The PGSS is a rigorous, five-week program which provides talented Pennsylvania rising high school seniors with enrichment experiences in the sciences and mathematics and encourages them to pursue careers in science and technology. Only 72 students statewide were accepted into this year’s program from among 403 applicants. Students accepted into the Governor’s School for the Sciences are among the top achievers at their schools.
While attending the Governor’s School, all students live on campus in a Carnegie Mellon dormitory and take specially designed lecture courses in biology, chemistry, computer science, mathematics, and physics. In addition, students participate in laboratory courses of their own choosing and engage in team research projects. They also have opportunities to take elective courses, participate in field trips, attend special lectures and seminars, and interact with university faculty.
The Pennsylvania Governor’s School for the Sciences, which is funded by contract from the PGSS Campaign, Inc., has been hosted by Carnegie Mellon University since 1982. More information about the program can be found at their website: http://sciences.pa-gov-schools.org/