Early College High School Program
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About PSJA ISD's Early College High Schools
All of PSJA ISD high schools are designated Early College, which makes them innovative high schools that allow students to attend college and high school simultaneously. Each student has the opportunity to earn a high school diploma and a 2-year Associate Degree or 60 college credit hours towards a four-year Bachelor’s Degree at no cost to the student or the parents. Early College High Schools offer rigorous instruction and provide academic, social and emotional support services to help students succeed.
Información sobre las Preparatorias Early College de PSJA
Todas las preparatorias de PSJA ofrecen la oportunidad de que los estudiantes se graduen de la preparatoria y obtengan créditos universitarios simultáneamente. Estas escuelas de llaman Early College y le dan a los alumnos la oportunidad de obtener un certificado de dos años o 60 horas de crédito que les ayudará a terminar la universidad de cuatro años más pronto. Las clases universitarias en la preparatoria no tienen costo para el padre o el alumno y ofrecen un currículo riguroso, apoyo académico, social y emocional para que los estudiantes tengan éxito.
Who can participate?
All PSJA ISD high schools, including special purpose campuses are now designated Early College, giving every student the opportunity to start taking college classes as early as their 9th grade year. Most of our students meet academic requirements to take college classes as early as their 8th grade year, getting them ready to take full advantage of this opportunity once they reach high school.
¿Quién puede participar?
Todas las preparatorias del Distrito Escolar de PSJA son designadas Early College, dandole a cada estudiante la oportunidad de tomar clases universitarias desde noveno grado. La mayoría de nuestros alumnos alcanzan la meta académica requerida para empezar a tomar clases universitarias desde el octavo año de secundaria para que esten listos y tomen ventaja de esta oportunidad cuando lleguen a la preparatoria.
What type of degrees are offered?
Through the district’s partnership with South Texas College, students are able to earn most of the available Associate Degrees or College Certificates offered at the college. Visit with your child’s counselor to learn more about these degrees and select a plan that best fits your child’s interest.
¿Qué tipo de licenciaturas y certificados hay disponibles?
El Distrito Escolar de PSJA esta colaborando con South Texas College para ofrecer la mayoría de las licenciaturas y certificados que el colegio ofrece. Visite el consejero(a) de su hijo(a) para conocer más sobre las licenciaturas que ofrecen y seleccionar el mejor plan de estudios que sea de interes para su hijo(a).
Associate Degrees
- Interdisciplinary
- Criminal Justice
- Mathematics
- Biology
- Physics
PSJA Collegiate Academies
- Dual Enrollment Medical Science Academy
- Dual Enrollment Engineering Academy
- Dual Enrollment Computer Science Academy
- Dual Enrollment Criminal Justice Academy
- Dual Enrollment Business Administration Academy
- Collegiate Academy of Advertising/Public Relations*
- Collegiate Academy of Graphic Arts*
- Collegiate Academy of Education*
STC Certificates
- Computer & Internet Specialist
- Medical Office Specialist
- Electrician Assistant
- Multimedia Specialist
- Precision Manufacturing Technology
- Structural Welding
- Automotive
*** Availability by campus may be different
What benefits would my child have participating in an Early College High School?
Early College High Schools allow students to earn college credit while they are still in high school. As part of an Early College HS, students take college classes, get textbooks and transportation to and from our higher education partner South Texas College at no charge. By taking advantage of these opportunities, students can complete a college credential before graduating from high school, allowing them to complete a four-year degree sooner. These students are more likely to continue to master or doctorate level programs.
¿Qué beneficios tendria mi hijo(a) al participar en el Programa Early College?
Las Preparatorias Early College permiten a los alumnos obtener créditos universitarios mientras curzan la preparatoria. Como parte del programa, los cursos universitarios son completamente gratis y también no hay cobro por el uso de libros o transporte al colegio South Texas College. Al tomar ventaja de esta oportunidad, alumnos obtienen certificados y licenciaturas del colegio, ayudando que se graduen de la universidad con una licenciatura de cuatro años más rápido. También muchos de estos estudiantes toman ventaja del tiempo y dinero ahorrado para continuar estudiando y obtener una maestría o doctorado.