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Poolesville Admissions Overview
Who can apply, which programs Poolesville offers, and what the application includes.
Read the guideKey Dates
The application window, the Round 1 and Round 2 dates, with a live countdown.
See the datesApplication Preparation
The criteria MCPS publishes and the two application essays.
Plan preparationSchool Fit
What to weigh beyond selectivity before your student applies.
Think it throughParent FAQ
Short answers to the questions families ask most.
Read the FAQPoolesville Center programs admissions timeline for fall 2027 entry
Every published date for the Poolesville Center application: Round 1 due November 6, 2026, acceptance and Round 2 due February 12, 2027.
Read the guidePoolesville criteria-based programs: benchmarks, review and essays
The published MCPS benchmarks for Poolesville SMCS and Humanities, how the review committee works, and the two 2026-27 essay questions.
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