Apply Now - High School Specialty Programs Applications Now Available
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Prince George's County Public Schools is pleased to offer a variety of specialty programs for students that offer a Pathway to Possibilities! The application window dates are below.
September 23, 2026 - November 20, 2026
Visual and Performing Arts (High School Program) and Creative and Performing Arts (Middle School Program)
September 23, 2026 - December 11, 2026
Select High School Specialty Programs' Application Windows Open Early for Non-PGCPS students and current PGCPS 9th Grade students for School Year 2027-2028 on Monday, August 10, 2026, and close on Friday, October 9, 2026.
Eligible applicants interested in these programs will be required to register and pay for the PSAT 8/9, which will be administered in October 2026. Test registration details are embedded in the application.
8th-grade students currently enrolled in PGCPS do not require an application for the Aerospace, Engineering, Aviation and Technology, or the Science and Technology programs, and will take the PSAT 8/9 at their school.
A PGCPS student identification number is required to apply for a Specialty Program.
| Program Name | Application Window |
| 3D Scholars |
September 23, 2026 - December 11, 2026 |
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PGCPS 8th Graders do not need to complete an application. They are automatically considered. Application for PGCPS 9th Graders and Non-PGCPS 8th and 9th Graders: August 10, 2026 - October 9, 2026. Application Window for the 2027-2028 School Year for Non-PGCPS 8th Grade Students and Current 9th Grade PGCPS Students August 10, 2026 - October 9, 2026
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PGCPS 8th Grade Students September 23, 2026 - December 11, 2026 Application Window for the 2027-2028 School Year for Non-PGCPS and PGCPS 8th Grade Students August 10, 2026 - October 9, 2026
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| Career and Technical Education (CTE) |
September 23, 2026 - December 11, 2026 |
| International Baccalaureate Program (IB) |
September 23, 2026 - December 11, 2026 |
| Online Program |
September 23, 2026 - December 11, 2026 |
| P-TECH |
September 23, 2026 - December 11, 2026 |
| PTECH-IT |
September 23, 2026 - December 11, 2026 |
| Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) High School Program |
September 23, 2026 - November 20, 2026 |
| Lottery Charter Schools |
November 2, 2026 - February 5, 2027 |
A PGCPS student identification number is required to apply for a Specialty Program.
Please view appropriate card for more details about each school.