Offering College Readiness Opportunities for Elementary, Middle, and High School Students
Dual Enrollment Programs at Lake-Sumter State College give high school students the opportunity to earn college credit while completing their diploma, accelerating their path to higher education and career success. These programs provide rigorous academic experiences, personalized support, and a sense of belonging for students across Lake and Sumter Counties. Together, we prepare the next generation to confidently transition into college and beyond.
Dual Enrollment Programs
Dual Enrollment Programs
Dual Enrollment
Dual enrollment is a type of Early College Program that allows secondary students to take postsecondary coursework and simultaneously earn credit toward a high school diploma, a career certificate, an industry certification, or an associate or baccalaureate degree at a Florida public or eligible private institution.
Dual Enrollment Programs
Early Admission
Early Admission is a specialized dual enrollment option for high-achieving high school students. This program allows eligible students to complete their first full year of college one year early while enjoying the full Lakehawk experience.
Dual Enrollment Programs
Health Sciences Collegiate Academy (HSCA)
The Health Sciences Collegiate Academy (HSCA) is an accelerated program for Lake County students to explore STEM and health science careers while earning college credits. It offers a four-year program for 9th graders and a two-year program for 11th graders.
Dual Enrollment Programs
Lake County Early College Academy
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.
Dual Enrollment Programs
Sumter County Early College Academy
The Sumter County Early College Academy provides a fast-track program to a college degree (AA). The Early College Academy is a structured dual enrollment program that provides students an opportunity to acquire their associate’s degree or college credit certificate through a cohort class model.
Dual Enrollment Programs
The Villages Early College Academy
The Villages Early College Academy is an accelerated program offered through a partnership between Lake-Sumter State College and The Villages High School. Students can earn credits toward an AA degree while participating in a specialized high school academy.