Admissions

The Appalachian State University Academy at Middle Fork is a tuition-free, public lab school serving grades K-5 and is located in Walkertown, North Carolina.

Any elementary-aged student who lives in Forsyth County, North Carolina is eligible for admission to the Academy.

Admission Guidelines & Eligibility

Any elementary-aged student who lives in Forsyth County, North Carolina is eligible for admission. If you have questions about eligibility, please contact us. Eligible students are accepted in the order in which the applications are received and by grade level and school capacity.

Apply for Enrollment

The 2023-24 application is now open.

Applications will be accepted during the annual enrollment period February - August . It's free to apply.

STEP 1: New families interested in attending the Academy at Middle Fork should create an account to begin the enrollment process — only parents and/or legal guardians should create an account.

STEP 2: Complete this form.

STEP 3: Review the Enrollment Checklist (Lista de Verificación de Inscripción) for a list of required documents. After you submit the forms, someone from the school will contact you.

Want to learn more? Register for an Open House!

Attend an upcoming Open House and discover how the Academy at Middle Fork supports students through a balanced curriculum and a positive behavior support system. Click a date to register for an upcoming Open House session. Enrollment for the 2023-24 school year opens on Feb. 1.