Three organizations can authorize the creation and renewal of New York City charter schools. Click on the links below for more information and to download the appropriate forms.

New York City Department of Education
Click here for application/renewal forms, guidelines, minimum performance standards and grant application forms.

State University of New York (SUNY) - Charter Schools Institute
Click here for an application/renewal forms, deadlines, state and federal grant applications and resources including reports, publications and government contacts.

New York State Education Department - Public School Choice Programs
The Public School Choice Programs coordinates the review process and makes recommendations to the Board of Regents regarding the approval or denial of charter school applications and renewals. Click here for an application/renewal forms, grant forms and a host of other charter school information.