Admissions Criteria

Students are selected, after an interview, based on their level of motivation, the interest they exhibit in the school and their potential to benefit from a small, supportive school environment. Preference is given to students who are in need of additional support services to ensure their continued attendance in high school. The school does not discriminate on the basis of an applicant's race, color, creed, gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, or disability.

School Application Instructions

Harvey Milk High School (HMHS) is a small, transfer high school seeking applicants who are ready to take full ownership of their learning and who are motivated and committed to successfully complete their high school education.  HMHS provides all students with a safe, supportive, and engaging educational environment with the support of its partnering community based organization, The Hetrick-Martin Institute (HMI).

Many of our students take advantage of the after-school program and services provided by HMI, an organization with over a 25 year history of working with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, at-risk, and straight youth.  HMI’s after-school programs include experiences in the arts, music, socialization, health, and counseling, among others.  In addition, HMHS students participate in other extracurricular activities including the NYC Mentoring Program, College Preview Program at New York University, Cooper Union’s Saturday Art Program, NYU Law School’s High School Law program, and the American Museum of Natural History’s after-school science program.

 Currently we are seeking transfer applicants who present between 6 to 18 credits with a minimum age of 16 years old.   We consider all applicants on a case-by-case basis.  Please note that applicants presenting 30 or more credits (senior year) are required to remain at HMHS for at least a year or more to complete all requirements.  Specific questions regarding the above stated requirements/expectations should be directed to the Admissions Coordinator at the above number.

Please submit all required documents listed below.  Although applications will be accepted throughout the year, the deadline to submit your application is as follows:

For September admissions:  Applications are due by June 1^st .  Applications submitted through the first two weeks of September may be considered if there is available space.

For February admissions: Applications are due by January 5^th.  Applications submitted through the first two weeks of February may be considered if there is available space.

Documents Required: (Please Make Copies of all Documents)            

● Completed Application

● Most Recent High School Transcript(s)

● Record of Attendance

● Birth Certificate

● Immunization Record (Including Hepatitis B series)

● Parent or legal Guardian must meet with Admissions Coordinator and present Official ID

● Proof of Address (e.g., Gas/Electric Bill, Lease, Official Letter from Group Home, etc.)

● Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) — students who have been Certified to receive Special

    Education services MUST submit copy of IEP.

Application process:

·          Pick up an application from the reception area at 2 Astor Place, 3^rd Floor, between 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

·          Complete application and submit All Required Documents by the deadline indicated above.  You Must Hand deliver your Application & Documents.        

·          After the admissions committee reviews your application you will be called back for an interview if you qualify.  If you are called back for an interview,  your parent or guardian is not required to attend the interview.

·          Once all interviews are conducted, applicants will be contacted via phone and/or mail regarding decisions for admission.

Copy of Admissions Application