Ways to Apply
Applications can be submitted during the fall application window or after the Rolling Waitlist opens.
Please see the home page for exact dates.
Online
Families can create or log into the GoCPS Portal to access the Online GoCPS Application. The online application is the preferred method of applying to GoCPS. This application is available in many languages including English, Spanish, Arabic, Urdu, Polish, etc.
Over the Phone
Families can call the GoCPS Hotline to apply over the phone. Please call 773-553-2060 between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm while the application window is open during the fall.
Paper
Families can apply using a paper application. Please call the GoCPS Hotline at 773-553-2060, if you are interested in applying with a paper application. Paper applications must be submitted and received while the application window is open in the fall.
24-25 High School Application Packet- coming soon
Have Questions on Ways to Apply?
Have Questions on Applying to Programs Vs. Schools?
1
Select
CHOICE PROGRAMS
Select up to 20
SELECTIVE ENROLLMENT
Programs Select up to 6
2
Rank
CHOICE PROGRAMS
Rank 1-20 programs in order of preference with most desired ranked first and least desired ranked last
SELECTIVE ENROLLMENT
Programs Rank 1-6 programs in order of preference with most desired ranked first and least desired ranked last
3
Results
CHOICE PROGRAMS
Receive single best offer if qualified and seats are available
SELECTIVE ENROLLMENT
Receive single best offer if qualified and seats are available
How to Rank Programs
Rank the programs that are selected in the true order of preference. You will receive a single best offer for the highest-ranked program that is matched. Ranking a school higher does not increase your chances of getting an offer. Make sure to rank programs in the order that you would like to attend them.
Changing School & Program Choices
Students can change the schools and programs that have been selected up until the application deadline. Changes can be made directly in a student’s GoCPS account or by calling the Office of Access and Enrollment at 773-553-2060. Make sure to resubmit all applications if any changes have been made.
Re-Ranking
Families will now have an additional extension period after the application deadline to re-rank their choices. No re-ranking will be possible once the re-rank deadline has passed. Please see the GoCPS calendar for exact dates.
Have Questions on Selecting & Ranking Programs?
Apply to 10th - 12th grade
The GoCPS process oversees applications for students looking to enroll in grades Kindergarten through 9th grade. For grades 10-12, each school establishes its own guidelines and requirements for students looking to apply or transfer. If a student wants to enroll or transfer to a different high school for their 10th, 11th, or 12th grade school years, please contact the school to which you are interested in applying directly. Do NOT fill out the GoCPS Application.
Next Phase
High school applicants can participate in up to two phases of selections. In each of these phases, the application system will use a combination of factors to attempt to give the student an offer from the highest-ranked Choice Program and/or Selective Enrollment Program on their application for which they qualify and for which there are available seats.
Contact Info Office of Access & Enrollment
773-553-2060
gocps@cps.edu
Chicago Public Schools
42 W. Madison St, 3rd Floor
Chicago, IL 60602
