What is an Early College?
The primary
advantage of the Early College model is the opportunity for students to
complete two years of college while in high school. Students can earn a
college credential in the form of a certificate or degree while also
earning their standard high school diploma. While most Early Colleges
are found on technical college campuses, the concept at Whale Branch
Early College High School is woven into the daily operations of a public
high school. WBECHS students have the option to take college-level
classes on both the WBECHS and TCL campuses.
Who is allowed to attend?
WBECHS
serves students in the Whale Branch designated attendance area. In
addition, students from other communities in Beaufort County can choose
to apply. All students that do not reside in the WBECHS designated
attendance area must achieve an acceptable score on the Technical
College of the Lowcountry’s ACCUPLACER entrance exam before they are
allowed to enroll.
Which college courses are offered?
WBECHS students may take several courses through the TCL Early College Program, including, but not limited to:
| American History: 1877 to Present |
| American History: Discovery to 1877 |
| American Literature I |
| American Literature II |
| Biological Science I |
| Biological Science II |
| College Algebra |
| College Trigonometry |
| English Composition I |
| English Composition II |
| Growth & Development I |
| Intermediate Algebra |
| Intro to Computers |
| Intro to Early Childhood |
| Microcomputer Applications |
| Probability & Statistics |
| Teacher Cadet |
| Western Civilization Post 1689 |
| Western Civilization to 1869 |
How much does it cost students to take college courses at WBECHS?
WBECHS is a
public high school; therefore, there are no additional fees/costs for
students who take dual enrollment courses through the Technical College
of the Lowcountry. Students should expect to pay the same fees they
would incur at any district high school.
Will transportation be provided for students who do not live in the WBECHS attendance zone?
If there is
sufficient demand, transportation may be provided from satellite
stations across the district. Regional bus stops will be determined that
are easily accessible to students across the county.
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