Welcome Applicant Groups,
The New York State Education Department (NYSED) supports high-quality educational opportunities for all students in New York State. With the aim of creating a diverse portfolio of innovative charter schools that produce strong outcomes for all children through a rigorous new school process, the Department has posted the 2026 Request for Proposals to Establish New Charter Schools Authorized by the Board of Regents.
Questions may be directed to the Charter School Office at CharterSchools@nysed.gov. Please type "New Charter School Application" in the subject line. You may also contact the office by phone at 518-474-1762.
We look forward to receiving your application and reading about how your applicant group intends to provide great seats for children across New York State!
Charter Schools Office
New Charter School Applications
Welcome Applicant Groups,
The New York State Education Department (NYSED) supports high-quality educational opportunities for all students in New York State. With the aim of creating a diverse portfolio of innovative charter schools that produce strong outcomes for all children through a rigorous new school process, the Department has posted the 2026 Request for Proposals to Establish New Charter Schools Authorized by the Board of Regents.
Questions may be directed to the Charter School Office at CharterSchools@nysed.gov. Please type "New Charter School Application" in the subject line. You may also contact the office by phone at 518-474-1762.
We look forward to receiving your application and reading about how your applicant group intends to provide great seats for children across New York State!
Charter Schools Office