Earn High School Diploma and College Degree Through Early/Middle College Program
Early/Middle College (EMC) is a three-year program that allows high school students to earn both a high school diploma and significant college credentials simultaneously. Starting in 11th grade and continuing through a "fifth year," students can earn an associate degree, technical certificate, or up to 60 college credits.
Program Benefits:
- Associate degree
- Technical certificate
- MEMCA Technical Certification
- Up to 60 transferable college credits
Enrollment Process:
- Consult your school counselor before junior year
- Apply to Baker College
- Select "RunningStart" and "Early/Middle College" during application
Participating Schools (2019-2020):
- Benzie Central High School
- Carman-Ainsworth Baker Career Academy
- Highpoint Virtual Academy
- JAC3
- JPEC
- Lapeer Center for Innovation
- Lapeer STEMM
- Melvindale High School
- SMTEC
- SRESD
- Wexford-Missaukee ISD
- Wilson Talent Center
- WMCTC
Contact Information:
- General inquiries: [email protected]
- High School Students & Parents: Betsy Benson (231) 876-3148
- School Administrators & Staff: Randy Hill, Ed.D. (231) 876-3153
Additional College Credit Options:
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Dual Enrollment: Free college credits while taking high school classes
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Concurrent Enrollment: Take college courses at your high school or technical center
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Articulation: Convert high school knowledge into college credits