YWLCS Admissions
By law, charter schools are open to all students and cannot charge tuition or administer admission tests. If you are a young woman entering grades 7-12 and live in the city of Chicago, you are eligible to attend YWLCS.
Admissions Status for the 2011-12 School Year
The lottery for the 2011-12 school year was held on February 10, 2011. Currently, there are available slots in several grade levels for the 2011-12 school year. To apply for one of these grade-level slots for either the 2011-2012 or 2012-2013 academic year, please submit an application to YWLCS, 2641 South Calumet Avenue, Chicago, IL 60616 and indicate which grade level is of interest to you or your daughter.
Please click here to download an application, or contact Ms. Bryant or Mr. Guzman at 312-949-9400 extension 100 to have one sent to you. You can also pick up an application from the main office at 2641 S. Calumet Ave. Chicago, IL 60616.
Step-by-Step to Becoming a YWLCS Student in 2012-13
- Learn about the school. Click here to get started.
- Attend an Open House. If you wish to be considered as an applicant for the 2012-13 school year, you must attend one of two YWLCS Open Houses, which will occur in December 8, 2011 and on January 28, 2012.
- Complete the application. Applications will be available beginning in November 2011.
- Submit the application. Applications will be due by mail or in person on February 6, 2012. Applications received after this date will be put on the waiting list.
- Wait to hear from us. The lottery will be completed on February 9, 2012.
- Reserve your spot by registering immediately.
- Prepare for your first day at YWLCS.
If you have any questions or concerns about the application process, please click here for Frequently Asked Questions or contact our main office at 312-949-9400 extension 100.