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PGCPS Specialty Programs: Pathways to Possibilities

Attention Parents and Families!

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

September 23, 2026 - December 11, 2026

Learn More and Apply!

Transportation Information

Please note that while PGCPS provides bus transportation to and from all Specialty Programs, routes cover larger geographic areas. Families should plan for commute times of approximately 90 minutes each way.

IMPORTANT

A PGCPS student identification number is required to apply for a Specialty Program.

Program Location Disclaimer

Specialty Program locations are determined based on district needs and may be relocated as those needs evolve.

High School Specialty Programs

High School Specialty Programs Application Windows

High School Specialty Program Application Window Chart

Program Name Application Window
3D Scholars

September 23, 2026 - December 11, 2026

Aerospace Engineering & Aviation Technology (AEAT)

Science & Technology (S/T)

PGCPS 8th Graders do not need to complete an application. They are automatically considered.

Non-PGCPS Students

The window to apply to our Science and Technology (S&T), Aerospace Engineering and Aviation Technology (AEAT), and Academy of Health Sciences at Prince George's Community College (AHS) programs for non-PGCPS students has closed.

 

Academy of Health Sciences @ PGCC (AHS)

PGCPS 8th Grade Students

September 23, 2026 - December 11, 2026

Non-PGCPS Students

The window to apply to our Science and Technology (S&T), Aerospace Engineering and Aviation Technology (AEAT), and Academy of Health Sciences at Prince George's Community College (AHS) programs for non-PGCPS students has closed.

 

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 (9am) - February 5, 2027 (5pm)

IMPORTANT

A PGCPS student identification number is required to apply for a Specialty Program.

Program Location Disclaimer

Specialty Program locations are determined based on district needs and may be relocated as those needs evolve.