Urban Assembly Academy of Government and Law
The Urban Assembly Academy of Government and Law, on the 3rd floor of 350 Grand Street, builds its classes around law and government, with mock trials, debate and lawyer mentors.
| Address | 350 Grand Street, 3rd floor, New York, NY 10002 |
|---|---|
| Grades | 9 to 12 |
| Admissions | Educational Option |
| Students | 258 (2024–25) |
| Main office | (212) 505-0745 |
| Principal | Jacqueline D'Agostino |
| Parent coordinator | Mr. Capellan (book a meeting or tour through the school website) |
| Website | uaagl.org |
Key dates
- October 6 to December 4, 2026High school applications for fall 2027 are open on MySchools. Students list up to 12 programs.
- Spring 2027High school offers are released.
About the school
- Law and Ethics, Forensic Science, Government and AP U.S. History
- Mock trials, debate and visits to state and federal courts
- Lawyer mentors; partners include Street Law, New York law firms and the Manhattan District Attorney's Office
- AP English, AP Statistics and AP Spanish
- Clubs, intramurals and Seward Park Campus PSAL teams
The school is one of five in the Seward Park Campus at 350 Grand Street, between Essex and Ludlow Streets. Students across the campus share PSAL sports teams, the pool and some clubs. Nearest subway: F, M, J or Z to Delancey Street–Essex Street.
Tours
Book a tour or a meeting with the parent coordinator through the calendar link on uaagl.org; a virtual tour is also on the site.
How to apply
Students apply in 8th grade (or as first-time 9th graders) on MySchools, listing up to 12 programs in order of preference. NYC Public Schools' announcement has tips for choosing. Families new to the city after the deadline enroll through a Family Welcome Center.
Questions parents ask
How do I tour the Urban Assembly Academy of Government and Law?
Book through the parent coordinator's calendar link on uaagl.org, or take the virtual tour.
Official links
Last checked October 15, 2026. We re-check this page every week against Urban Assembly Academy of Government and Law's own website and NYC sources. Details change, so confirm anything important directly. Something to add or correct? Tell us.