Early College Impact
- Targeted Student Population: Students who are statistically identified based on academic performance
- Curriculum & Plan of Study: From college-preparedness to career-ready
- College-Going Culture: An environment that builds the expectation of post-secondary attainment
- Rigorous Instruction: Challenge and high expectations in every class
- Supports for Student Success: Academic, social, and emotional supports
- Collaboration & Partnerships: Higher education, family, community, and industry partnerships
- Leadership & Staffing: Defined roles and responsibilities
- Data Collection, Analysis, and Use: Continual assessment and improvement of program elements
- Organizes "random acts of dual credit" into curricular paths toward the Indiana College Core or an associate degree
- Financial incentives based on dual credit, Indiana College Cores, and associate degrees awarded
- Provides direct support and pathways for students in the program
- Ability to draw in students looking for an Early College program
- Improves college-going and college success
- Provides targeted support that prepares students for college
- Shorter time to degree completion
- Cost savings on college tuition, making college viable for more families
- Greater flexibility to pursue additional coursework or learning opportunities, such as study abroad