Question 1

What is STARS Charter School?

Accepted Answer

STARS Charter School is a tuition-free public charter school located in Vass, NC, serving students in grades K–8. The school features a performing arts focus and is open to all North Carolina students through a lottery enrollment process.

Question 2

Is STARS Charter School tuition-free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. STARS Charter School is a public charter school funded by the state of North Carolina. There is no tuition, and enrollment is free for all accepted students.

Question 3

What is STARS Virtual Academy?

Accepted Answer

STARS Virtual Academy (SVA) is a tuition-free online public charter school that serves students in grades 4–9 throughout North Carolina. Students can learn from home while receiving the same quality education as in-person STARS students.

Question 4

How do I enroll at STARS Charter School or STARS Virtual Academy?

Accepted Answer

Enrollment at STARS Charter School and STARS Virtual Academy is done through an application and lottery process. Visit starscharter.org/admissions for current enrollment dates, application forms, and instructions for both the in-person school and the virtual academy.

Question 5

What grades does STARS Charter School serve?

Accepted Answer

STARS Charter School serves grades K–8 at its physical campus in Vass, NC. STARS Virtual Academy serves grades 4–9 online, open to students anywhere in North Carolina.

Day: August 12, 2026

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