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Western Carolina University offers unbounded opportunities to students who strive for excellence. Early College high school graduates have demonstrated their ability to complete a rigorous high school curriculum and maintain college-level academic work.As an Early College high school student, you’ll receive the best of both worlds. Early College high school students are first-year college students, who, once enrolled, are eligible to participate in first-year programs such as Western Peaks, Freshmen Leadership Institute and still gain the benefits of campus living. In addition, upon completing your associate’s degree, you will enter with junior academic standing, which includes the benefits of priority registration, a completed Liberal Studies curriculum and the ability to graduate with a prestigious WCU degree within two years.
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Early College high school students are eligible for first-year scholarships, and, therefore, should submit the following items to apply for admission:
- Application for admission
- $45 application free
- An official copy of your high school transcript
- An official SAT or ACT score report
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To apply, click here. Please note, when selecting a classification or student type, select “Freshman.”
Admitted Early College high school students should submit an official final college transcript prior to enrollment. Once this transcript has been evaluated, students earning an associate’s degree will be awarded Western Carolina University credit and enter at junior academic standing.
What we look for in an EC student:
As a selective institution, a competitive applicant is a student who has:
- 4 units of English;
- 2 units of the same foreign language;
- 4 units of mathematics, including Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II and an advanced math for which Algebra II is a prerequisite;
- 3 units of science; and
- 2 units of social science, including 1 unit of U.S. or American history
When reviewing each applicant’s credentials, our admission counselors read holistically, and while a student’s qualifications may be “competitive,” admission is not guaranteed.
Application Deadlines:
Fall Early Action: November 15 Fall Regular Notification: February 1; March 1 Spring: November 15 Summer: April 15
For more information about WCU and our admission requirements, you can contact the Admission Office at 1-877-WCU-4YOU (1-877-928-4968) or send an e-mail to admiss@email.wcu.edu.
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