Dual Enrollment Programs
Sumter County Early College Academy
Fast-Track Your Education: High School Students Can Earn Associate's Degrees
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. Students join the program with a group of students and take a predetermined sequence of courses that will eventually lead to an associate’s degree or certificate. This program has a general track for students wanting to get an AA and an AICE track for students wanting to get their AA along with their AICE diploma.
Overview
The Sumter 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: 352-787-3747
Email: LSSCrecruiting@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
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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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