Arlington ISD Specialized Programs

Providing students the opportunity to shine where they excel.

Gain College Advantage

Secure Elite Internships

Encourage Unique Talents

Applications for all Specialized Programs for the 2025 - 2026 school year are now open.
Follow the program links below to learn more and apply!

Your student deserves exclusive
opportunities for advancement.

Arlington ISD Specialized Programs:
Providing a unique education to match your child's passions

Get equipped for a fulfilling career

GAIN SCHOLARSHIP AND INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

EARN AN ASSOCIATE DEGREE FOR FREE

Don't let the world miss out on your student's passions and talents! Give them a space to grow.

Specialized Programs for
Kindergarten through 12th grade

  • All
  • Business
  • Computer Aided Drafting and Design
  • Cybersecurity
  • Dual Language
  • Early College High School
  • Earn an Associate Degree
  • Engineering
  • Fine Arts
  • French
  • Health Science
  • IB Programme
  • Leadership
  • Logistics
  • Multidisciplinary Engineering Technology
  • Pathways in Technology
  • Science
  • Spanish
  • STEM

Corey Academy of Fine Arts and Dual Language

Elementary students learn Spanish, visual arts and music with dual-language immersion learning through ‘Arts for All’ instruction.

Crow Leadership Academy

One of a handful of IB Primary Years Programme campuses in Texas, students can learn leadership and collaboration skills while participating in community-service projects.

Jones Academy of Fine Arts and Dual Language

Elementary students learn Spanish, visual arts and music with dual-language immersion learning through ‘Arts for All’ instruction.

Pearcy STEM Academy

Starting in kindergarten students learn from STEM-certified teachers with a curriculum that has STEM lessons woven into all content.

Wimbish World Language Academy

Students are fully immersed an a dual-language experience that puts them on an English/Spanish or English/French track with the goal of being bilingual speakers by the time they leave in sixth grade.

Gunn Fine Arts student wearing a marching bass drum.

Gunn Junior High and Fine Arts and Dual Language Academy

Starting in sixth grade, students from both Corey and Jones Academy continue their path of fine arts and dual language instruction. Additional spots are available for students who didn’t attend Corey or Jones.

Arlington College and Career High School

Students can earn an associate degree for free from TCC and a high school diploma and take advantage of smaller class sizes at our newest early college campus.

Arlington Collegiate High School

Students can earn an associate degree for free and a high school diploma at a campus located next to TCC with access to college facilities and smaller class sizes.

Art student with canvas

Arlington High School and Fine Arts and Dual Language Academy

Open for ninth graders in 2024-25, students from Gunn Academy can continue their fine arts and dual language path in a dual-language program that provides a full-immersion experience.

P-TECH at Bowie High School

Earn an associate degree in a field with an emphasis on health sciences with the possibility of an internship all while participating in a traditional high school setting.

Internet,Security,And,Data,Protection,Concept,,Blockchain,And,Cybersecurity

P-TECH at Lamar High School

Take advantage of an opportunity to focus on cybersecurity or business with industry partner Bell in a traditional high school setting and earn an associate degree for free.

Sam Houston High School

P-TECH at Sam Houston High School

Multidisciplinary engineering and business are the focus of this program that allows students to earn an associate degree for free with a possible pathway to the Texas A&M Engineering Academy.

Seguin High School

P-TECH at Seguin High School

Follow an engineering or computer-aided drafting and design (CADD) pathway while earning an associate degree and with industry partner Bell.

Martin STEM Academy teacher and students

STEM Academy at Martin High School

Students can prepare for their college or career in STEM by taking free college courses at UTA with the opportunity for internships all in a traditional high school setting.

  • All
  • Business
  • Computer Aided Drafting and Design
  • Cybersecurity
  • Dual Language
  • Early College High School
  • Earn an Associate Degree
  • Engineering
  • Fine Arts
  • French
  • Health Science
  • IB Programme
  • Leadership
  • Logistics
  • Multidisciplinary Engineering Technology
  • Pathways in Technology
  • Science
  • Spanish
  • STEM

Corey Academy of Fine Arts and Dual Language

Elementary students learn Spanish, visual arts and music with dual-language immersion learning through ‘Arts for All’ instruction.

Crow Leadership Academy

One of a handful of IB Primary Years Programme campuses in Texas, students can learn leadership and collaboration skills while participating in community-service projects.

Jones Academy of Fine Arts and Dual Language

Elementary students learn Spanish, visual arts and music with dual-language immersion learning through ‘Arts for All’ instruction.

Pearcy STEM Academy

Starting in kindergarten students learn from STEM-certified teachers with a curriculum that has STEM lessons woven into all content.

Wimbish World Language Academy

Students are fully immersed an a dual-language experience that puts them on an English/Spanish or English/French track with the goal of being bilingual speakers by the time they leave in sixth grade.

Gunn Fine Arts student wearing a marching bass drum.

Gunn Junior High and Fine Arts and Dual Language Academy

Starting in sixth grade, students from both Corey and Jones Academy continue their path of fine arts and dual language instruction. Additional spots are available for students who didn’t attend Corey or Jones.

Arlington College and Career High School

Students can earn an associate degree for free from TCC and a high school diploma and take advantage of smaller class sizes at our newest early college campus.

Arlington Collegiate High School

Students can earn an associate degree for free and a high school diploma at a campus located next to TCC with access to college facilities and smaller class sizes.

Art student with canvas

Arlington High School and Fine Arts and Dual Language Academy

Open for ninth graders in 2024-25, students from Gunn Academy can continue their fine arts and dual language path in a dual-language program that provides a full-immersion experience.

P-TECH at Bowie High School

Earn an associate degree in a field with an emphasis on health sciences with the possibility of an internship all while participating in a traditional high school setting.

Internet,Security,And,Data,Protection,Concept,,Blockchain,And,Cybersecurity

P-TECH at Lamar High School

Take advantage of an opportunity to focus on cybersecurity or business with industry partner Bell in a traditional high school setting and earn an associate degree for free.

Sam Houston High School

P-TECH at Sam Houston High School

Multidisciplinary engineering and business are the focus of this program that allows students to earn an associate degree for free with a possible pathway to the Texas A&M Engineering Academy.

Seguin High School

P-TECH at Seguin High School

Follow an engineering or computer-aided drafting and design (CADD) pathway while earning an associate degree and with industry partner Bell.

Martin STEM Academy teacher and students

STEM Academy at Martin High School

Students can prepare for their college or career in STEM by taking free college courses at UTA with the opportunity for internships all in a traditional high school setting.

Your Child's Advantage Starts Here

  • Step 1

    Learn more about each specialized program offered by Arlington ISD.

  • Step 2

    Apply for programs at https://w4.aisd.net/specialprograms until January 15, 2025.

  • Step 3

    Once accepted, look for your Welcome Packet!

The opportunities to get ahead are here.
Don't let your student miss out.

We know your child is capable of creating an incredible future.

Give them the tools to get there by applying for an Arlington ISD Specialized Program!

Frequently Asked Questions

What information is needed to apply for a specialized program?

The application requires the student's date of birth, student ID number and a working email address. This should be a family email address that is checked regularly. It cannot be a student’s Arlington ISD email address assigned to them by the district.

How does a student apply for a specialized program?

An application must be completed for consideration to a specialized program. Families can apply for up to three specialized programs and rank them by first, second and third choice.

Are specialized programs open for out-of-district student transfers?

Yes. Residents outside of Arlington ISD boundaries will be offered admission after all Arlington ISD residents have been placed.

Can students currently enrolled in one specialized program transfer into another specialized program?

No. Since the criteria for each program differs, specialized programs are not open to internal transfers.

Specialized programs include:
  • Corey and Jones fine arts and dual language academies
  • Gunn Junior High and Fine Arts and Dual Language Academy
  • Arlington High School and Fine Arts and Dual Language Academy
  • Crow Leadership Academy
  • Pearcy STEM Academy
  • STEM Academy at Martin High School
  • Wimbish World Language Academy
  • Arlington Collegiate High School
  • Arlington College and Career High School
  • P-TECH programs at Bowie, Lamar, Sam Houston and Seguin high schools

What internet browser is required to submit an online application?

For Windows desktops and laptops and Android phones, Chrome is best to complete the online application. For iPhones and iPads, please use the Safari browser.

What help is available for the online application?

Please email specialprograms@aisd.net for assistance with answering the questions on the form.
Please email Information and Instructional Systems for technical assistance with the form.

Can changes be made to the online application after it is submitted?

Changes cannot be made to the application once it is submitted, so carefully confirm all information is correct before submitting.

Is it possible to apply for a specialized program after the application deadline is over?

If families miss the fall application window, they should continue to monitor the specialized programs webpage for a second application window.

How is the application process different for a student whose sibling currently attends a specialized program?

Students are encouraged to apply for any programs of interest. Siblings are given weighted consideration during the scoring process, but there is no guarantee of acceptance to the program.

When are families contacted about acceptance to a specialized program?

Invitations for specialized programs will be sent out on Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2025, at 4:30 p.m., directly from specialized program campuses. Families receive one notification, either an invitation from a specialized program campus or an email explaining other opportunities if a student is not accepted into a specialized program. Families do not receive communication from each program selected on the application.

How does a student accept an invitation to a specialized program?

An invitation to a specialized program must be accepted by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, March 5, to guarantee placement. Directions for how to accept the invitation are included in the invitation sent by the specialized program campus.

How do campuses fill spots that become available after the application window is closed?

Campuses use a waiting list when open spots occur in their program.

What transportation services are available?

Transportation is available for students living within Arlington ISD boundaries who are accepted into a specialized program.

What extracurricular options are available in a secondary specialized program?

At the Arlington High School and Fine Arts and Dual Language program, P-TECH campuses and the Martin STEM Academy, students can participate in extracurricular options at the assigned campus while working on the requirements of their program. Though extracurricular options are not available at the early college high schools, they do offer a variety of clubs and intramural athletic opportunities.

What if I have more questions about specialized programs?

Please email specialprograms@aisd.net with any questions.