New Applications Open Jan. 5 – Feb. 5
Explore Austin ISD’s unique programs and learning pathways
Admissions-Based & Magnet Programs
Students interested in admissions-based programs must complete their enrollment and any campus-specific application requirements. Select a campus below for program details. Contact the campus for program related questions.
Application Steps & Dates
Students interested in Middle School and High School admissions-based and magnet programs can now begin preparing their campus-specific application requirements (including essays, auditions, and teacher recommendations) for the 2026–27 school year.
Step 1
Now through February 5: Please visit the campus websites of the programs you are interested in for their specific application requirements and deadlines. Contact the campus for program related questions.
Step 2
Now through February 5: Complete the application requirements and submit directly to the campus(es) to which you are applying. Request teacher recommendations from your teachers. Contact the campus for program related questions.
Step 3
Application deadline is Feb. 5. Contact the campus for program related questions.
The following campuses are now accepting applications:
- Anderson High School International Baccalaureate (IB) Program
- Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders
- Covington Middle School Fine Arts Academy
- Gus Garcia Young Men’s Leadership Academy
- Kealing Magnet Program
- Lamar Fine Arts Academy
- Liberal Arts and Science Academy (LASA)
- Lively Middle School: Law, Humanities, and Global Studies Magnet
- McCallum Fine Arts Academy
- Murchison Middle School: International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program (IB MYP)
- Sadler Means Young Women’s Leadership Academy
- Small Green Tech Academy Program
For questions about the application requirements or process, please contact the campus. For questions about Enroll Austin, please submit an AISD Help Ticket.
General Registration
Visit the enrollment website for more information.