How to Apply

Enrollment for the 2026-2027 academic school year is open! Apply by January 15, 2026, to be considered for Early Decision. Students who apply Early Decision receive priority consideration for both class placement and financial aid. Admission decisions for Early Decision applicants are released on February 1, 2026. Follow Our Steps to Apply:

We are excited to receive your application for CSS! Our School seeks students and families with diverse backgrounds, talents, and interests. The criteria for admission include:

Student interest and character
Academic aptitude and achievement
Recommendations
Interview & Assessment

The School-family-student match is an essential part of the decision-making process. In addition to evaluating individual merit and the appropriateness of a CSS education for each student, the composition of each class and what a student will bring to that dynamic is also considered. During your application process, we encourage families to attend our Admission events to get to know our CSS mission and community.

Please follow these application steps:

Apply

Step 1

Submit an official inquiry form to The Colorado Springs School.

Step 2

Attend an upcoming Admissions event, Personal Campus Tour, or Virtual Information Session.

Step 3

Apply Online for The Colorado Springs School by submitting the application and $125 non-refundable fee (current families exempt).

PreKindergarten applicants must be 3 years old as of the date they start school in order to be considered for enrollment. In addition, all PreKindergarten applicants must be toilet-independent prior to beginning at CSS. For example, if your child turns 3 in December, your child may enroll beginning that month.

International students, visit our International Student Homestay webpage for more information and to review the application process.

Note: Once you have submitted an application, you will have access to the CSS SchoolAdmin Portal and will be provided with a checklist that includes information on all of the steps and documentation necessary to complete your student’s application. You will receive an email upon application submission with access information.

*You must complete ALL required checklist items in order for your student’s application to be considered ready for an admissions decision.

Step 4

Financial Aid: If applicable, apply here: Clarity for need-based Financial Aid.

In order to apply for need-based Financial Aid, an admission application must be fully completed.

See the Tuition page for more information.

Step 5

As part of the application process, CSS conducts age-appropriate assessments.

Step 6

After an admission decision is made, you will be notified via email.

Upon acceptance, completing the online enrollment contract and submitting your child's non-refundable tuition deposit will guarantee a place for your child in their respective grade level.

Please do not hesitate to contact the Enrollment Management Team by phone at (719) 434-3500 or by email admission@css.org with questions regarding the application process.