Admissions: Policy & Eligibility
The FAST LotterY
FAST admits students through a fair, random lottery managed by a third party. Applications for the 2026–27 school year open January 1, 2026 at 12pm. Submit by February 6 to be included in the lottery drawing on February 13. Late applications are added to the waitlist in order they are received. Families are notified of results shortly after.
Eligibility
Students must reside within the Fulton County Schools district (outside Atlanta city limits) and meet standard age requirements for public school enrollment. FAST does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, religion, or disability.