Capstone Admissions

Applications are now being accepted!

Applications are now being accepted for Fall 2026 Enrollment.
Both space and financial aid are limited. Apply now!
Application instructions and deadlines are detailed below.

Steps in the Process

• 1. Determine if Capstone is a good fit. Students who succeed in Capstone are:
  - 18-28 years old
  - You have to want to be here and want to grow
  - And we have to think we can help you
  - No recent (2 years) history of physical or verbal aggression
  - No recent (2 years) issues with elopement
  - Independence with basic self-care and movement about community
  - Relatively calm demeanor
  - Foundational communication and literacy skills
  Please note: we are unable to offer one-on-one care.

2. Read through this section to understand our mission, our courses, and our enrollment options.

3. If you have additional questions about Franklin Capstone before applying, call or email us at (952) 230-0607 or admissions@franklinmn.org.

4. Submit an inquiry via here

5. Within the Veracross system, fill out the application and upload the following documents:
- Latest IEP and most recent comprehensive assessment OR psychological-educational evaluation*
- School transcripts*
- Completed Release of Information Form

* = does not apply to current Franklin Academy families

After uploading all the necessary admissions documents into Veracross, our team will conduct a comprehensive review and then coordinate a tour and meeting/interview with our staff to further discuss our program. Following this meeting/interview, a shadow day opportunity may be offered. If we determine that Franklin Capstone is a suitable match, an offer of admissions will be presented.

Every student who is admitted must have a completed medical examination and immunization report.

If questions should arise about the admission policies or procedures, please contact admissions at (952) 230-0607 or admissions@franklinmn.org

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