Middle College

St. James High School Middle College provides Shark students with the opportunity to earn their high school diploma while pursuing advanced college credit through the Academic Institute or work toward a career-focused credential at HGTC through our Technical Scholars program.

Students must apply to a part of the Middle College program.
Applications for the 2027-2028 school year will be available HERE in April.

Academic Institute

The Middle College Academic Institute is designed to provide highly motivated students with an opportunity to earn up to 60 hours advanced college/university credit through a combination of Advanced Placement coursework and dual-enrollment coursework provided in partnership with The University of South Carolina - Upstate.

Students in the Academic Institute will also have access to preparation services for college admissions exams, opportunities for volunteer service in the school and community, and unique enrichment oppportunities, such as guest speakers and field trips.

Sample Four-Year Course of Study for an Academic Institute Student

Technical Scholars Institute

The Middle College Technical Scholars Institute is designed to provide students with training opportunities and apprenticeships in high-needs, technical skills areas. Through partnerships with Horry Georgetown Technical College and Apprenticeship Carolina, students will work toward the requirements for a South Carolina high school diploma and a career-ready certification.

Solidified Pathways for the 2026-2027 school year include

Diesel Mechanics

Machine Tools

Auto Repair

Certifed Medical Assistant

Teach-to-Teal: Teacher education pathway

**Additional Pathways to be released soon

Potential Apprenticeship pathways:

Electrical

Plumbing

Landscaping/Greenskeeping

Engineer Assistant