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Early College Programs

Atlantic Cape Community College is proud to partner with local high schools to provide students with the opportunity to earn college credit while still enrolled in high school. Our Early College programming provides multiple avenues, including dual credit, concurrent courses, articulated credit, and associate pathways, to earn college credits, lessen the time and cost it will take to reach academic goals, and allow students to get a running start on earning an associate degree or explore transferring them to other colleges—all at reduced tuition.

Information For High School Partners

Types of High School Partnerships

Dual Credit

Dual credit lets you earn both high school and college credit at the same time. You take approved courses at your high school, and if you pass, you get credit on your Atlantic Cape transcript too. It’s a smart way to save time and money while getting a jump start on college. Check with your school to see which classes qualify.

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Concurrent Credit

Concurrent Credit is college credit you can earn while you’re still in high school by taking approved courses that count for both high school and college credit. It’s a smart way to save time and money while getting a head start on your college degree.

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Articulated Credit

Articulated Credit is college credit you can earn after enrolling at Atlantic Cape, based on certain high school courses you already completed. It’s a great way to get a head start and avoid repeating material you’ve already mastered.

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Associate Pathways

If you’re a high school student ready to get ahead, our Associate Pathways program lets you earn college credit while working toward your diploma. Courses are taught by Atlantic Cape faculty and can lead to a full associate degree if you stay on track. It’s a smart way to save time and money while exploring your future.

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Information for High School Partners

For high school administrators and teachers, visit our High School Partners page for more information about the dual credit approval process, registering for dual credit, important deadlines, instructor requirements, and CTE enrichment programming and career exploration.

Still have questions? Check out our FAQ page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Student Resources

Atlantic Cape Student Resources
As an Atlantic Cape student, you will have access to all student resources. Find links to information on academic advising, career advising tools, campus events, and more.

Tutoring @ the Library
High School students enrolled at Atlantic Cape have access to our free tutoring services and library resources.

NJ Transfer
NJ Transfer is the go-to resource to learn how your community college credits will transfer to other two and four year colleges in New Jersey.

For More Information

Contact your high school guidance office or:

Sandra Criscione
Executive Director, Innovation and Academic Resources
Email: scriscio@atlanticcape.edu
Phone: 609-343-4828