Governor’s School for Science, Math, and Technology
Culpeper County Public Schools Application Information
Mountain Vista Governor’s School (MVGS) is a regional, part-day academic program for highly motivated high school students who demonstrate advanced academic ability, strong work habits, and a desire for intellectual challenge. MVGS provides an integrated curriculum focused on advanced study, research, collaboration, and critical thinking.
Please note: MVGS is a highly competitive program. Each participating school division is allotted a limited number of students who may be accepted each year. Not all qualified applicants can be selected. Mountain Vista Governor's School Application due March 2nd, 2026.
Program Schedule
Students attend MVGS in the morning and return to their base high school for the remainder of the school day.
Transportation between MVGS and students’ base high schools is provided by Culpeper County Public Schools. Parents are responsible for transportation to the base high school in the morning. Morning arrival times are 6:30 a.m. at Culpeper County High School and 6:45 a.m. at Eastern View High School.
Application Timeline
Applications available: December 15
Application deadline: March 2
Final decisions released: Mid-April
Late or incomplete applications cannot be accepted.
Step 1: Complete the Student Application (Download the application and complete the application digitally. )
Download and save the application. https://bit.ly/MVGS26application
When saving your application, please use the following file name format:
LastName_FirstName_MVGS_Application.pdf
Spanish Version 2025 MVGS Student Application
Please read and review the CCPS MVGS FAQ form
Upload the application to the Google Form
Step 2: Email the recommendation forms to your teachers. Tell your teachers to email the form to the Gifted Coordinator, Heather O'Brien at hobrien@ccpsweb.org
Step 3: Send the counselor's form to your counselor. As part of the Mountain Vista Governor’s School application, students must have their school counselor complete the MVGS Student Profile form.
This request form allows you to provide your counselor with the information they need and to ensure the profile is completed on time.
MVGS STUDENT PROFILE REQUEST FORM
Step 4: All students must take the CogAT (Cognitive Abilities Test). You will not be registered for the CogAT until Steps 1-4 have been completed.
Take the CogAT Ability test
○ EVHS Forum March 5th, 2026 2:00-4:00.
○ CCHS Studio March 6th, 2026 2:00-4:00
Selection Process
Applications are reviewed by a division selection committee using a standardized scoring rubric. Because each school division may only advance a limited number of applicants, selection is competitive.
Selection decisions are based on a combination of:
Academic profile GPA
Cognitive Assessment Achievement Test (CogAT)
Resume and activities
Personal Insight Activity
Recommendations
Meeting eligibility requirements does not guarantee selection.
Student and Parent MVGS Informational Meeting
What: Learn more about MVGS and the application process
When: Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:00pm
Where: Virtual Link will be provided on the MVGS website after the holiday break. (www.mvgshome.org)
More info: Learn about the application process, benefits of attending MVGS, curriculum, Flex Days, meet the staff.
The chat feature will allow participants to ask questions.
