Application Programs at Durham Public Schools (información en español)

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I attend a DPS school or program that requires an application?

• All DPS application programs are only available to students whose legal domicile is Durham County (with the exception of Middle College High School at DTCC which is also open to residents of Orange County). Some programs also have a geographic area that students must reside in to attend that school. 
• All DPS application programs are accessible through the DPS lottery process that opens in January of each year for the following school year. Detailed lottery information here. Application is available here: https://www.dpsncapplication.com/login
• In addition to lottery entrance, Cooperative Innovative High School Early College programs (JDC Early College and MIddle College at DTCC), have academic entrance criteria. 

What are magnet schools? GO →    

What is the history of magnet schools in Durham, NC? GO →    

How do I know if a magnet school is right for my family? GO →    

What magnet themes are available in Durham Public Schools? 

• International Baccalaureate 
• Montessori
• Dual Language Immersion (starting in the 2024-25 school year)
• Humanities and Arts
• STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math)
• Early College programs 

What are year-round schools? GO  →  

How do I know if a year-round school is right for my family? GO →  

What is a CTE pathway? GO →  

How do I know if a CTE pathway is right for my family? GO →  

What is Ignite Online Academy? GO →

Do you have thoughts or feedback about application schools in DPS? GO →