UConn Early College Experience (UConn ECE) is a concurrent enrollment program that allows motivated high school students to take UConn courses at their high schools for both high school and college credit. Every course taken through UConn ECE is equivalent to the same course at the University of Connecticut. Students benefit by taking college courses in a setting that is both familiar and conducive to learning. The University of Connecticut certifies high school teachers to serve as UConn ECE Instructors and teach UConn courses. Established in 1955, UConn Early College Experience is the nation's longest running concurrent enrollment program and is accredited by The National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships.
Only students who are registered in the UCONN/ECE Program for this course will receive UCONN credit. These credits are transferable to other colleges. Note: Credit transfer policies vary from college to college, hence students must check with their colleges of interest. Typically grades below a C do not transfer, and grades of a C or higher transfer as a “T” which carries no GPA or grade.
Earn college credits at UConn with the possibility of transferring them to over 80% of the colleges in the US
Improves chances of being admitted to any college
Inexpensive way to earn college credits ($50 per credit)
By earning UConn credit through UConn Early College Experience, you have opened the door to greater opportunities! You may choose to attend UConn or transfer your credits with an 87% success rate to the college or university of your choice. Explore the likelihood of your UConn credits transferring to your university of choice. Learn more about how to transfer credits here.
Your credits are a currency, and it is up to you to utilize them!
Plainville High School ECE Courses
ECE Biology
ECE Drawing
ECE Environmental Studies
ECE Italian
ECE Modern European History
ECE Physics
ECE Popular Music in American Society
ECE Spanish
ECE United States History
UConn ECE is more than just a test – it is a college experience. You will earn your grade throughout the semester or academic year by completing college assessments, such as presentations, papers, tests, quizzes, and labs.
Not planning to attend UConn? UConn ECE credits have an 87% transfer rate to colleges all over the nation.
REGISTRATION DATES: AUGUST – OCTOBER
UConn Early College Experience Students register online for their courses using the UConn ECE registration system at UConn.DualEnroll.com. All Student registration requests once submitted must be approved by the high school Site Representative, approved by a parent/guardian, and payment information collected (if applicable) to be processed.
Regardless of your student status (new or returning UConn ECE Student) you are required to complete the UConn.DualEnroll.com
To register for UConn courses taught at your high school through the UConn Early College Experience Program you must complete the following steps:
Go to https://uconn.dualenroll.com/ to create a personalized login. As the Student, be sure to provide your e-mail address and cell phone number so that we can confirm your account. Save your login and password for future use.
Complete the application. Double check the application form to ensure the accuracy of all the information you have provided. Be prepared with your Social Security Number, parent/guardian contact information, and UConn course list.
Select your course(s). On the course selection screen, use the navigation tools to see the course options that are available through your high school. Pay careful attention to the course titles and instructor names to make sure you are selecting the appropriate course(s).
Confirm your course selection(s). You, as the Student, are done!
By registering for a UConn course through UConn ECE, students have a financial obligation to the University of Connecticut. Students are financially responsible for all courses for which they enroll and are subject to billing policies similar to those used for all UConn students.
DELIVERY
Course consent and payment requests (if payment is applicable) are e-mailed or texted directly to the parent/guardian listed in the student application upon (1) successful submission and (2) high school approval of the student registration request. Parent/guardian consent and payment are requested via e-mail or text per course request. (e.g.: if a student requests enrollment in two UConn courses, the parent/guardian will receive a consent and payment request per course).
Students who are eligible for free or reduced-price meals or free milk in accordance with the Income Guidelines for the National School Lunch Program or deemed “categorically eligible” (e.g., SNAP, TANF, homeless etc.) are eligible for a full program fee waiver. Students attending private schools may also be eligible for fee waivers and should reach out to their Site Representative for additional information and guidance.
During the registration process, students will indicate their status of eligibility for Federally Subsidized Meal Programs, which in turn will be confirmed by the designated high school Site Representative. Students attending a private school (any non-public school) who receive a need-based reduction of tuition (a need-based scholarship) from their high school will receive a UConn ECE fee waiver for all courses. Eligibility for the private school waiver must be confirmed by the Site Representative.