Question 1

When can we apply?

Accepted Answer

Any time. Gateway has rolling admissions and reviews applications year-round, including for mid-year transfers when space allows.

Question 2

How does ESA funding work?

Accepted Answer

Arizona's Empowerment Scholarship Account can cover tuition for eligible students. Processing typically takes around 30 days, so we recommend starting early. Our team helps you through every step.

Question 3

What if we don't qualify for ESA?

Accepted Answer

If ESA isn't an option for your family, talk to our admissions team about other funding and scholarship paths.

Question 4

How big are classes?

Accepted Answer

Classes are small, 12:1 in middle school and 14:1 in high school, so every student gets individualized attention.

Question 5

What diagnoses do you serve?

Accepted Answer

Most Gateway families qualify through an autism diagnosis or a current IEP, bring recent documentation (a psychoeducational evaluation works too) and we'll walk you through exactly how ESA funding applies.

Question 6

Do you accept IEPs and 504 plans?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Share any existing IEP or evaluation with your application.