Enrollment Information 2024-2025

Chicago Math and Science Academy is a free charter public school part of the Chicago public school system, and enrollment is open to all students. Enroll now!
 
We are now accepting applications for 6th-grade through 12th-grade students for the 2023-2024 school year! Click the 'Apply' button below to complete our online enrollment interest form. 
CMSA Students
All students deserve access to a high-quality, free, and public education. At CMSA, we believe that the youth of Chicago is the future that this country needs. 
Enrolling in a new school is an exciting time for you and your child and we want the registration process to go as smoothly as possible for your family. Enrollment is now underway.
 
CMSA complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.
 
WHAT DO I NEED?
 
Everyone is required to provide the following documents to finalize registration.*
 
  • Birth certificate
  • Immunization records
  • Parent/Guardian photo ID
  • Resident verification (may include a recent utility bill, current vehicle registration, signed lease agreement, mortgage statement, or a notarized letter from your landlord)
 
*These documents are NOT required at this time. Please complete your initial application above.

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Families must live within the Chicago attendance zone.
 
Admission to CMSA is done through a random lottery process.
 
The lottery date is March 8, and you will be notified about your enrollment status in the first week of April.