Mississippi Governor's School

A two-week residential honors program at Mississippi University for Women for Mississippi students finishing 10th or 11th grade who show advanced ability in an area such as academics, creative thinking, leadership, or the arts. Tuition, room, meals, and program activities are free for selected scholars. Students live on campus in June and earn three hours of honors college credit.

Offered by Mississippi University for Women. Summer Program for high school students in Columbus, Mississippi, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Free. Grades 10–11. Deadline: 2026-11-01.

Fields: Leadership, STEM, Humanities, Arts

Key facts

Who can apply
High school students in grades 10 to 11. It takes place in person in Columbus, Mississippi.
Cost
Free to take part.
Dates
The last posted deadline, November 1, 2026, has passed. The date for the next cycle isn't posted yet, so check the official page.

Info checked October 2026.

Questions about Mississippi Governor's School

When is the Mississippi Governor's School deadline?

The last posted deadline, November 1, 2026, has passed. The date for the next cycle isn't posted yet, so check the official page.

Is Mississippi Governor's School free?

Yes. Mississippi Governor's School is free to take part in.

Who can apply to Mississippi Governor's School?

High school students in grades 10 to 11. It takes place in person in Columbus, Mississippi. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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