Early College High School
Early College High Schools (ECHS) provide students an opportunity to earn a high school diploma and college credit simultaneously. Designed to support first-generation college students, ECHS offers rigorous college-level coursework and academic guidance within a collegiate environment. The program aims to increase college opportunities for underrepresented student groups and remove financial barriers. Students can earn up to 60 college credit hours or an associate degree, free of charge, upon graduation. Partnering with College of the Mainland, ECHS expands dual credit offerings and allows participation in campus activities like athletics and fine arts.
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What is Early College High School? Early College High Schools (ECHS) are high schools that allow students least likely to attend college an opportunity to receive both a high school diploma and either an associate degree or at least 60 credit hours toward a baccalaureate degree. Early College High School is designed to support students who: might be the first in their family to attend college want to attend college but need a no-cost solution are motivated to challenge themselves with in depth college-level course work are comfortable in smaller classes focused on academics are open to accept academic guidance from dedicated, collegiate teachers and professors are interested in student-driven clubs and other activities live in the Texas City Independent School District
Our Purpose Provide college opportunities for underrepresented student groups and/or first-generation students to graduate with an Associates Degree Increase the number of students graduating with Foundation High School Program Distinguished Level diplomas Allow freshman and sophomores to earn college credit Expand college course offerings to the high school campuses Support students with wrap-around services Remove financial barriers
Texas College Tuition Comparison 60 Hours of College Credit $70,000 $60,000 $64,692 $64,052 $50,000 $55,440 $54,376 $52,574 $40,000 $50,456 $49,262 $30,000 $48,406 $43,616 $38,282 $20,000 $17,080 $10,000 $0 *Tuition was estimated with the assumption that the student would be living at home
Student Coursework Students will have the opportunity to take either on-level or advanced core coursework (English, Math, Science, and Social Studies). All ECHS students will participate in the AVID program (Advancement Via Individual Determination) which will provide support, study skills, and a transition to post-secondary education. ECHS students can take up to 3 dual credit courses their freshman year. Students take an increasing amount of college level courses as they transition through grade levels. Eventually, students will take almost all college level courses their junior and senior years. Upon graduation, ECHS students can earn their high school diploma and associates degree (up to 60 college hours) FREE OF CHARGE
Coursework Continued TCISD has partnered with College of the Mainland for additional dual credit courses beyond the high school s current offerings. ECHS students will be able to participate in campus athletics, fine arts, and some CTE programs.
ECHS Model ECHS will be a school within a school model where students will complete most course work on their high school campus. Students will have common teachers trained to support and ensure student success. Wrap-around services including mentoring, counseling, tutoring, and academic support will be available for all ECHS students. ECHS students will attend a Summer Bridge program between their 8th and 9th grade year. This program will focus on transitioning to the ECHS program and preparing students for the TSIA Reading assessment.
Good Candidates for ECHS Are students who: WORK HARD and have a GOOD ATTITUDE May need extra support to accelerate learning Take ownership of their learning Have a good attendance record Are mature enough to work well with others May be experiencing challenges that prevent them from making a smooth transition into college
Application Process Complete the online application by February 10, 2023 Applications can be accessed: QR Code District website https://www.tcisd.org/departments/curriculum-instruction/early-college-high-school High school websites under Early College High School Applications will be processed Seats are limited on both campuses so a lottery system will be used to determine acceptance Students may be placed on a waiting list should spots become available Students & parents will be notified of acceptance by March 10, 2023
Additional Questions? ECHS Application Additional Questions?
