Our Admissions

Our school is open to all NYC students, but preference is given to District 13 residents. In order to attend, students will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

• For the Academy of Performing Arts (APA) for dance, and vocals, student's grades, test scores, attendance and punctuality will be reviewed. Students will also have to take a diagnostic test and audition. Students may only apply and audition for one talent area in the Academy of Performing Arts.

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• For the Academy of Computer Arts and Technology Sciences (ACATS) and School of Fine Arts and Design (FAD), student's grades test scores, attendance and punctuality will be reviewed. Students will also have to take a written diagnostic test.

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• Students applying for our DUAL LANGUAGE programs will be take a written exam.  They will be screened based on student test scores, attendance, report cards, etc.

- 2020 AUDITION / EXAM DATE: Saturday, February 1, 2020

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- DOWNLOAD AUDITION TICKET/REQUIREMENTS (AVAILABLE DECEMBER 17, 2019)

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Download this PDF form and print a copy to be submitted the day of the audition.

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Review the requirements for the sub-school you select and be prepared.

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Bring your completed form with a copy of most recent report card and final4th grade report card to the school the day of the exam....

See you there!