UA Early College

With UA Early College you can start earning college credit while you're still in high school. Dual credit and dual enrollment options are available year-round through online or on campus options. Let us help you get a jump start on your college education.

Jump Start your education

UA Early College - Director's List

We are proud of all of our students, and understand the commitment they have made to their education. The students listed on the UA Early College Director's List have distinguished themselves, not only by their additional workload, but also by their ability to succeed at the college level.

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Summer On Campus

This opportunity is an academic glimpse into college life and a fun way to meet other students enrolled in UA Early College. Current UA Early College students may submit an application to participate in Summer On Campus if they meet the necessary requirements. They can choose to participate in either the Summer I Term, Summer II Term or Both Terms.

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Start Dates

Find our upcoming start dates for the UAEC 200 College Readiness Course.

Apply to UA Early College

Begin your journey with UA Early College by following these three steps.

Upcoming Events

Check out these upcoming events with UA Early College.

Earn UA credit while in high school.

To be eligible for Early College, a student needs to have completed the ninth grade and
have 3.0 GPA or higher (on a 4.0 scale). Students will also need to submit an online
application to Early College, along with their high school transcript.

Take the first step

Unrivaled Success

2,575 Students Enrolled

11,927 Credit Hours

3.7 Average UA GPA

Empower your future.
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Tuition and Scholarships

UA Early College offers many scholarship opportunities for its students. Whether you're in the state of Alabama or in another state, the dependent of an active duty military member or looking for assistance with books, UA Early College offers students a variety of scholarships and tuition assistance.

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Online Viewbook

Check out our 2024-2025 Online Viewbook and learn more about UA Early College.

Summer On Campus

The Summer On Campus Application is open to current UA Early College Students.

Meet Your Recruiter

UA Early College's team of knowledgeable and friendly recruiters are available to answer questions or learn more about your educational needs. With options for texting, phone conversations, virtual meetings or school visits. UAEC Admissions Representatives are your link to UA Early College.

Meet the Team