2025 Governor’s School for Science & Technology – July 7 – July 25, 2025
Please complete an application by Monday, April 28, 2025.
Applications and supporting materials can be submitted to your school contact person or emailed to beit@sw.edu
Information or Questions? Margaret Dye (margaret.dye@sw.edu; 276-964-7308, Angie Miller (angela.miller@sw.edu) 276-964-7277
About the SWCC Governor’s School
Southwest Virginia Community College (SWCC) will host it’s Governor’s School program this summer (2025). The three-week program is specifically designed for high school students in the Virginia counties of Buchanan, Dickenson (partial), Russell, and Tazewell, who have demonstrated exceptional academic performance in science and technology.
SWCC Governor’s Summer School for Science & Technology will take place July 7 through July 25, 2025, and is an opportunity for students to receive a comprehensive and immersive summer learning experience, free of charge.
Thanks to a grant from the Department of Education for Virginia, students accepted into the program will receive free tuition, materials, lunches, and snacks. The program offers a range of activities, including capstone projects, field activities, counseling, and career mentoring experiences.
Enrollment is limited, and students will be divided into two tracks, cybersecurity and engineering technology. While every effort will be made to place students in their desired track, SWCC cannot guarantee specific placements due to limited space. Students will be notified of their track placement upon acceptance into the Governor’s School program.
One of the most significant benefits of the SWCC Governor’s School is the opportunity for students to earn six college credits and various credentials, which can be applied to their program of study at SWCC or transferred to other colleges and universities.
The Governor’s School program is an excellent way for students to explore their passions and interests, gain hands-on experience, and get a head start on their college education.
