Tuition-free enrollment for 2027–2028.
Albert Einstein Academy is a public charter school — open to all Arizona students, with no tuition and no entrance exam. Open enrollment runs November 3, 2026 through January 30, 2027.
Getting Started
Three ways to begin.
The simplest first step is to submit an inquiry or schedule a tour. Our office will walk you through grade availability and the steps to enroll.
Most families start by visiting campus, so they can see classrooms in action and ask questions in person. From there, applying takes only a few minutes online, and our office is available by phone or email throughout the process.
At a glance
- TuitionFree — public charter school
- GradesKindergarten through grade 9
- Open enrollmentNov 3, 2026 – Jan 30, 2027
- Lottery (if needed)February 6, 2027
- Entrance examNone required
Public Charter Basics
What a tuition-free public charter school means for your family.
As an Arizona public charter school, AEA is tuition-free and publicly funded. Charter schools are public schools — not private schools — and families never pay tuition to enroll.
Enrollment is open to students from across Arizona and does not depend on an entrance exam, grades, or where you live. When a grade receives more applications than it has seats, Arizona law requires that those seats be filled by a random public lottery, which we hold each February.
Good to know
- Tuition-freeNo tuition to attend, ever.
- Open to allAny Arizona student may apply.
- No entrance examAdmission is not based on a test.
- Lottery if fullRandom public lottery for oversubscribed grades.
How to Enroll
Five steps from inquiry to first day.
The whole process is designed to be straightforward. Our office helps at every step.
Inquire or tour
Submit an inquiry or visit campus to see classrooms and ask questions.
Apply online
Complete the short application during the open enrollment window for the grade you need.
Lottery, if needed
If a grade is full, seats are offered through the February public lottery; others join a waitlist.
Register
Accept your offer and submit enrollment documents to secure the seat.
Key Dates
2027–2028 enrollment timeline.
These are the dates that matter most for families applying for the next school year. Applications submitted after January 30 are accepted on a rolling, space-available basis.
Nov 3, 2026
Open enrollment opensApplications accepted for all grades, K–9.
Jan 30, 2027
Open enrollment closesPriority deadline for the lottery.
Feb 6, 2027
Public lotteryHeld for any grade with more applicants than seats.
Feb 13, 2027
Offers sentFamilies have 10 days to accept their seat.
Mar 6, 2027
Registration dueEnrollment paperwork completes the seat.
Required Documents
What to have ready.
Once a seat is offered, registration is quick if you have these documents on hand. Our office can help if anything is missing.
- Birth certificateOr other proof of the student's age
- Immunization recordsUp to date per Arizona requirements
- Proof of residencyA recent utility bill or lease
- Prior recordsMost recent report card (grades 1–9)
- IEP or 504 planIf your child has one
Tuition & Fees
Free to attend, with a few optional costs.
There is no tuition and no registration fee. The optional costs below help families plan; fee assistance is available for any family that needs it.
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | Free (public charter) |
| Registration | $0 |
| Lunch program | Optional, about $3.50 / day |
| Athletics (grades 6–9) | $50 per season |
| Field trips | Varies; scholarships available |
Admissions Questions
Answers families ask for first.
Still have questions? Call (662) 778-8559 or email [email protected].
Is there tuition?
No. As a public charter school, AEA is tuition-free. Optional costs like lunch and athletics are listed above, and fee assistance is available.
Do you have a waitlist?
Yes. If a grade fills, applicants who are not offered a seat join a waitlist and are contacted as seats open during the year.
Can we apply after January 30?
Yes. Late applications are accepted on a rolling, space-available basis after the priority deadline.
Do siblings get priority?
Yes. Siblings of currently enrolled students receive enrollment preference, as allowed under Arizona charter law.