The School for Advanced Studies is a tuition-free, public charter school that puts students at the center of their own education.
Because charter schools operate independently of traditional school districts, they have more freedom over things like curriculum, staffing, and budgeting. They often implement innovative teaching methods and unique academic programs that you won’t find at other schools.
Charter schools are held accountable for their performance. In addition to meeting all state guidelines, charter schools need to meet the standards laid out in their chartering agreements. This results in many charter schools outperforming traditional public schools.
Our academic program is designed to mimic the college experience, with seminar-style discussions and specialized concentrations.
We create an environment where intellectual curiosity is celebrated. Students discover new passions and make meaningful connections.
Learn more about how charter schools work in Northwest Arkansas.
Charter schools are a type of school that is publicly funded but independently run. They are tuition-free and open to all students. Due to their unique operation model, charter schools tend to have more freedom over curriculum and teaching models.
Charter schools in Northwest Arkansas are 100% tuition-free.
Northwest Arkansas charter schools are primarily funded through state taxes. Like traditional public schools, they do not charge tuition.
Most charter schools in Arkansas accept students from anywhere within the state, regardless of the student’s home school district.
Charter schools are tuition-free and open to everyone, with no entrance exams. The admissions process usually involves filling out an application and potentially entering a lottery system if demand exceeds the number of seats available.
At the School for Advanced Studies, the enrollment process starts with submitting an online application. Please visit our Apply page for more details.
