This year's calendar
Key admissions dates
⚠️ These dates are unverified placeholders; do not rely on them yet. Always confirm with the official source.
Early childhood
| Process | Applications open | Applications close | Offers released |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-K / 2-K | Feb 2, 2026 | Mar 13, 2026 | May 15, 2026 |
| 3-K | Feb 2, 2026 | Mar 13, 2026 | May 15, 2026 |
| Pre-K | Jan 12, 2026 | Mar 13, 2026 | Apr 24, 2026 |
Elementary
| Process | Applications open | Applications close | Offers released |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten | Dec 9, 2026 | Jan 22, 2027 | Mar 30, 2027 |
| Gifted & Talented | Apr 1, 2026 | May 15, 2026 | Jun 30, 2026 |
| Charter schools | Nov 1, 2025 | Apr 1, 2026 | — |
| Elementary transfer | Jan 5, 2026 | Mar 31, 2026 | — |
Middle
| Process | Applications open | Applications close | Offers released |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middle school (main round) | Oct 14, 2026 | Dec 11, 2026 | Apr 7, 2027 |
| Middle school transfer | Jan 5, 2026 | Mar 31, 2026 | — |
High
| Process | Applications open | Applications close | Offers released |
|---|---|---|---|
| High school (main round) | Oct 6, 2026 | Dec 4, 2026 | Mar 3, 2027 |
| SHSAT (specialized HS) | Oct 6, 2026 | Oct 30, 2026 | Mar 3, 2027 |
| Hunter College Schools | Sep 15, 2025 | Nov 14, 2025 | Apr 15, 2026 |
| High school transfer | Jan 5, 2026 | Mar 31, 2026 | — |