GET A HEAD START

MCCC promotes Dual Enrollment through Early College Boot Camp

BLUE BELL/POTTSTOWN >> Montgomery County Community College recently hosted an Early College Boot Camp at its campuses in Blue Bell and Pottstown for high school students and families eager to learn how to get a head start on a college education.

Students and their families, as well as guidance counselors, faculty and other school administrators, were invited to learn more about the Dual Enrollment program, which allows students at least 15 years old to take campus-based or online college classes through MCCC while still in high school. Dual enrollment students can earn undergraduate credits that can be transferred to a four-year college or university.

Christine Morris, administrative director of educational partnerships and an organizer of Early College Boot Camp, said the programs at both campuses were incredibly successful.

“Both events were very successful. We had great turnout at both,” she said. “We are really focused on educating the public about the great opportunities offered through Dual Enrollment and the resources available to students.”

“At the end of the day, all that parents, guardians and families want is the best for their children,” said Tiffany Webber, director of high school programs & educational partnerships. “Initiatives like this help with early exposure and educate families about their options. I look forward to facilitating even more opportunities like this in the near future.”

Early College Boot Camp began with information about the Dual Enrollment program and its benefits. Dual Enrollment gives high school students early exposure, preparation and access to college level courses that are transferable to other colleges and universities. In addition, by earning an associate degree from MCCC, students can save as much as $30,000 in tuition before transferring to a four-year institution.

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SUBMITTED PHOTO Students and their parents had the opportunity to learn about the benefits of Montgomery County Community College’s Dual Enrollment Program during Early College Boot Camp. Photos courtesy of Montgomery County Community College.