroll:
Age:
Marital Status:
Date of Birth:
Vocational Rehab:
Veteran:
Type of Discharge:
In Case of Emergency, contact:
I will be a Private Student:
If Veteran, Date of Discharge:
High School Name and Address:
Date Graduated:
Other School Name and Address:
Have you earned any of the following from a post-secondary school or college? Certificate____
Diploma____ Associate Degree____ Bachelor Degree____ Masters Degree____ Doctoral Degree____
School Name and address:
Special Training in Gunsmithing:
Race or Ethnicity (Used for statistical purposes only):
Who Will Be Responsible For Your Financial Obligations While You Are In School?:
Tentative Plans After Graduation:
PENNSYLVANIA GUNSMITH SCHOOLSM
APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION TO THE MASTER GUNSMITHING PROGRAMTM
(If the answer to any of the questions below is YES, please mark with an “X,” explain in Remarks)
YES
NO
Do you have any physical handicaps?
Have you ever been under extended medical care?
Does the state of your health necessitate any special arrangements?
Have you ever consulted a psychiatrist or psychologist?
Did you ever discontinue work or study because of physical or emotional illness?
Are you under indictment or information in any court for a felony, or other crime, for which the judge
could imprison you for more than one year? (An information is a formal accusation of a crime made by
a prosecutor.)
Have you ever been convicted in any court of a felony, or other crime for which the judge could have
imprisoned you for more than one year, even if you received a shorter sentence including probation?
Are you a fugitive from justice?
Are you an unlawful user of, or addicted to, marijuana, or any depressant, stimulant, narcotic drug, or
any other controlled substance?
Have you ever been adjudicated mentally defective (which includes a determination by a court, board,
commission, or other lawful authority that you are a danger to yourself or to others or are incompetent
to manage your own affairs) or have you ever been committed to a mental institution?
Have you been discharged from the Armed Forces under dishonorable conditions?
Are you subject to a court order restraining you from harassing, stalking, or threatening your child or an
intimate partner or child of such partner?
Have you been convicted in any court of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence?
Have you ever renounced your United States citizenship?
Are you an alien illegally in the United States?
Are you a nonimmigrant alien?
Are you a citizen of the United States? (If answer is “YES”, no explanation is necessary in remarks)
REMARKS:
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I certify that the statements in this application are true and correct.
I understand that falsification automatically voids this application.
I understand that falsification when discovered will immediately terminate my enrollment in school.
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Signature of Applicant
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Signature of Parent or Guardian if Applicant is Under 21 Years of Age
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Signature of Pennsylvania Gunsmith SchoolSM Official