APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2027-2028 SCHOOL YEAR IS NOW OPEN

APPLY FOR NEXT YEAR

The application for September 2027 is now open! The deadline to apply is January 15, 2027. Click the “Apply” button above to get started on your application.

Review our Frequently Asked Questions and list of Participating Schools to learn more about this year’s process.

RESEARCH YOUR OPTIONS

Research your school options using Philly Schools Compass and by visiting school websites to learn more about their academics, programs offered and school mission and culture. You can edit your school rankings anytime before the January 15, 2027 deadline.

CURRENT YEAR APPLICATIONS

Renaissance (neighborhood) charter schools accept applications on a rolling basis. If you wish to apply to your assigned neighborhood charter school, you can still apply for the 2026-2027 school year by submitting a current year application. Most other schools do not have space for this school year and you will be placed on the waitlist. To view which participating schools are accepting applications click here, and research those school using Philly Schools Compass.

2027-2028 Apply Philly Charter Timeline

Important Dates to Know
Application Opens Friday, September 18th, 2026
Application Closes Friday, January 15th, 2027
Lottery Day Monday, February 1st, 2027
Notification Day Monday, February 8th, 2027
Acceptance Deadline Monday, February 22nd, 2027
Post-Deadline Applications Open Tuesday, February 23rd, 2027

Resources

RANK AND MATCH LOTTERY SYSTEM VIDEO EXPLAINER

Apply Philly Charter is improving its application process. As part of Apply Philly Charter’s improved application process, pre-deadline applicants for the future school year must rank lottery schools by preference. If your neighborhood (catchment) school is a Renaissance school, it will not be ranked and with seats available, you may receive up to two offers: one through a lottery school and one from your neighborhood school. Please contact us with any questions at 1-800-891-3999 or apc@applyphillycharter.org. For a visual representation please see the video below. Additional information on how to apply can be found here.

Family User Policy Manual

The Family User Policy Manual was created to provide parent friendly information on the technical and operational systems for the Apply Philly Charter and related topics pertaining to charter school. If you have any additional questions please see the Apply Philly Charter FAQ.

Participating Schools