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The Fall 2026 semester has started. The Winter 2027 semester begins January 11, 2027.

This is your opportunity to take the next step toward your goals and begin your journey with a community dedicated to empowering adult learners through education, support, and growth. Click HERE to submit an interest form for Winter 2027.

Yes, Academy of Hope programs are free of cost to all D.C. residents.

Live in Washington, D.C. and be 18 and over. Those who are interested in enrolling in the National External Diploma Program (NEDP) must be 25+ (22-24 with NEDP manager approval).

Please enroll online or call 202-269-6623.

High school pathways (GED and NEDP) are offered in three time blocks:

  • Morning program: 9 am – 12 pm
  • Afternoon program: 1 pm – 4 pm
  • Evening program: 6 pm – 9 pm
Visit each individual workforce program page to view their schedules.

High school diploma programs can be completed completely online. 

The Nurse Aid Training (NAT) and Phlebotomy Technician Training (PTT) programs are in-person. The information technology workforce programs (CompTIA Tech+, CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, and CompTIA Security+) and Medical Billing and Coding are hybrid (in-person and online).

Yes, classes are offered in-person, online, or hybrid. You have the ability to have a flexible schedule per the principal’s approval.

Sycamore Campus is located at:
1201 Sycamore Drive SE (6th and 7th floors)

Ward 5 Campus is located at:
2315 18th Place NE

Ward 8 Campus is located at:
421 Alabama Avenue SE

You may email a picture of your document(s) to enrollment@aohdc.org.

All documents must include the student’s name and current D.C. address. If you live in a shelter, transitional living, hotel/motel, or with someone temporarily, please call the admissions office to discuss how we can help you. 202-269-6623

Enrollment Steps

  1. The Enrollment Team will contact you via email or phone with further instructions.
  2. Enrollment can be completed online or in person.
  3. All applicants must take the CASAS test as a mandatory requirement for ALL programs.

Proof of DC Residency Requirement

During the enrollment process, all students must provide proof of a DC home address. The following documents are accepted:

✅ A valid State ID or Driver’s License is required with all documents

✅One of the following proof of residency documents:

  • Official documentation of financial assistance from the DC government (TANF, Medicaid, SNAP, etc.)
  • SSI Benefit Verification Letter
  • Military verification letter, including military orders or a DEERS statement
  • Embassy letter with an official embassy seal indicating embassy-sponsored housing in DC
  • Unexpired DC motor vehicle documents, including:
    • DC driver’s license, permit, or official non-driver ID
    • DC vehicle registration
  • A valid State ID or Driver’s License, plus one of the following:
    • Unexpired lease with proof of rent payment within the last 2 months. (Housing Assistance is accepted.)
    • Utility bill (gas, water, or electricity only) with proof of payment within the last 2 months
    • Two recent pay stubs (dated within 45 days of registration) showing DC tax withholding

For any questions regarding the enrollment process, please contact our Enrollment Team. We look forward to assisting you!

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Academy of Hope offers FREE programs to DC residents over the age of 18. Enroll today and begin your journey toward your education and career goals!

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