Dual Enrollment Programs
Lake County Early College Academy
Fast-Track Your Education: High School Students Can Earn Associate's Degrees
The Lake County Early College Academy offers a fast-track pathway to earning an Associate in Arts (AA) degree. This structured dual enrollment program allows students to complete an associate degree or a college credit certificate through a cohort-based model. Students enter the program as part of a group and follow a predetermined sequence of courses designed to lead them to an associate degree or certificate.
Overview
The Lake County Early College Academy provides a fast-track program to an Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree through a structured dual enrollment model. Students join a cohort and follow a predetermined sequence of courses, earning their associate’s degree or college credit certificate. The program features two tracks: a general track for an A.A. degree and an AICE track for an A.A. degree along with an AICE diploma. Students can take up to 18 credits per semester while in high school and participate in the annual Early College Summit and Early College Day.
Program Highlights
- Students in the program take courses towards an A.A. degree while in high school.
- Students can take up to 18 credits per semester.
- Participation in annual Early College Summit and Early College Day.
Program Length
4 years
Program Cost
Tuition is 100% free
Learn MoreScholarships
Students graduating from high school and enrolling at LSSC may qualify for other scholarships offered through the State of Florida. You will be notified of your eligibility after you apply to the College.
Learn MoreFinancial Aid
There are many options to finance your education. You may be eligible for Federal Grants, Work-Study, State Grants, Federal Loans, and Institutional Scholarships. For more information and how to apply, please visit the Financial Aid page.
Learn MoreOutcomes
- Students in the academy have the opportunity graduate with an Associate’s Degree from LSSC
- Select students may complete their AICE diploma and their AA degree while in high school
- Lets the student ease into the coursework giving them the ability to get support from their HS while the build the necessary skills to succeed in college
- Building a relationship with instructors to understand their expectations
- Learn how to manage their time
- Enables them to learn advanced material as well as giving them the ability to handle the rigor of college courses.
Admission Requirements
- Entering 9th or 10th grade at SSHS or WMHS
- Committed to completing a full AA degree while completing high school graduation requirements
- AICE Track only- Must be accepted into a high school AlCE program
- For continued program eligibility, 11th-12th graders must maintain a 3.0 high school GPA and meet minimum scores on PERT exam to take full-time dual enrollment courses.
Contact
Phone:
mailto:LSSCrecruiting@lssc.eduLSSCrecruiting@lssc.edu
Hours: Monday – Thursday 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Kid’s College Office is located on the Leesburg Campus, Lake Hall, Room 129.
9501 U.S. Hwy 441 Leesburg, FL 34788
Application Process
A student must have a high school diploma or GED to apply to Lake-Sumter State College.
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Submit your Application
Submit your online application and $30 application fee
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Transcripts
Submit high school/GED and prior college/university transcripts
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Financial Aid
Complete the FAFSA and other financial aid forms
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