Enroll in Buffalo charter schools Today!

Applications for next school year open on Nov. 1, 2026! Explore and apply today!

EBC Application opens on Nov. 1, 2026!

Starting on November 1, 2026, Buffalo families can use EBC's Common Application to apply to a wide variety of innovative and tuition-free Buffalo charter schools for the 2027-28 school year.Once you've explored all of the options near you, use link button below to apply to one school -- or several schools -- in a matter of minutes.

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Open the door to a quality school where your child will thrive and feel safe!

From Pre-K through Grade 12, participating EBC schools each offer their own unique approach to learning. Use our interactive map to explore all of the tuition-free, public school options in your Buffalo neighborhood.

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Have questions about your school options?

Learn more about the public and tuition-free K-12 schools available in your community. Find answers to your questions about charter schools and how they innovate to meet the needs of Buffalo students.

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Charter schools are public, tuition-free schools that are open equally to all students. Charter schools provide safe, high-quality education options to students and families regardless of their zip code.

Want to Enroll Your Child?

The enrollment lottery for 2026-27 was held in April 2026, but there are still seats available for next school year! Click the link to explore schools with available seats for 2026-27 and easily apply today!

Charter schools are public, tuition-free schools that are open equally to all students. Charter schools provide safe, high-quality education options to students and families regardless of their zip code.

Want to Enroll Your Child?

The enrollment lottery for 2026-27 was held in April 2026, but there are still seats available for next school year! Click the link to explore schools with available seats for 2026-27 and easily apply today!

Applications open on Nov. 1!