Capstone Admissions
The admissions process for Franklin Capstone is a series of conversations, information sharing, and data collection. The goal is to best understand the individual needs of each applicant so we can provide a personalized growth path for each individual.
Applications are now being accepted.
Applications are now being accepted for Fall 2025 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:
– Between 18 and 28
– Want to be here and want to grow
– Have fundamental communication and literacy skills
– Are relatively calm & can interact well in a classroom and community setting
– Can handle basic self-care and function independently
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