Families in Rogers, Lowell, and across Northwest Arkansas can now apply for the LISA Academy 2026–27 school year! As one of Arkansas’s leading tuition-free, college-prep public charter school systems, LISA Academy is proud to welcome new students into a learning community built on STEM-C education, advanced academics, and strong family partnerships.

Whether you are new to the region or exploring school choice options, this is the perfect time to submit an application—or reserve a spot on a campus tour to experience LISA Academy firsthand.

Apply Today

Applications for the 2026–27 school year are officially open.
👉 Families can apply online anytime.
👉 Current LISA Academy students do not need to reapply.

In addition to applying, families are encouraged to reserve a school tour at LISA Academy Rogers-Bentonville Middle-High or another NWA campus to learn more about classrooms, programs, and day-to-day student life.

Why Northwest Arkansas Families Choose LISA Academy

1. STEM-C & College Prep Focus

LISA Academy prepares students for the careers of tomorrow through a rigorous STEM-C curriculum that integrates science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and computer science. Students benefit from:

This college-prep model helps students build confidence, problem-solving skills, and readiness for higher education.

2. Advanced & Gifted Learning Opportunities

Gifted and advanced learners thrive at LISA Academy. Our campuses offer:

These opportunities provide challenge, depth, and creativity across grade levels.

3. Safe, Supportive School Environment

Families consistently cite LISA Academy’s smaller campuses, caring faculty, and strong communication as reasons they choose our schools. A positive culture—combined with a focus on character, leadership, and consistency—helps every child find their place.

4. Student Life Beyond the Classroom

LISA Academy’s Northwest Arkansas campuses offer a wide range of extracurricular opportunities that help students build confidence, teamwork, and leadership skills. Programs include:

These experiences help students discover their strengths both in and out of the classroom.

5. Convenient Before and After-School Care

For busy Northwest Arkansas families, LISA Academy partners with trusted afterschool providers who offer on-campus before and after-school care.
Families simply select their campus to view options and enroll.

A Tuition-Free Public Charter School

LISA Academy is committed to providing high-quality, accessible education for families across Rogers, Lowell, Bentonville, Springdale, and the broader NWA community. As a tuition-free public charter school, we believe every student deserves access to advanced academics, STEM-C learning, and college-prep opportunities.

How to Apply

Families interested in joining LISA Academy for the 2026–27 school year can get started in two easy ways:

1. Apply Online

Submit your application today to be included in the public lottery.

2. Schedule a Campus Tour

Learn more about academics, culture, and student life by visiting a LISA Academy campus in person.

Join Us for the 2026–27 School Year

As Northwest Arkansas continues to grow, so does the demand for high-quality, innovative education. LISA Academy is proud to serve families in Rogers, Lowell, and surrounding communities with a mission grounded in academic excellence, STEM-C innovation, and student success.

Apply today—and see why more families across NWA choose LISA Academy each year.