Registration FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Eligibility & Application Process

How do I apply?

  1. Join the School Interest List.
  2. Check your email and text messages from the school for updates. We will send you the next steps and let you know what to expect.
  3. A staff member will contact you within a few weeks.
  4. You will take an English placement test.
  5. If you are interested in enrolling in IC3, Computer Basics 2, GED (in Spanish or English), or Citizenship, please note that these programs require additional testing and advising.
  6. If there is space available and you show proof of a DC address, you will be registered.

What class sessions do you offer?
 We offer classes at the following times:

  • Morning (AM): 9:00 – 11:30 AM
  • Afternoon (PM): 12:00 – 2:30 PM
  • Evening (EVE): 6:00 – 8:30 PM

Choose the session that works best for your schedule!

What do I need to complete registration?

You must bring:

  • A valid government-issued photo ID (passport, driver’s license, ID) 
  • Proof of DC home address (list here)
  • $60 (cash or credit) for the ID and materials fee

Who can enroll in classes?

Our tuition-free adult education classes are for adults who:

  • Need to improve English, reading, writing, or math skills, and/or
  • Do not have a high school diploma, and/or
  • Have not completed a college degree (Associate’s or higher) in English from a U.S. college or university.

Are any classes open to non-DC residents?

Some special programs are fee-based and may be open to non-DC residents. These may include:

  • Citizenship Program – Classes meet once per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, or Saturday options available)
  • Construction/OSHA30-Safety (In Spanish ONLY)
  • Small Business and Entrepreneurship Workshop Series (English and Spanish)

These programs:

  • Have different registration requirements
  • Are not part of the tuition-free adult education program

What if I were a student before?

If you attended in the past and want to return, you must register as a new student.

If you dropped a class during the current semester, you are also considered a new applicant.

Can I register someone else?

No. Each person must register themselves.

Can I bring any document(s) with my address to prove that I live in Washington, DC?

No. You must provide one or two documents from the approved list.

For the complete list of acceptable documents to prove DC residency, please click here.

Do you only offer virtual classes?

No. We offer hybrid learning models for the Spring 2027 semester.

What happens if I can’t come during the registration dates?

If you can’t come to the School during registration dates, you still need to put your name on the interest list. We will call you if a space becomes available.