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Why ECC?
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.
In keeping with the mission of the College, the partnership programs present educational programming that fosters readiness, retention and success for all students.
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.
Benefits of Early College/Dual Enrollment
FOR MORE INFORMATION 973-877-4475 or 973.877-1899
FOR MORE INFORMATION
973-877-4475 or 973.877-1899
Early College
This program provides high school students residing in Essex county with access to College staff and programming that will include:
College Tour
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
This 6-week Summer Program aims to not only prevent the “Summer Slide” 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.
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.
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.
Download the enrollment application here. Send your inquiry to [email protected]. Call for more information: Ms. Calleros 973-877-3438.
Concurrent Enrollment
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 on any of our two campus locations. 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.
To apply, students must:
Courses are offered during the fall, spring and summer semesters. For 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.
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.
What classes can I take?
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
Are home schooled students eligible for Concurrent Enrollment/Early College?
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.
Will I be able to transfer credits earned at ECC?
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’s transfer of credit policies carefully and plan accordingly when considering what courses to take and where you are applying after high school. Use NJTransfer.org – search engine that allows you to compare courses offered at one institution and how it will transfer to another.
If you choose to come to Essex after graduating, any of the credits earned in high school will be applied to the major you choose. Academic Advisement (essex.edu) will assist you with making the best course choices for your degree.
Dual Enrollment
Provides a perfect opportunity for high-school students to get a jump-start on their college careers and to earn both high school and college credits for courses that have been approved by Essex County College.
Credits earned through dual enrollment can be used toward degree requirements at ECC and/or, depending on the program of study, transferred to a four-year college or university.
Early College/Dual Enrollment courses are taught at the high school or on college campus by ECC adjunct professors, or by high school faculty approved by ECC to teach college courses.
The ECC Dual Enrollment staff and partnering high school carefully select the courses that are offered as dual enrollment courses for each academic year. Most of the courses offered are the introductory level that can be used to fulfill General Education or Liberal Arts requirements in most college degree programs.
Partnering Schools:
* Registration is completed through your school district. For information on courses available at your high school and registration deadlines, please speak to your guidance department.
