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Young writers learn the value of craft and sound writing techniques.
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Young dancers receive intensive training that supports their development and artistic growth.
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Young actors train for careers on stage and screen led by experienced, practicing artists.
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Aspiring filmmakers learn the art of telling cinematic stories while gaining hands-on experience with every step of the process.
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Young musicians gain advanced musical skills and explore diverse opportunities that shape their artistic development.
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Young visual artists learn creative processes and techniques across a wide array of mediums.
By The Numbers
#1
Best High School for the Arts in South Carolina
Ranked by Niche.com.
#2
Best Public High School Teachers in South Carolina
Ranked by Niche.com
#4
Best College Prep Public High School in South Carolina
Ranked by Niche.com
168,880
Individuals reached in South Carolina through Outreach initiatives
643 arts experiences were delivered across all 46 SC counties
1 of 4
Public schools accredited nationally by ACCPAS
Only 17 schools in the nation are accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Precollegiate Arts Schools.
100%
College acceptance rate
Every student who applies is accepted to at least one college or university.
9
Students named U.S. Presidential Scholars in the Arts
The highest national honor bestowed on only 20 high school seniors each year
83%
Of students taking AP tests in 2023 received a score of 3 or higher
Certain subject areas even attained a perfect 100% pass rate
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![The entire senior class of 2025 stands as a group in the outdoor amphitheater in the Governor's School courtyard.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747937517/scgsahorg/ip4pnrevfenzbo8jpr8h/SeniorClass2025-WEB.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747937517/scgsahorg/ip4pnrevfenzbo8jpr8h/SeniorClass2025-WEB.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1747937517/scgsahorg/ip4pnrevfenzbo8jpr8h/SeniorClass2025-WEB.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1747937517/scgsahorg/ip4pnrevfenzbo8jpr8h/SeniorClass2025-WEB.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1747937517/scgsahorg/ip4pnrevfenzbo8jpr8h/SeniorClass2025-WEB.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747937517/scgsahorg/ip4pnrevfenzbo8jpr8h/SeniorClass2025-WEB.jpg","width":2048}])
![Three headshots of Hassiem Muhammad, Sasha Maya Ada, and Darion McCloud under text that reads "25th Anniversary Celebration Alumni Reading"]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1744739891/scgsahorg/ngjqj29ll58nyyq5qq7m/AlumniReading_Social_900x600_NoBanner.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1744739891/scgsahorg/ngjqj29ll58nyyq5qq7m/AlumniReading_Social_900x600_NoBanner.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1744739891/scgsahorg/ngjqj29ll58nyyq5qq7m/AlumniReading_Social_900x600_NoBanner.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1744739891/scgsahorg/ngjqj29ll58nyyq5qq7m/AlumniReading_Social_900x600_NoBanner.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1744739891/scgsahorg/ngjqj29ll58nyyq5qq7m/AlumniReading_Social_900x600_NoBanner.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1744739891/scgsahorg/ngjqj29ll58nyyq5qq7m/AlumniReading_Social_900x600_NoBanner.png","width":2200}])
As part of their year-long, 25th anniversary celebration, the South Carolina Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities is presenting a special staged reading of John Logan's Tony Award-winning play, "Red," examining the work and philosophy of renowned abstract painter Mark Rothko. The reading, featuring prominent school alumni and faculty, will take place on Friday, April 25, 2025, 7 p.m. in Sakas Theatre at the Governor’s School.
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The South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities is proud to announce that Nathaniel Greenberg, of Hilton Head, and Indigo Nath, of Anderson, have been named Semifinalists in the 70th Annual National Merit Scholarship Program. In addition, Governor’s School students Tatiana Fasnacht, Isabel Garcia, Sophia Myers, and Mya Sinclair have been recognized as Commended Students in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program.