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Early College Academy (ECA) at New Kent

The Early College Academy at New Kent High School allows students to earn an Associate's Degree in two years through dual enrollment classes at RCC and NKHS. Students earn 61 credits satisfying general education requirements in a rigorous program that provides support from RCC and New Kent HS. The program aims to introduce students to college studies with support, encourage seamless high school to college transition, and offer a low-cost opportunity to earn an AA&S degree.

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Early College Academy (ECA) at New Kent

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  1. Early College Academy (ECA) at New Kent

  2. Students can earn an Associate's Degree in two years through dual enrollment classes taken at RCC and NKHS. • Students earn 61 credits that meet general education requirements. • Students challenged in a rigorous program with supports from RCC and New Kent HS. ECA Overview

  3. Introduce students to the experience of college studies in a supportive environment. • Encourage high school students to attend college by creating a seamless transition from high school to college. • Provide an opportunity for high school students to earn an Associate of Arts and Sciences degree, at low cost. ECA Program Goals

  4. The Associate of Arts & Sciences (AA&S) Transfer Degree New Kent High School Tentative ECA Pathway

  5. Students apply for admission to ECA by: • Discussing with their HS Counselor • Completing ECA Application • Completing Dual Enrollment Application for RCC • Qualifying scores with Virginia Placement Test, PSAT, SAT or ACT Steps to ECA

  6. What are the advantages to taking dual enrolled courses? • Saves time and money • May shorten the time to college degree completion • Gives students early exposure to the academic rigors of a college level course • Student is both a high school student and enrolled in college as well (dual enrolled) • College credit is earned at the same time as high school credit • College courses are taught at the college level • Credit earned for many dual enrolled courses may be applied toward a degree or certificate once the student in enrolled in college • Transfer applicable college credit to most 4-year colleges and universities in Virginia (check the VCCS Transfer Guide on the universities’ website)

  7. Allows students to complete their first two years of college, typically general education courses. • Small classes and opportunities to develop relationships with instructors and advisors. • Save time and money • Transferable to four year schools. • Offers degrees, certificates, career study certificates and workforce training. Benefits starting at a Community College

  8. Warsaw Campus 804-333-6700 Glenns Campus 804-758-6700 RCC Campuses and Off Campus Sites Kilmarnock Site - Workforce Center - 804-435-8970 King George Site 540-775-0087 New Kent Site 804-557-2959

  9. Mr. Hutt Williams College Recruiter & Dual Enrollment Advisor High School Career Coach Supervisor (GHS & LHS) 804-333-6744 hwilliams@rappahannock.edu or recruiter@rappahannock.edu https://www.rappahannock.edu/academics/dual-enrollment Contact Information

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