Opportunities For High School Students – ÇàÇà²Ýapp State University

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Opportunities for High School Students

A Peek Into Your Academic Future

Our programs for high school ÇàÇà²Ýapp offer a variety of ways for you to get an early taste of what it’s like to be a college student. Make new friends as you attend exciting classes based on the topics you’re most interested in, all while staying on a beautiful park-like campus. In some programs, you can even get a jump start on earning credits toward your college degree! See what we have to offer today.


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Early Bird Junior Admission Program

Our programs for high school ÇàÇà²Ýapp offer a variety of ways for you to get an early taste of what it’s like to be a college student. Make new friends as you attend exciting classes based on the topics you’re most interested in, all while staying on a beautiful park-like campus. In some programs, you can even get a jump start on earning credits toward your college degree! See what we have to offer today.

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Early College Credit Programs

  • Earn transferable college credits while still in high school
  • Choose from various programs during fall, spring, and summer
  • Receive support from a dedicated Academic Success Coach

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Hispanic Student College Institute

  • Strengthens ÇàÇà²Ýapp and families’ knowledge on applying, transitioning to college, and future academic success
  • Four-day, three-night residential program from July 7-10, 2024
  • Free for high school rising juniors and seniors of Hispanic/Latinx descent

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Pre-College Summer

  • 1-week residential experience from July 14-20, 2024.
  • Choose from 12 unique experiences that cater to every interest and aspiration.
  • Designed for rising 10th-12th grade high school ÇàÇà²Ýapp.

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Dual Enrollment Programs

  • Available to ÇàÇà²Ýapp attending participating high schools across New Jersey.
  • Enroll in fall and spring courses to earn college credit while fulfilling high school requirements.
  • Credits are offered at reduced rates and can be transferred to most colleges in New Jersey.

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Red Hawks Rising Dual Enrollment Program

  • For juniors at University High School (UHS) and East Side High School (ESHS) in Newark, NJ.
  • Earn up to 30 college credits over 5 semesters (during 11th and 12th grade), including a summer experience on campus.
  • Explore teaching as a profession with the goal to return to your own communities and schools.

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