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3D Scholar Application

Students Application Requirements

There are a few requirements for students applying for entrance in the next school year. Students must complete the application process by acquiring the following:

Eligibility Requirements 

  • Potential applicants must be rising 9th graders
  • Student must have a 3.0 GPA using the Specialty Programs GPA calculation
  • Students must fill out an application to be considered for the program
  • Two letters of recommendation must be submitted by a teacher (Social Studies, Science, English, or Math) 
  • Applicants will be screened based on requirements and then placed in the lottery

Along with this application, teacher recommendations should be completed with the application. Final decisions will be made based on the strength of the application and lottery. All acceptance decisions will be communicated by March.

Application Window

September 23, 2026 - December 11, 2026

Application

 

*Please Note: Please ensure that your address in Synergy is up-to-date, as all communication will be sent to the address on file.

**Please have all available information ready before starting the online application. 

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.