Non-Resident Transfer (NRT) Student Program

2025-2026 NRT Application decision notifications will be sent to the email provided on the application starting the middle of June.

 

Welcome to Fort Sam Houston Independent School District (FSHISD) Non-Resident Transfer Program (NRT) home page. In this page you will find up-to-date information about the FSHISD’s NRT program. 

 

Our District is able to offer limited enrollment to students on a tuition-free basis who do not reside within its boundaries but meet certain eligibility criteria. We appreciate your service to our country and want to provide the best education possible to our military-connected students. We look forward to serving your children for as long as our resources will allow.

 

FSHISD proudly serves the children of military personnel and retirees. Our first responsibility is ensuring that all enrolled students’ needs are met in the classroom and in connection with any unique services that each child requires.  We must also prioritize students who reside on the installation as we are the sole District responsible for serving these students.

 

While we are pleased to offer the NRT program to eligible students, we must consider NRT applications with an understanding of the space, instructional and support staff, and other resources required to meet the needs of non-resident students.  During the last few school years Fort Sam Houston ISD has experienced an increased demand that impacts the resources available for non-resident students.  As a result, no transfer students will be accepted if the transfer would require additional staff beyond the resources available  Unfortunately, the District will be unable to accept ANY student who requires the following services because our current and planned FSHISD professional caseloads are filled in the following areas:

 

  • Resource classroom instruction at the Elementary Level (PreK-5)
  • Speech therapy services at the Elementary Level (PreK-5)

 

Please be aware that we will consider each application based upon the student’s needs at the time the NRT Application is submitted to the District. 

 

All NRT students must reapply each year and meet District eligibility criteria.
 
Transfer decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, or ancestral language. In approving transfers, the campus administration will also consider the student’s disciplinary history, attendance, and grades.
 
Register Here as a NRT Student:
 

The 2025-2026 School Year window for new NRT applicants will begin on May 5, 2025.  Applications will not be considered until the application is verified as complete.  Completing the NRT application does not constitute approval. After the District reviews the application, you will receive an email notifying you of the application decision. 

** If you have questions regarding the NRT Program or need assistance with the application process in person please call the District Office at 210-368-8707 or email [email protected]. **