South Carolina has three Governor’s Schools to serve motivated students seeking a unique high school experience that is focused on their interests and talents. As public, residential high schools, tuition is free and any student in the state can apply based on grade.
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) seeks out and advances our state’s most talented and motivated students to offer a transformative education in science, mathematics, and engineering. Our Residential program provides students new challenges, lasting friendships, and endless opportunities.
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Agriculture at John de la Howe (JDLH) provides a unique and challenging agricultural education program. Located in McCormick, on 1,310 acres of forest and farmland, students in grades 10th -12th have the opportunity to receive hands-on training in the fields of agribusiness, forestry, equipment operation, land management, food science, and more.
The South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities (SCGSAH), in Greenville, cultivates young artists from across the state through pre-professional training in the areas of creative writing, dance, drama, film, music, and visual arts. Students refine their talents in an arts-centered community while receiving a nationally recognized academic education.
Join us for Endless Opportunities Events in April 2026!
Endless Opportunities is designed for students and parents who are interested in learning more about the Governor’s Schools’ residential high school programs. These informative, one-hour sessions will feature presentations by each school and a Q&A with school representatives.
Columbia - Monday, April 20 | 6 - 7 p.m.
Richland Library, Main Theater
1431 Assembly St., Columbia, SC 29201
Greenwood - Monday, April 20 | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Piedmont Tech, O’Dell Center
610 Emerald Road South, Greenwood, SC, 29646
Florence - Wednesday, April 22 | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Florence Darlington Tech College, SIMT Building, Classroom 250
1951 Pisgah Rd., Florence, SC, 29501
Aiken - Thursday, April 23 | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Aiken County Library
314 Chesterfield Street South, Aiken, SC, 29801
North Charleston - Thursday, April 23 | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Dorchester County Library - North Charleston
8620 Patriot Blvd., North Charleston, SC, 29420