Early College High Schools (ECHS) are innovative high schools that allow students least likely to attend college an opportunity to earn a high school diploma and 60 college credit hours.

Competition for jobs is intense. Not too long ago, a high school diploma was substantial enough to land a career, but now a bachelor degree is a basic qualification for nearly every industry position. Since higher education is a necessity in today’s workforce, attending an early college program while still in high school is a proactive way to ensure students are on a clear path towards obtaining a college degree.

Early College High Schools (ECHS) are innovative high schools that allow students least likely to attend college an opportunity to earn a high school diploma and 60 college credit hours.

Attending an early college program also offers a range of unique benefits including:

• Provide dual credit at no cost to students
• Offer rigorous instruction and accelerated courses
• Provide academic and social support services to help students succeed
• Increase college readiness, and
• Reduce barriers to college access.

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