Manchester Early College Experience

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Get a Head Start on College!

Manchester University offers opportunities for high school students to earn real college credits through the Manchester Early College Experience.

Manchester Early College Experience is a different experience than your typical dual degree or college credit courses offered in many high schools. Students will attend classes on MU's North Manchester campus or online alongside current students taught by Manchester faculty. Students have access to university facilities and services, Funderburg Library, the Success Center, academic advising, the Office of the Registrar, and the Office of Admissions. Meeting and working with other students and university professors will allow students to get a sample of actual college life.

As a part of this program, students will have a reduced tuition cost and will not be charged fees.

How to Apply Today!

It is easy to apply to Manchester University's Early College Experience Program.

1. Apply.
2. Complete Parent Permissions Form sent directly to parent or guardian email from application.
3. Submit official high school transcript.

Manchester University undergraduate admissions counselor Jacob Sweet will be directly in contact with the student about their enrollment.

Career Pathways

To get a jumpstart on your education at Manchester University, we have several different academic pathways to choose from. These pathways begin as early as junior year or can be adjusted to fit your schedule. Follow your interests!

Each student will be assigned an academic advisor to assist them in each pathway.

Business Pathway

Students participating in this pathway will work towards earning business credit. The path is for students interested in future professions: business management, marketing, finance, accounting and professional sales. Learn more about this pathway

Education Pathway

Students participating in this pathway will work toward earning credit supporting a degree in education. All courses listed are offered online.Learn more about this pathway

exercise science pathway

Students participating in this pathway will work towards earning exercise science credit. The path is for students interested in future professions: physical therapy, athletic training, occupational therapy, chiropractic, and human performance. Learn more about this pathway

General Core Pathway

Students participating in this pathway will work toward earning core credit. This path is for students interested in earning core credit toward any university degree. Learn more about this pathway

Health science pathway

Students participating in this pathway will begin earning credit towards a degree in the health sciences. This path is for students who are interested in exploring options in the health sciences. Learn more about this pathway

Human services pathway

Students participating in this pathway will work towards earning human services pathway credit. The path is for students interested in future professions: sociologist, social work, case worker, probation officer and public administrator. Learn more about this pathway

nursing pathway

Students participating in this pathway will work toward earning credit supporting a degree in nursing. All courses listed are offered online with exception of math and chemistry. Learn more about this pathway

psychology pathway

Students participating in this pathway will work towards earning psychology credit. The path is for students interested in future professions: therapy & counseling, social work, human resources, education and more Learn more about this pathway

Students work together under guidance of MU instructor within the classroom

Course Offerings

High school students can take advantage of courses available throughout each semester. Click on one of the areas below to expand and view courses.

Pricing

ON-CAMPUS EXPERIENCE: $85/credit hour
ONLINE EXPERIENCE: $50/credit hour
*Class materials not included.

Application Requirements

Students must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 (9.0 on a 12.0 scale) or higher to apply to the Manchester Early College Experience. Students must be junior or senior standing.
Students may enroll in up to two Manchester Early College Experience courses per semester. 100-200 level courses only.
Course credits earned are transferrable and will apply toward their degree if students choose to attend MU in the future.