For the 2026–2027 school year, magnet applications will be submitted exclusively through the Greenville County Schools Parent Backpack Portal. Magnet applications will open on November 10, 2025, at 8:00 AM. Round 1 will close at 4:00 PM on November 25, 2025. 

It is not necessary for students zoned to attend the magnet program at GMA. Students zoned to attend another district middle school who are interested in GMA's magnet program are encouraged to apply. Please apply during Application Round 1, as spaces in the program are limited and fill quickly. A waitlist is maintained for students who qualify but are not offered a seat at GMA due to program space availability.

*As a reminder, you may only submit ONE magnet application each school year, but you may apply for more than one program at a time! Be certain to apply for all programs of interest at the time of application, as you cannot amend your application or reapply to different programs during future application rounds.

Magnet Applications - HOW DO I APPLY TO GREENVILLE MIDDLE ACADEMY?

Applications will be available during the six magnet rounds. See the link below.

 Magnet Rounds

For more information, visit the  GCS Magnet Page