Advanced Placement Courses: 

AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Environmental Science, AP Physics, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Statistics, AP Human Geography, AP European History, AP United States History, AP Government, AP Microeconomics, AP English Language, AP English Literature, AP Seminar, AP Research, AP Music Theory, AP Psychology, AP Spanish Language, AP German, AP Computer Science A, AP Art History, AP Art 2D Design, AP Art 3D Design, AP Drawing

Honors Courses: 

English 1, 2, 3, & 4, Geometry, Algebra 1, Algebra 2,  Pre-Calculus, Biology, Chemistry, Anatomy & Physiology, US History, Spanish 3 & 4, German 3 & 4, PLTW Principles of Biomedical Science, PLTW Human Body Systems, PLTW Medical Interventions, PLTW Biomedical Innovation, PLTW Introduction to Engineering Design, PLTW Principles of Engineering, PLTW Civil Engineering and Architecture, PLTW Aerospace Engineering, PLTW Cybersecurity 

An IB Student must...

• Have the desire to perform well academically and enjoy challenging coursework.

• Possess the ability to engage with teachers and peers.

• Be confident in their abilities, but not afraid to make mistakes.

Note:  Geometry Honors (high school credit course) and Language Arts 8 Honors are recommended in middle school for students entering the IB Program.

The ECHS Student Profile:

• Students are eligible to apply to ECHS if they are first-generation college students (parents cannot have a 4-year degree / 2-year degree is fine)

• Student cannot be identified as GT (Gifted and Talented) but must meet math and reading criteria in order to demonstrate skills necessary to be successful with challenging course work.

• student must meet the citizenship criteria required by Horry Georgetown Technical College (HGTC)
  
  

The HCS Scholars Academy (SA or SAHS) was established in 2003 through a partnership between Horry County Schools (HCS) and Coastal Carolina University (CCU) to provide advanced learners with a quality education in a supportive learning environment. Its mission is to educate these students at a rate and with the level of academic rigor commensurate with their abilities, so that they graduate as confident, responsible, lifelong learners who are prepared to succeed in higher education and in the world beyond.

The HCS Scholars Academy minimum entrance requirements include completion of Geometry Honors and English I Honors (high school credit courses). Completion of Algebra 1 Honors (high school credit course) is also strongly recommended.

 
The student selection criteria include PSAT/NMSQT scores, statewide test data, grades, and discipline records.  From approximately 200 student applicants, 60 students will be invited to write a timed essay for review by District Office personnel.  Approximately 50 students will then be selected for each incoming class at HCS Scholars Academy.