Associate Pathways
The Associate Pathways program allows students to earn an Atlantic Cape associate degree (60+ credits) while still in high school through a combination of dual credit and concurrent courses. Because these courses are rigorous college-level courses, students should be motivated and ready for the challenge of balancing college coursework with their high school courses and the demands of being a high school student. Interested students should contact their school to find out if their district is a partner and how to apply and register.
Associate Pathway Partners
Earning Your Associate Degree
High school students can begin taking Atlantic Cape courses and work toward earning their associate degree independently if their high school is not a partner.
Step 1: Apply to Atlantic Cape using the Default Undergraduate Application.
Step 2: After successfully applying, students are required to take a placement test or meet placement testing exemption criteria. Visit Atlantic Cape's Testing Center to learn more about Atlantic Cape's Placement Testing guidelines, how to schedule a testing center appointment, and resources for test preparation.
Step 3: Register for Atlantic Cape courses and begin earning college credit toward a certificate or associate degree.
For More Information
Contact your high school guidance office or:
Sandra Criscione
Executive Director, Innovation and Academic Resources
Email: scriscio@atlanticcape.edu
Phone:609-343-4828