Early College High School

The Early College High School program (ECHS) is designed to provide students at-risk of not otherwise attending college the opportunity to earn up to 60 semester credit hours leading to an associate degree while attending high school. Unlike the Dual Enrollment program, the Early College High School program is only available to students attending a high school which has been designated an Early College High School by the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

Students apply for admission to the Early College High School program at their respective Early College High Schools. Those selected are expected to follow a prescribed program of study leading to a 60-SCH associate degree. Early College High Schools provide robust academic support services to assist students in successfully completing the program of study in four years.

For information regarding the admission process for ECHS enrollment students, please see the “Admission” section in this catalog.