NC Governor's School

The following resources have been provided by the NC Governor's School:

• NC Governor's School website
• Family Overview (English | Spanish)
• Governor's School Overview Video
• Frequently Asked Questions
• 2026 Application and Teacher Recommendation
• Student Application Review Guide

Check out the UCPS information presentation and supporting resources to learn more about NC Governor's School. 

• View the recording.
• View the presentation.
• View the flyer.
• View the student checklist. 

Students apply to the NC Governor's School at their high school. There is no nomination process at the school level. School contacts send every eligible student's application to the district-level for review. Applications are reviewed at the district level and nominated students are sent to the state for the state-level review process. 

Click here for school contacts and individual school deadlines.

Location: NC Governor's School will be held on two college campuses, one in the east, and one in the west. Students are randomly assigned to the campus. East campus is Meredith College in Raleigh, and west campus is Greensboro College in Greensboro.

Time: NC Governor's School will tentatively take place from June 21-July 18, 2026. These dates will be updated when confirmed by NCDPI.

Cost: Tuition is $600 per student. The NC Governor's School Foundation offers scholarships for students who need assistance. Visit https://www.ncgsf.com/ for additional information and to apply.