ENROLL A CHILD

No child is refused admission into our program based on academic ability. We commit to students who are ready to work hard, strive to do their best, and persevere against the challenges they face. We commit to students who commit to their futures.

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Interested in joining Horizons for Youth?

Please review our timeline and enrollment requirements below. For questions, please contact Meghan Colgan, Sr. Director of Programs at meghan@horizons-for-youth.org

Applications for the upcoming school year are currently closed. Info sessions will be posted on September 1, 2025. We appreciate your patience!

1. Info Session

(September-February)

To express interest, we ask that families register for a required info session.

Dates for the AY25-26 school year will be posted on September 1, 2025.

Currently Closed

2. Applications Open

(February)

Keep an eye on your inbox in early February. To all families who attended an info session, an application will be emailed in early February.

3. Applications Due

(March)

We kindly ask that families please return the completed application no later than March, prior to the new school year.

Enrollment Requirements

  • Applicant must be the legal guardian and have legal custody of the children for whom you are applying.
  • Applicant child must be entering kindergarten, first, second, third or fourth grade for the following school year.
  • If applying on behalf of multiple children, one must meet the above age requirements and siblings entering up to 8th grade are also accepted.
  • Applicants must have a permanent address within the City of Chicago limits.
  • Applicants must show proof of financial need with income no greater than 80% of Chicago Area Median Income guidelines (click here to read our income guidelines).
REGISTER FOR AN INFO SESSION HERE

Want to learn more? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions.

READ OUR FAQ PDF

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