Admissions Information
Gowan Science Academy offers a rigorous, fast-paced curriculum for students in Kindergarten through 8th grade, with a strong focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). Our inquiry-based approach challenges students to reach their full potential and prepares them to thrive in an ever-evolving global community.
As part of the Crane School District, Gowan Science Academy follows the district’s admission policies. We are an Open Enrollment public school and welcome applications from all students residing within Yuma County.
Gowan Science Academy is currently at full capacity for the 2025–2026 school year, and all grade levels have active waitlists.
Applying
The application deadline for the 2025–2026 school year lottery has passed. Admissions for the upcoming school year have been finalized, and all grade levels currently have a waitlist.
If you would like your child to be added to the waitlist, you may still submit an application using the link below:
Please note that applying after the deadline does not guarantee placement, but will place your child on the appropriate waitlist.
If you are interested in applying for the 2026–2027 school year, please see the information below for details on the application process and important dates.
Admission and Application Information
- Since more students register for a place in the school than spaces available, students are selected for admission by random lottery.
- Students must first apply before being accepted and enrolled/registered.
- There are no entrance exams, interviews, costs, or special requirements. We are completely tuition-free.
- We value diversity as a critical part of our school culture. We welcome all applicants from Yuma County. Seats are available at all grade levels, but Kindergarten is the main entry point.
- The 2026-27 school-year lottery application window will open on December 1, 2025.
- Our lottery application window is always December 1st - February 15th.
- The lottery application deadline is always February 15th.
- An application must be submitted before enrollment.
- All applications received after February 15th will be placed on a waiting list on a first-come/first-serve basis.
- An application must be submitted for each student wanting to attend Gowan Science Academy.
- Students must reapply for the lottery each year if they are waitlisted.
- Each year, the waitlist is redrawn.
- Once a student is admitted, they do not have to reapply each year, they retain enrollment until they are promoted or withdraw.
Application
To qualify for the selection process, fully completed applications must be submitted by Sunday, February 15, 2026. If you have any questions or are having any technical issues applying or to schedule a tour, please call us at (928) 539-1210 or email Ms. Bernice at [email protected].
*We cannot predict your child's chances of enrollment, as the number of applications we receive and the number of students who withdraw change yearly.