Students enroll in Western Nevada College courses and simultaneously earn high school credits.
The Jump Start College program is a dual-enrollment opportunity for students in participating Nevada high schools. Students enroll in college courses through Western Nevada College while simultaneously earning high school credits. Jump Start College participants have the potential to complete up to 60 college credits and earn a transfer Associate Degree through WNC. First year participants are grouped together in a cohort with other high school students and complete up to 30 credits, usually 10 classes, of transfer level associate degree courses. Through academic advisement provided by the WNC Jump Start Counselor, second year students customize their remaining 30 credits in order to graduate from Western Nevada College with a transferable associate degree.
Cohort Support:
Jump Start College participants are offered the opportunity to enroll in supported cohort courses where a high school liaison is provided through the high school/college partnership.
WNC/High School Liaisons serve as academic mentors and coaches for students throughout their Jump Start College experience. Initially Liaisons
Weekly collaborative learning sessions are offered as a structured time for course and grade review and planning. Setting goals, identifying resources, and facilitating communication are highlighted activities. The Student/Liaison relationship and collaborative learning sessions are key components of Jump Start College student success.
Western Nevada College works with local high schools to identify high achieving sophomore and junior students who have met grade requirements in Algebra II, are academically and socially mature, and interested in the opportunity to “Jump Start” their college career while still in high school. These students are assessed to determine college English 101 readiness. Interested and eligible students and parents next attend a Parent Night informational event, and finally meet with WNC and high school counselors for final approval and course registration
Are you mature and disciplined enough to start college?
Can you handle the rigor of college level curriculum?
Are you independent enough to take on that challenge?
Are you a good time manager?
Can you handle a flexible schedule and heavy workload on your own?
Are you organized without assistance from others?
Do you possess higher level thinking skills?
Do you attend school regularly with very few absences?
If this sounds like you, follow the Steps to Enroll below!