North Carolina Governor's School

Four-week residential summer program for North Carolina rising seniors (and rising juniors in dance, choral or instrumental music), June 20 - July 17, 2027. Students cannot apply directly to the state: the application goes through your school counselor, AIG specialist or local Governor's School coordinator, with local deadlines this fall. Arts applicants also submit an audition link.

Offered by North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. Summer Program for high school students in North Carolina, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Paid. Grades 11–12. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.

Fields: Humanities, STEM, Arts

Key facts

Who can apply
High school students in grades 11 to 12. It takes place in person in North Carolina.
Cost
Charges tuition or a fee. Check the official page for the amount and whether financial aid is offered.
Dates
No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Info checked October 2026.

Questions about North Carolina Governor's School

When is the North Carolina Governor's School deadline?

No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Is North Carolina Governor's School free?

No. It charges tuition or a fee. Check the official page for the amount and whether financial aid is offered.

Who can apply to North Carolina Governor's School?

High school students in grades 11 to 12. It takes place in person in North Carolina. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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