THE APPLICATION PROCESS FOR ADMISSIONS FOR THE 2017-18 SCHOOL HAS CONCLUDED. THE PROCESS WILL RE-OPEN IN SEPTEMBER OF 2017 FOR THE 2018-19 SCHOOL YEAR.
The Arts Academy at Benjamin Rush is a student-centered community that encourages intellectual growth and curiosity while promoting academic excellence in and through the arts.
Before an audition can be granted, students must first meet all academic criteria:
* Strong academic record [A’s & B’s ]
* Excellent attendance and punctuality: (No more than 15 days absent or late)
* Excellent behavior (No suspensions on record)
* 80th percentile on standardized tests
*Please note that all prospective students must apply online. Click below for instructions. Students applying from outside the district must have their schools send official transcripts directly to The Arts Academy at Benjamin Rush. This happens automatically for students who apply within the district.
Click here to download the audition requirements for the Arts Academy at Benjamin Rush.
CLICK HERE FOR AN OVERVIEW OF THE SCHOOL SELECTION PROCESS FOR THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA. (WILL BE UPDATED SHORTLY)
I am wondering how we go about applying for the 2016/2017 school year? My son James really wants to go to Rush and he is an amazing trumpet player with excellent grades. I am new to this whole applying to high schools, he is my oldest and when I was younger I was not given a choice, I went to Washington.
I look forward to your response.
Thank you
Melissa Morton
LikeLike
Melissa, click on the option above OVERVIEW OF THE SCHOOL SELECTION PROCESS FOR THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA. this will give you the info you need. Apply by november 13, 2015 for next year
LikeLike
what if you have an IEP?
LikeLike
how do you put in your auditon for this school.
LikeLike
Hi….I submitted the online application for my daughter to attend your school. I just wanted to know where to send the admission requirements or will I be notified when to submit them. My daughter and I attended the Open House last week and we were both very impressed with your program. Thank you in advance for your assistance.
LikeLike
Will there be any open houses for prospective students in the near future. My son and I would love to see the school.
LikeLike
where is the application
LikeLike
Do you need to be a Philadelphia resident to attend? If not, and the November 13 deadline has passed, is there another opportunity to apply?
LikeLike
Are any of the admission requirements ever waived for any reason? We submitted an application and her records but I am not 100% sure if she meets all of the requirements. We are a nervous wreck waiting to see if she will receive a phone call for an audition. She truly wants this more than anything. If there is absolutely no chance due to her not meeting all of the requirements, I would like to prepare her. Thank you.
LikeLike
I missed the cutoff but I still really want to apply is there any way to
LikeLike
i applied for rush high school, i am auditioning for instrumental music(piano). do we have to memorize the music piece we chose???
thank you!
LikeLike
If I can’t apply this year, is there a chance where I could apply next year September and transfer by October?
LikeLike
When are the audition days. Do we call the school or do the school call us for auditions? Can we bring art awards to the auditions
LikeLike
hey, rush called me for the audition, but i lost track of the date and i want to confirm the exact date i have the audition.
LikeLike
Can I still apply if I have one C and 74 percentile on my PSSA
LikeLike
We applied for my son back on November before cutoff. He met every requirement except the standardized test scores. If we didn’t get a call by now, are we to assume he didn’t even get called for an audition. Will we get some kind of rejection letter either way?
LikeLike
Hello, my son will be completing sixth grade this June. I am not happy with the school environment that he is in. He is a very talented student who sings writes songs as well as plays keyboard. My plan will be to home school him next school year he is a good student academically. I strongly feel that he will be able to compete two school years in one year and woul be ready to apply to Benjamin Rush in the 2017,2018 school year. So my question is are students who are home schooled still consider for admission?
LikeLike
when do you apply for the 2017-2018 school year?
LikeLike
I am raising my grand daughter, she goes to St Dominic’s and will be be graduating 8th grade in 2017. When will there be an open house for 2017-201 and when can we apply for admission. She has been dancing for 12 years tap , jazz ballet and point. She is a good student and gets good grades.
Thankyou,
LikeLike
I think you can apply in November. Check back here in September.
LikeLike
I think there is an open house in October
LikeLike
is it to late to apply for 2016-17 year? I really wanted my daughter to go here she is currently in Catholic school and she needs more diversity. She has a fantastic voice and she plays the piano. She has all the requirements needed. Thank you
LikeLike
I was wondering is it to late to apply as a transfer? If so could I apply in September as one?
LikeLike
Hi my name is Ehsan Nasher I was wondering in what grade do PSSA scores matter 7th grade or 8th grade and if u don’t get a good grade like a basic in the PSSA can u still get exepted if you have good grades for your report card
Thank you
LikeLike
Where can I get a supply list?
LikeLike
Hi I was wondering how I can apply for the arts academy for the following school year 2017-2018 or 2016-2017
LikeLike
HI , my daughter currently attends Philadelphia Academy Charter Grade School. She will be graduating 8th grade, June of 2017. Moreover, she has an IEP. Therefore, do you accept children with an IEP? Furthermore, she is interested in auditioning for theatre.
Thank you
LikeLike
Can you apply for tenth grade?
LikeLike
Can students audition if they are in the 10th grade?
LikeLike
Yes, current 9th graders can apply for 10th grade. I believe the deadline is 11/11.
LikeLike
I think you can apply matter what year of high school you are currently in.
LikeLike
My daughter and I submitted the application online weeks ago but have not heard back about an audition. How / when will parents and students be notified?
LikeLike
Good morning, I submitted an application for my daughter who is highly interested in attending the Arts Academy at Benjamin Rush her name is Beckham-Maldonado who is in the 8th grade and attends New Foundations Charter School. I have not heard anything yet and I wanted to know if you have received the application and how soon we can get feedback. Thank you.
LikeLike
Hi when will you hold auditions
LikeLike
hello im 8th grade i go to harding middle school i really love your school and hope i get to be apart of it i sing i want to be better and chase my dream to sing im mychelle ayanna diaz
LikeLike
Hi my name Kyle dantzler an 8th grade student and I really don’t understand why I was not picked for your school
LikeLike
Hi my name is Kyle dantzler an 8th grade student and I really dont understand why I was not picked for your school
LikeLike