What is the Governor’s School for the Sciences & Engineering (GSSE)?

GSSE is a 4-week on-campus program that provides the opportunity for advanced study, laboratory experience, research in modern science and mathematics, and an
immersive college experience. GSSE will only be held in-person on the beautiful campus of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.  Learn more about GSSE here.

Academic Curriculum

All students take the same STEM-based courses in the morning and have the choice of an additional STEM class that suits their interests. Please visit our academic curriculum site to learn more.

Who can apply?

GSSE is for rising high school juniors and seniors (current high school sophomores and juniors) who attend high school in Tennessee.. **GSSE only accepts application through our online application system.

How many students are selected?

Approximately a total of 180 students are selected. Students accepted to
Governor’s School for the Sciences and Engineering (GSSE) will be admitted with one of two scholarships. Full Scholarships cover all tuition and fees. Partial scholarships only cover portions of the fees and students will be required to pay tuition. Tuition amounts differ each year, but details will be provided upon selection and admittance. If there are extenuating financial circumstances that would prevent a student from attending without a full scholarship, please ensure that is clearly indicated in the student application, counselor verification form, and teacher letters of recommendation. Our goal is that financial need never be the deciding factor preventing a qualified student from applying or attending.

activities for GSSE.