Essex County College reaches out with programs that help high school students bridge the gap to college, and get a jump-start on their college careers in the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In keeping with the mission of the College, the partnership programs present educational programming that fosters readiness, retention and success for all students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Taking Essex County College courses while in high school help students to prepare for the social and academic requirements of college while having the additional support available to high school students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Benefits of Early College\/Dual Enrollment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n FOR MORE INFORMATION<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n 973-877-4475 or 973.877-1899<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Early College<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n This program provides high school students residing in Essex county with access to College staff and programming that will include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n College Tour<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n To give students an introduction to Essex County College, learn about majors\/minors, see facilities\/labs, meet current students and staff, and have the chance to ask questions. Early College Summer Program<\/em><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n This 6-week Summer Program aims to not only prevent the \u201cSummer Slide\u201d which often happens to students during the summer months, but also, propel students, particularly those entering their senior year into a college-ready mindset. Offered to rising high school juniors and seniors residing in Essex county. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n The program is held at Newark Campus, July 7 – August 15, Monday through Thursday, 9am to 2:30pm. NO COST to eligible participants. Lunch included.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Opportunity to earn college credits while in high school (English 101-3 credits, College Success Seminars – 3 credits). Engage in a robust set of workshops for college and career exploration, professional and social skills. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Download the enrollment application here.<\/a><\/strong><\/u>\u00a0Send your inquiry to pcrpt1@essex.edu<\/a>. Call for more information: Ms. Calleros 973-877-3438<\/a><\/em>. Concurrent Enrollment<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Students who wish to enroll in Essex County College courses while still in high school may apply to the College and take classes as a visiting student<\/em><\/strong> on any of our two campus locations. To apply, students must:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Courses are offered during the fall, spring and summer semesters. For<\/em> Essex County residents, courses taken on Newark or West Essex campus or on-line will be $60.00 per course credit. Textbook fee not included.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Students will receive an Essex County College grade which will appear along with the course credits on their ECC transcript. These courses may also satisfy high school graduation requirements, depending upon the high school, and may be used to fulfill degree requirements should the student enroll in the College after high school. A transcript may also be requested for other colleges once the grades are posted. <\/p>\n\n\n\n What classes can I take?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n High School students when enrolled in ECC classes are held to the same standards as regular degree seeking Essex County College students. Students should meet all college pre-requisite and readiness standards and have permission of their school counselors and parents prior to registration. You should work with your school counselor to see which courses you qualify to take. Visit our catalog for course description and pre-requisites: Catalog Home < Essex County College<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Are home schooled students eligible for Concurrent Enrollment\/Early College?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Homeschooled students will follow the same procedures and guidelines to enroll with the exception of a letter from their school counselor, homeschooled students can bring a written permission from the home school\/parents to verify course pre-requisites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Will I be able to transfer credits earned at ECC?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n All credits earned during your time at ECC may be transferred to any public college or university in New Jersey and could be transferred to out of state public and private schools depending on their transfer of college credit policies. Please be sure to check each school\u2019s transfer of credit policies carefully and plan accordingly when considering what courses to take and where you are applying after high school. Use NJTransfer<\/a>.org – search engine that allows you to compare courses offered at one institution and how it will transfer to another.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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Applicants must be 15 years of age at the time of registration and in their 2nd marking period of 10th grade (sophomore year) in high school.<\/em><\/strong>
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