GIV
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 …
GIV’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
The Governor’s Institutes of Vermont (GIV) is built on the belief that all young people deserve to learn, grow, and be accepted and celebrated for who they are. GIV is committed to actively …
GIV's History
Since 1983, over 13,000 students have embraced the unique opportunity to deepen their educations through GIV, and GIV has become one of the longest-running Governor’s Schools …
The Arts Institute (GIA) | GIV
Check out this video from GIV Alum Isabel Pless as she shares some of her experiences at the Arts Institute and her developing career as a singer, songwriter, and performer. Got Questions …
Submit An Application for the Governor’s Institutes of Vermont | GIV
GIV’s summer 2025 Institutes will offer the learning adventure of a lifetime! The application process is easy and straightforward. Here’s what you’ll be asked to do once you click that …
The Global Issues & Youth Action Institute | GIV
GIV’s supportive Institute structure is endlessly enriching, empowering, and engaging. An Example of a Day at the Global Issues and Youth Action Institute 7:30 AM: Breakfast
Summer Programs for High School Students - GIV
Students can get even more out of their experience at GIV by getting high school credit, PLP entries, proficiency-based graduation requirements, or even college credit. Explore our latest …
The Entrepreneurship Institute | GIV
GIV’s supportive Institute structure is endlessly enriching, empowering, and engaging.
The Engineering Institute | GIV
GIV’s supportive Institute structure is endlessly enriching, empowering, and engaging.
The Health & Medicine Institute - GIV
GIV’s supportive Institute structure is endlessly enriching, empowering, and engaging. An Example of a Day at the Health & Medicine Institute 7:30 AM: Breakfast