What is Early College?
- The Early College Program is a partnership between Danville Public Schools and Danville Community College that gives eligible students the opportunity to earn an Associate’s Degree while in high school.
Why Early College?
- Allows students to earn high school and college credit simultaneously.
- Enables students to to earn an associates degree with 60 transferable credits toward their four-year degree.
- Lowers the cost of postsecondary education.
- Helps students gain valuable college and professional success skills while in high school
Who is Eligible?
- Rising high school juniors at George Washington High School or Galileo Magnet High School.
- Minimum GPA.
- Completion of Algebra.
- Students with a strong work ethic and no disciplinary issues.
How to Apply?
- Contact your high school counselor.
- Complete the online Danville Public Schools Early College application.
- Complete the Danville Community College application.
- Attend Early College Informational Meeting.
Contacts
Tamara Williams
Coordinator of Dual Enrollment & Early College