PITTSFIELD, Mass — High school students are invited to get a jump on their college careers by attending virtual information sessions on Berkshire Community College (BCC)'s Early College Program. 

 

Free sessions will be offered on Tuesday, April 11 from 6:30-7:30 pm or on Tuesday, May 2 from 5:45-6:45 pm. To register, visit www.berkshirecc.edu/earlycollege. Registrants will be emailed a Zoom link. There will be time for questions at the conclusion of each session.

 

Early college, also known as dual enrollment, provides an opportunity for students to take courses at BCC while still in high school and earn college credit. Supported by BCC's dual enrollment grant, the Early College Program allows eligible Massachusetts high school students to take up to 15 credits. Tuition and fees are waived; students are responsible for the cost of books and supplies, and they must arrange their own transportation. Funding is limited and is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

 

"Dual enrollment is a great way to explore college classes and college life. Students can start with one course and build up to additional courses in a semester," said BCC Dual Enrollment Coach Tina Tartaglia, noting that there are both online and in-person classes designed to fit around a high school schedule. "Dual enrollment students have access to all resources, supports and events that any BCC student enjoys."

 

Participants can take a variety of courses ranging from English, science, math and history to art, humanities and computer science. Interested students may submit applications to the fall 2023 program beginning May 1, 2023.