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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.
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| 3D Scholars |
Applications for SY2026-2027 High School Specialty Programs are now closed. |
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Applications for SY2026-2027 High School Specialty Programs are now closed. 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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Applications for the 2027-2028 school year are only open for Non-PGCPS 8th Graders and Current PGCPS 8th Graders starting August 10, 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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| Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) High School Program |
Applications for SY2026-2027 High School Specialty Programs are now closed. |
| Career and Technical Education (CTE) |
Applications for SY2026-2027 High School Specialty Programs are now closed. |
| International Baccalaureate Program (IB) |
Applications for SY2026-2027 High School Specialty Programs are now closed. |
| Online Program | |
| P-TECH |
Applications for SY2026-2027 High School Specialty Programs are now closed. |
| Lottery Charter Schools |
The application window has closed for the 26-27 school year. |
| Talent Ready |
Applications for SY2026-2027 High School Specialty Programs are now closed. |
A PGCPS student identification number is required to apply for a Specialty Program.
Please view appropriate card for more details about each school.