Frequently Asked Questions
- What is a New York City (NYC) College Board School?
- How is a NYC College Board School different from any other public school?
- What are the grade levels in NYC College Board Schools?
- How many students are in NYC College Board Schools?
- What are the programs, curriculum and courses like?
- Will my child receive supplemental services, like speech, in a College Board school?
- Do NYC College Board Schools charge tuition?
- How are students admitted to NYC College Board Schools?
- Where are NYC College Board Schools located?
What is a New York City (NYC) College Board School?
NYC College Board Schools are New York City public schools, grades 6–12, being developed in collaboration with the New York City Department of Education, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation with the goal of connecting all students to college success.
How is a NYC College Board School different from any other public school?
The mission of every NYC College Board school is to prepare students for access to and success in college. Students in NYC College Board Schools will use College Board programs and services including SpringBoard™ (in reading and mathematics), College Ed®, and MyRoad™; take the PSAT/NMSQT® and SAT® assessments; and take Advanced Placement Program® courses.
What are the grade levels in NYC College Board Schools?
NYC College Board Schools will serve students in grades 6–12. When a NYC College Board School opens, sixth and ninth grade students will be admitted for the first three years. Beginning in year four, only sixth grade students will be admitted.
How many students are in NYC College Board Schools?
NYC College Board Schools are small, personalized environments with a maximum of 75-80 students per grade, and a total of 525-560 students in grades 6–12.
What are the programs, curriculum, and courses like?
NYC College Board Schools are created in collaboration with the NYC Department of Education, and use New York State and City curriculum and programs, including Balanced Literacy, Impact Mathematics, and Math A & B. In addition, NYC College Board Schools utilize all of the programs and services of the College Board, including:
SpringBoard English & Mathematics (Grades 6–12)
SpringBoard is a comprehensive and integrated curriculum program designed to increase the number and broaden the diversity of students prepared to succeed in college and Advanced Placement Program (AP®) courses.
CollegeEd (Grades 7–12)
CollegeEd is a program designed to inspire middle school students and their families to prepare for college success and to believe that college is possible.
PSAT/NMSQT (Grades 9–11)
The Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) is an assessment to help build college readiness in high school students. It measures the critical reading, math reasoning, and writing skills that students have developed over the course of their education.
SAT Readiness Program™ (Grades 9–11)
The SAT Readiness Program is the College Board's collection of online, print, and professional development resources to help students prepare for the new SAT, which will be first administered in March 2005.
MyRoad (Grades 9–12)
MyRoad (www.myroad.com) is the Web-based tool that enables students to explore majors, careers, and colleges. It includes an online test that identifies students' strengths, learning preferences, motivators, and development opportunities, and helps counselors connect with students.
Advanced Placement Program (Grades 9–12)
The AP Program is a voluntary program that offers high school students the opportunity to take one or more college-level courses while they are still in high school.
Other Programs (Grades 6–12)
In addition, the College Board will assist all students needing extra support in literacy and mathematics through supplementary programs.
Will my child receive supplemental services, like speech, in a College Board school?
Yes. Students receive all mandated services as described in his/her Individual Education Plan.
Do NYC College Board Schools charge tuition?
No. NYC College Board Schools are public schools, and are free for eligible New York City residents
How are students admitted to NYC College Board Schools?
NYC College Board Schools are unscreened (non-selective). All NYC College Board Schools require submission of an application and attendance at School Orientation Night. Applications are provided by the guidance counselors in your school.
Students will be eligible for acceptance as long as they have met the promotional standards for their grade (as determined by NY State), and are residents of New York City.
See Admissions section for more information.
Where are NYC College Board Schools located?
There are College Board Schools throughout New York City. View the list of contact information for all NYC College Board Schools.
