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Admissions Information

Gowan Science Academy provides a challenging inquiry-based Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) curriculum to maximize individual potential and ensure students thrive in a global community. Gowan Science Academy offers a fast-paced, rigorous curriculum for grades kindergarten - 8th. 

The Crane School District drives Gowan Science Academy's admission process.  As an Open Enrollment Public School through the Crane School District, we accept applications from all students within Yuma County.

We are currently at capacity and have a waitlist for all grade levels for the 2024-25 school year. We are no longer accepting applications for this school year. If you are interested in the next school year (2025-26) please read below for further details.  

Admission and Application Information

  • Since more students register for a place in the school, than there are spaces available, students are selected for admission by random lottery.
  • Students must first apply before being accepted and enrolled.
  • 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 2025-26 school year lottery application window will open on December 1, 2024.
  • 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.
  • NEW this year, applications will be submitted online only and will only be accepted online.
  • We will no longer accept paper applications. 
  • 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 Saturday, February 15, 2025.  If you have any questions, 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 each year.

Applying At Gowan Science Academy

Online applications are now available!  Apply by clicking on the link below.
  • Please make sure you click submit after reviewing your application.
  • All Yuma County residents must provide current proof of residence (e.g., utility bill) before their application is processed and accepted. Military families can provide their current military orders.
  • We are NOT accepting registrations. An application must be submitted before being accepted and registered.
 
 

Gowan Science Academy Lottery Application