High Schools Admissions
Get Ready For High School
Three Paths
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This process is how you apply to most high school programs. Apply to 12 or more options and submit your application online or through a school counselor. Some programs have additional requirements, such as an audition or assessment, and some programs make offers based on applicants' academic records.
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Interested students can also apply to the eight testing Specialized High Schools. Visit schools.nyc.gov/SHS to learn how to participate and find SHSAT practice tests and other test-preparatory materials.
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Interested students can also apply to any/all of LaGuardia High School's six arts programs by submitting a LaGuardia application and auditioning.
*Charter schools have a separate admissions process. Contact charter schools directly to learn how to apply.*
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Use MySchools to explore NYC public schools, find programs for your high school application, and apply—all in one place. The searchable MySchools high school directory contains information on all NYC public high schools and programs.
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Check the Events Calendar to learn about schools' upcoming open houses and other school-based or central admissions events.
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Contact schools directly to find the most up-to-date information about schools' academic offerings, activities, sports, and more.
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Explore different types of high schools and programs, such as Career and Technical Education, Community Schools, and more.
How To Apply
During the application period, this is how to apply:
- Use MySchools(Open external link) to explore high school options, and talk with your school counselor to decide which 12 programs to include on your application. Applying to 12 programs, all of which you'd be happy to attend, makes it more likely that you'll get an offer to a program of your choice!
- Submit your high school application online with MySchools.
- Need language support? You can apply in English, Spanish, Chinese, Bengali, Russian, Arabic, Urdu, Haitian Creole, Korean, or French in MySchools(Open external link). If you would like to apply using another language, call us at 718-935-2009, or contact a Family Welcome Center and ask for an interpreter.
- Questions? We're here to help: Talk to your school counselor or contact a Family Welcome Center