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Each Institute is an adventure that focuses on a topic and offers an in-depth experience built around learning, interacting, and sharing. You live on a college campus and have access to all the resources the college provides, including state-of-the-art labs and studios. Each Institute offers a unique, collaborative and hands-on experience bursting with creative learning and boundless fun!
You will make new friends who share in your passions, and together you will build a community focused on your content area. Guided by leading professionals in the field, the experience of GIV provides you a chance to try something new, make lasting memories, and have more fun than you could ever imagine.
Many students who attend GIV say the experience is life-changing. This incredible opportunity is available for any high school Freshman, Sophomore, or Junior in Vermont who is looking for an exciting, accommodating, and inspiring learning adventure.
Being nominated to attend the Governor’s Institutes is a great honor for your young person. As Vermont’s own accelerated enrichment program, GIV is designed to give Vermont’s brightest young stars a truly world-class experience with in-depth resources and top-notch professional mentoring.
Learn MoreGive Vermont’s young people empowering learning opportunities on college campuses by donating to the Governor’s Institutes of Vermont today. Your tax-deductible gift will go towards helping young learners from less privileged families join GIV regardless of their ability to pay tuition.
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GIV provides a “once in a lifetime” opportunity for students from all experiences and identities.
If you are a high school student in Vermont that is curious, passionate, and driven, apply now to take part in the adventure.
