Question 1

Why should I apply to the Las Vegas Academy of the Arts?

Accepted Answer

The Las Vegas Academy of the Arts (LVA) is a public magnet high school dedicated to Performing  and Visual Arts. Students must choose a major in which to audition for – 2D Visual Design, 3D Sculpture, Media Arts & Communication, Film/Video Production, Photography, Dance, Theatre Acting, Theatre Tech, Band, Guitar, Jazz, Mariachi, Orchestra, Piano, and Vocal. LVA graduates consistently 99+% of students. On average LVA seniors are offered over 20 million dollars in scholarships each year.

Question 2

How do I get in?

Accepted Answer

First, you must submit an application (you can apply online at  https://magnet.ccsd.net/.  Applications are due by 3:00 pm, January 13, 2026. Once submitted, an email will be sent with your confirmation. Audition information is available at lasvegasacademy.net under the Admissions tab. Auditions are open to students entering grades 9, 10, and 11.  Admissions decisions are made based on that audition.

Question 3

When do I find out if I have been accepted?

Accepted Answer

Federal regulations for Magnet Schools mandate that all students be apprised on the same date. After the lottery applicants will be emailed their results. Please contact your first choice school if you have not received the notification email by March 2026. Unfortunately, no magnet school can tell you any information before that date.

Question 4

Is bus transportation provided?

Accepted Answer

Yes. CCSD Transportation picks up LVA students from all over the valley, including Boulder City! Due to our busy rehearsal schedules, LVA has a late bus every day at 4  pm – including Fridays.

Question 5

How is LVA different from a my zoned high school?

Accepted Answer

Your school starts at 7 am and ends at 2 pm (thirty minutes longer). Our academic  program is rigorous and grades are very important. Students are expected to maintain a 2.0 GPA to remain at LVA and to be eligible for performances, special school activities,  field trips, etc.

Students will receive double the amount of instruction in their major, than in their normal zone programs. Our major blocks are 86 minutes every single day, with academic and elective courses happening every other day.

At LVA, students grow artistically, academically, emotionally and as leaders. Your journey is your own and your competition will be with yourself, to progress personally as much as you can. There are incredible, unique opportunities for students - including performing and making art in the community, traveling nationally and internationally, and working with world-class guest artists as part of our Master Artist Series.

For more detailed information, check out www.lasvegasacademy.net.

Question 6

Does LVA have sports?

Accepted Answer

No – we do not have an athletic program. LVA students can participate in sports at their zoned home school or in club sports, as long as they are eligible. We do have concerts, plays, exhibits, and after school activities 140 out of 180 school nights in a school year.

Question 7

What makes a student a good fit for LVA?

Accepted Answer

Students must have a LOVE of and passion for the arts (or ready to appreciate them). Instead of going to football and basketball games, students go to plays, dance shows, art shows, and concerts. If accepted, you must want to come here and you agree to stay for the entire school year. Please remember that many other students wanted the seat you accepted to you, so it is important that you fill all the requirements of being an LVA student.

LVA students are kind, hard-working, passionate, dedicated, intelligent and creative! Our community is unique and there is a place for everyone to thrive and succeed. Every year our students make lifelong friendships because we are brought together by shared interests and passion.

Question 8

How much does it cost to attend LVA?

Accepted Answer

Las Vegas Academy of the Arts is a tuition-free public magnet school within the Clark County School District — there is no cost to attend, and no tuition is ever charged to enroll or remain a student here.That said, as with most performing arts programs, there are some additional costs families should plan for depending on their student's conservatory and major:Instruments and supplies — Some music majors may need to rent or own an instrument, method books, or reeds/strings; guitar and piano students may need supplies specific to their study.Attire — Concert attire, dance wear, or costume pieces for performances and competitions.Festival and competition fees — Many ensembles travel to festivals, adjudications, and competitions; associated fees vary by event.Optional trips — Some conservatories offer optional travel opportunities (domestic or international) at an additional cost.Spirit wear and class materials — Optional spirit wear, art supplies, or class-specific materials depending on major.
We know these costs can add up, and we never want them to be a barrier to a student's arts education. LVA and the Friends of LVA Foundation (FOLVA) offer support options for families who need it.Families are also invited, but never required, to support the school through FOLVA's voluntary Parent Funding Agreement (PFA), which directly funds classroom resources and teacher support across all conservatories and has benefits like complimentary tickets and other classroom materials.

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