Admissions
Admissions Process
The February lottery deadline for the 2026–27 school year has passed, but families are still encouraged to apply to Baltimore Leadership School for Young Women. Waitlist spots can open throughout the year, and submitting an application now keeps your daughter eligible for placement if a seat becomes available.
BLSYW is currently accepting applications for students entering grades 6 through 11 for the 2026–27 school year. Space is limited, so we encourage interested families to apply as soon as possible.
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For admission questions, please contact us:
📧 admissions@blsyw.org
📞 443-642-2048
Open House Events and
Shadow Days
Want to experience BLSYW firsthand? Throughout the admissions season, families will have opportunities to visit our campus, learn more about our academic program, and get a feel for the BLSYW community.
Dates for Open House and Shadow Day events for the 2026–27 school year will be announced soon. We encourage interested families to check back for updates and submit an application so we can stay in touch regarding future admissions events and opportunities.
Eligibility
BLSYW Is Looking for Girls Who
Are eligible for promotion to the 6th- 9th grade.
Desire to attend an all-girls school with rigorous academic requirements.
Desire educational and personal guidance programs to prepare them for college.
Accept the school mission, goals, and operating standards.
Have a strong interest in community and desire to develop leadership skills.
Will adhere to the uniform requirements.
How Does the Application Procedure Work?
Complete an electronic application for BLSYW before the February 2, 2026 at 5PM deadline. The applicant will be entered into a lottery, and names will be drawn for admission to the school on February 9, 2026. All applications received after February 2, 2026 will be added to the waitlist for the upcoming school year for the applicant’s grade. Please note, applications do not roll over to the next school year—you must submit a new application. All families will be notified of their admission status by February 27, 2026.
Learn More
We will electronically send letters of acceptance via email beginning February 10, 2026. Students and parents must electronically confirm their child’s attendance, indicating they agree to enroll in BLSYW by April 10, 2026, at 5:00 pm. Families will then be responsible for returning the student information packet before the last calendar day of school or at the BLSYW Summer Orientation Program.
Ready To Get Started?
The February lottery deadline for the 2026–27 school year has passed, but families are still encouraged to apply to Baltimore Leadership School for Young Women. Waitlist spots can open throughout the year, and submitting an application now keeps your daughter eligible for placement if a seat becomes available.
BLSYW is currently accepting applications for students entering grades 6 through 11 for the 2026–27 school year. Space is limited, so we encourage interested families to apply as soon as possible.
For admission questions, please contact us:
📧 admissions@blsyw.org
📞 443-642-2048
Admission Process
What Criteria is Used in Making Admissions Decisions?
We encourage all girls who are Baltimore City residents to apply. Parent involvement is critical to the success of BLSYW. We expect that each child has a caregiver who understands, accepts, and supports the BLSYW culture. There are no admissions requirements for applying to BLSYW.
Contact Admissions for Support
Need help navigating the admissions process or RSVPing for an open house? We’re here to assist! For personalized support, reach out to our Admissions office at admissions@blsyw.org,or call 443-863-7726.
