Governor's School for the Sciences and Engineering

One of Tennessee's eleven state-funded Governor's Schools: a residential summer program for rising 11th and 12th graders, nominated by their school and selected through one unified state application. Research in the sciences and engineering at UT Knoxville, on a full scholarship covering tuition and fees.

Offered by University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Summer Program for high school students in Knoxville, Tennessee, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Free. Grades 10–11. Deadline: 2026-11-20.

Fields: STEM, Engineering, Research

Key facts

Who can apply: High school students in grades 10 to 11. It takes place in person in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Cost: Free to take part.
Dates: The deadline is November 20, 2026.

Info checked November 2026.

Questions about Governor's School for the Sciences and Engineering

When is the Governor's School for the Sciences and Engineering deadline?

The deadline is November 20, 2026.

Is Governor's School for the Sciences and Engineering free?

Yes. Governor's School for the Sciences and Engineering is free to take part in.

Who can apply to Governor's School for the Sciences and Engineering?

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

Official program page

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