Magnet Programs & Schools

North East ISD proudly provides the community with a wide variety of choices in public education, especially through its magnet schools and programs. These offer a variety of teaching approaches that help customize a student's educational program.

Magnet Application

Deadlines and Information
Students and parents interested in a magnet program in either middle or high school must submit an application of intent. Students must meet minimum requirements to be considered for enrollment. These requirements vary by magnet program. Each magnet has an application on their website. If there are more qualified students than seats available in the program, the program director may select students by lottery.
- October 1, 2022—Application Deadline Opens
- February 6, 2023 at 11:59 PM —Application Deadline to be considered for the lottery (Students may apply to each program anytime but may be placed on a waiting list if they apply after this date.)
- Notifications will be sent, via email, to parents/students on February 15, 2023.
- The deadline to accept or decline a seat is February 24, 2023.
NESA Application Deadlines
Application deadlines and audition dates for the 2023-24 school year are:
- Fall Auditions: Application deadline October 7, 2022; auditions held on October 22, 2022
- Winter Auditions: Application deadline January 13, 2023; auditions held on January 28, 2023
- Spring Auditions: Application deadline March 31, 2023; auditions held on April 15, 2023

Virtual Event

Join us for a virtual session to learn more about specific magnet programs. Click "LEARN MORE" below to access the schedule and links.

Open House

Join us for an in-person event on campus to learn more about specific magnet programs. Click "LEARN MORE" below to access the schedule and school addresses.

Apply to a Magnet Today!

Each magnet has an application on their website. If there are more qualified students than seats available in the program, the program director may select students by lottery.