Stanwood High School provides students with several different programs in which they are able to earn college Credit while still in high school.  A brief description of these programs is provided below.  For a comparison of these programs visit:  https://www.sbctc.edu/becoming-a-student/high-school/dual-credit-student.aspx

Stanwood High School offers students the opportunity to take part in a number of AP Courses.  These courses are designed to provide students with a rigorous and challenging college prep experience.  At the end of the course, students may take the AP Exam in order to receive college credit for the course.  

Where can more information about the AP Program be found?

https://apstudent.collegeboard.org/home

How do AP Scores translate into college credit?

Each college and university has a different policy on how AP Test Scores are translated into credits.  Please visit the link below to search for an individual school’s policy:

https://apstudent.collegeboard.org/creditandplacement/search-credit-policies

What is the "College in the High School" (CHS) Program?

College in the High School program is a cooperative program between Stanwood High School and Everett Community College. The program allows high school students the opportunity to earn EvCC college credit while simultaneously earning their high school credit for approved advanced high school courses. Students are able to earn college credit because the work they perform in their high school course is equivalent to a similar course taught on campus. These college credits are accepted as transfer credits to all colleges and universities that normally accept credit from Everett Community College.

How do students apply? 

Participation in the program is a 3-step process:

1. Apply for Admission to Everett Community College

2. Take the Compass Placement Test (if required to meet course prerequisites) $30.00 Fee

3. Register and pay for the course.

 What are the advantages of College in the High School?

1. Each College in the High School course is five (5) college credits and the cost is free. The cost for an equivalent course taken at EvCC can be as much as $534.00.

2. Textbooks are free and provided by the high school.

3. Students do not need to commute to Everett Community College.

4. Students attend class in familiar settings with qualified high school teachers who also qualify to teach college level courses.

5. Students can participate in high school extracurricular activities.

In the past, students taking an AP class who also enrolled in the College In the High School (CHS) program would have the course title indicate the AP course and would also get CHS credit as well as both an “A” and “C” for the course designation.  Now the state mandate requires students to choose whether they will take the course for one or the other but not both.  The main difference is when it comes to the transcript only.  In other words, if a student chooses to pay for CHS, he/she will not have the AP title or designation on his/her transcript or vice versa.  As an example, students in the AP English Literature and Composition class who sign up for CHS will have English 101 on their transcript, not AP Literature.  So, if a student enrolls for college credit in the CHS course, the student’s transcript shows the CHS course title and designation code.  It is important to note, the student would still have the option to take the AP exam as well.

Where can more information be found?

https://www.everettcc.edu/ccec/college-in-high-school

What is CTE Dual Credit?                                                                                                                                

CTE DUAL Credit (Formerly known as Tech Prep) courses align Career and Technical Education classes at Stanwood High School to courses offered at Everett Community College.  The CTE Dual Credit program creates an opportunity for students to earn both high school credits for graduation while earning college credit. EvCC’s CTE Dual Credit program is accessible to ALL high school students with no costs involved.  Because there is no charge for college tuition and students do not need to purchase textbooks or provide transportation, the savings for students, parents and taxpayers is significant.

Why take CTE DUAL CREDIT classes?

·   CTE Dual Credit students get a “jump start” on their college education and career plans.

·   CTE Dual Credit students save time and money by fulfilling degree requirements while still in high school.

·   CTE Dual Credit students are able to bypass entry-level college courses when they register at a community college.

·   CTE Dual Credit credits are guaranteed at Everett Community College and may be used at another community college or university, dependent on their admission criteria.  Or, you may enter the military at a higher rank.

How can I get college credit now?

Enroll in a CTE Dual Credit class at your high school.  Talk to your teacher or Career & Technical Education Office if you’re unsure. Earn a grade of “B” or better.  During the 2020-21 school year, over 173 students earned 988 credits.

Where can more information about CTE Dual Credit be found?

Contact the Stanwood High School Career & Technical Education Office at (360) 629-1313.

Stanwood CTE Program: http://cte.stanwood.wednet.edu/

Everett Community College: https://www.everettcc.edu/enrollment/hs-programs/cte-dual-credit/ 

State Board of Community & Technical Colleges: https://www.sbctc.edu/colleges-staff/programs-services/cte-dual-credit/

What is Running Start?

The Running Start program provides tuition free, college-level courses for high school juniors and seniors to take at Everett Community College or Skagit Valley College. Running Start students, full or part-time, can apply credits earned toward both high school graduation and future college degrees at the same time. Students must provide their own transportation, pay for books, and may be subject to other fees.

Where can more information about Running Start be found?

         Everett Community College: https://www.everettcc.edu/enrollment/hs-programs/running-start

         Skagit Valley College: https://www.skagit.edu/academics/high-school-programs/running-start/ 

Running Start Course Equivalencies  & Additional Information