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
A PGCPS student identification number is required to apply for a Specialty Program.
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| 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 |
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September 23, 2026 - November 20, 2026 |
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| Talented and Gifted (TAG) Programs |
November 2, 2026 - March 12, 2027 |
| Lottery Charter Schools |
November 2, 2026 - February 5, 2027 |