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How Do I Apply?

What does a magnet application look like and how do I get one?
 
  • The magnet application process is called CHOICES and is available online at LAUSD Unified Enrollment beginning in early October.  On time applications are generally due by mid November.  See below for the current dates.  For those who are unable to apply online, paper copies will be available at all LAUSD schools, LA City Libraries, Local District Offices and LAUSD Headquarters.
 
  • Students attending private school or a charter school who are applying to a Gifted/High Ability Magnet must obtain verification from their current school of attendance. The verification form is available on the same website as the application.  For current LAUSD school students, the verification form will automatically be sent to the student's current school.
 
  • All applicants must reside within the boundaries of LAUSD at the time of the application and while participating in a Magnet.

  • Current School Year Dates:
    • On-time Applications window for the next school year is generally from early October through mid-November
    • Late Application window for the next school year generally opens around the 1st of February
    • Eligibility emails sent in February
    • Selected or Waiting List emails sent in March
    • Accept/Decline date is in early to mid April.
    • Wait listed students will begin receiving calls after the accept/decline deadline if there are openings
    • In late April, look for emails from Balboa with the next steps for accepted students