TN Governor's School Applications are Open!

Posted Date: 10/01/25 (3:20 PM)

Tennessee Governor’s Schools

Summer 2026 – Applications Now Open!
For Rising 11th & 12th Graders

What Are Governor’s Schools?

A set of 11 prestigious summer programs across Tennessee universities.
Students explore advanced subjects, earn college credit, and connect with top peers from across the state.

Program Options

Governor’s School for the Arts – MTSU
Dance, Theatre, Music, Visual Art, Film
Governor’s School for the Sciences & Engineering (GSSE) – UT Knoxville
Labs, research, and STEM exploration (5 credit hours)
Governor’s School for the Humanities – UT Martin
Philosophy, literature, history, culture (3 credit hours)
Technological Innovation & Business Leadership – Tennessee Tech
Entrepreneurship, leadership, and business plan competition
Biological & Statistical Sciences – ETSU
Biology + data science research (7 credit hours)
Agricultural Sciences – UT Martin
Agriculture, environmental science, and biology
Computational Physics – Austin Peay State University
Physics + computer modeling + research
Emerging Technologies – Tennessee Tech
Robotics, engineering, coding, high-tech applications
International Studies – University of Memphis
Diplomacy, languages, and global issues
Prospective Teachers – UT Chattanooga
Future educator training & classroom experience
Scientific Exploration of Tennessee Heritage – ETSU
Tennessee history, ecology, & environmental studies

Why Apply?

Earn college credit at select programs
Work with university professors & researchers
Connect with motivated students across Tennessee
Boost your college applications

Key Information

Who Can Apply? Rising 11th & 12th graders
Applications Open: October 1, 2025 (deadlines vary by program)
Commitment: Students may only attend one Governor’s School

Questions?

Visit: tn.gov/education/tdoe-governors-schools

Don’t miss this chance to challenge yourself, earn credit, and shine!