Dual Enrollment provides high school students with a unique opportunity to jump-start their college education. High school students take college courses, and the credit earned is applied to both a high school diploma and a college degree. Students can attend college classes during the regular school day on their school campus, at any ChattState campus, and online. For a listing of courses traditionally offered at area high schools, click here: https://library.chattanoogastate.edu/ecstudent/eccourses.
The ideal dual enrollment student is a mature, responsible student who is college level according to standardized test scores. Click here to apply.
Contact
Phone: Early College (423-697-4427)
Email: earlycollege@chattanoogastate.edu
Fax: 423-697-2676
Location: CAT Room 74
The Early College Academy (ECA) is a program offered in partnership with Marion County Board of Education. It is a four year cohort-based program that begins during a student’s freshman year. The ideal ECA student is responsible and demonstrates academic promise. Students in the ECA will graduate high school with a University Parallel Associate of Arts.
Criteria for Admittance Includes:
- Completed Chattanooga State Early College Application
- 250 on the Accuplacer exam (for registration purposes)
- Parental consent
Contact
Phone: Early College (423-697-4427)
Email: earlycollege@chattanoogastate.edu
Location: CAT Room 74
Collegiate High is a partnership between the Hamilton County Department of Education and Chattanooga State. Collegiate High serves as a launching pad for students in grades 9-12 to be "ahead of the game" and expedite their education.
Collegiate High offers students the opportunity to earn a high school diploma and an associate's degree, or earn college credit hours toward a college major of their choice. The Collegiate High supports student achievement by providing students with the knowledge and skills necessary for postsecondary success.
Student Criteria:
- 10th - 12th grade students must have an ACT composite score of 19 or higher (see ACT test information below).
- 9th grade students must have an ACT score or take the ChattState Accuplacer.
- Students may enroll their freshmen, sophomore, junior, or senior year in high school.
- 10th - 12th grade students must be on track for graduation.
Application Process
- Complete the Collegiate High Application found at www.chscs.hcde.org
- Complete the ChattState application
- To obtain a Residual ACT test permit or Accuplacer test permit, please call the Collegiate High office (423-697-4492)
Am I Eligible?
An ACT composite score of 19 or better is required for admission to the Chattanooga State Collegiate High program for students grades 10-12.
Attend High School at Chattanooga State!
Students at Collegiate High have full access to the Chattanooga State campus, including clubs, organizations, intramural sports, and student government. Also, students have an opportunity to participate in the UTC marching band program, Chattanooga State Symphonic Band, and Concert Choir.
Still Not Convinced? Here Are More Advantages
- Engineering/Technology programs available
- Schedule flexibility, including full term in-person, hybrid, online, and 7 week course options
- Availability of college support services including mentoring, counseling, learning tutoring clubs
- Accessibility to state-of-the art equipment
- Small teacher/student ratio
- Explore a variety of careers and opportunities
- Enjoy learning on a college campus
- Participate in Global Scholars Honors Program
Contact
Phone: Antoinette Taylor (423-697-4492)
Email: CollegiateHigh@chattanoogastate.edu or antoinette.taylor@chattanoogastate.edu
Fax: 423-697-2676
Location: CAT Suite 75
About
STEM School Chattanooga is a Hamilton County Department of Education magnet high school located on the campus of Chattanooga State Community College. The keystone of the platform school is an integrated curricular model with a central focus on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics(STEM). This innovative learning environment will serve as an incubator for inventive teaching methods and technological learning. Partnerships with colleges and regional businesses will provide students with opportunities for internships and apprenticeships. Learn More
Project-based Learning
The curriculum at the STEM school will be rooted in a project-based learning philosophy. Project-based learning is a dynamic approach to teaching in which students explore real-world problems and challenges, simultaneously developing cross-curriculum skills while working in small collaborative groups. Because project-based learning is filled with active and engaged learning, it inspires students to obtain a deeper knowledge of the subjects they are studying. Strong related arts programs and advanced technological resources will foster creativity and innovative critical thinking skills as they address the project challenges presented in school curriculum.
Contact
Phone: 423-531-6270
Fax: 423-531-6268
Location: ChattState Main Campus (CETAS Building)
The Mechatronics Academy is a unique partnership between Chattanooga State, Hamilton County Department of Education, and Volkswagen. Blending high school, dual credit, and dual enrollment courses, this program is designed to give students a jump start on the path to future success in Mechatronics! Students entering their 11th or 12th grade year of high school are eligible to apply.
Selection criteria includes:
- 2.0 Cumulative High School GPA
- Standardized Test Scores in moderate to college level range
- Good Discipline Record
- Good Attendance Record
- On Track for Graduation
- Academic Recommendation
Contact
Phone: Annika Goins (423-697-2402)
Email: myers_j@hcde.org
Polytech Academy at Chattanooga State is a unique blend of high school, dual credit, and dual enrollment courses designed to give students a jump start on their education and career paths. Paths available are Chemical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, and Computer Information Technology. Students entering their 11th or 12th grade year of high school are eligible to apply.
- 2.0 Cumulative High School GPA
- Standardized Test Scores in moderate to college level range
- Good Discipline Record
- Good Attendance Record
- On Track for Graduation
- Academic Recommendation
To be considered as part of the Polytech Academy, complete this interest form.
Contact
Phone: Kristi Slack (423-697-4486)
Email: slack_k@hcde.org
Selection criteria includes:
- 2.5 Cumulative High School GPA
- Standardized Test Scores in moderate to college level range
- Good Discipline Record
- Good Attendance Record
- On Track for Graduation
- Academic Recommendation
Contact
Phone: Early College (423-697-4427)
Email: earlycollege@chattanoogastate.edu or polytech@chattanoogastate.edu
Location: Kimball Campus
Tech-Track is a federally funded program that provides a seamless transition from secondary education to post-secondary education. It was developed by Chattanooga State and funded in part through the Re-authorization of Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Technical Act of 2006 (Perkins IV). Tech-Track provides opportunities for students to receive college credit, free of charge, for approved courses completed while still in high school. For a complete listing of course availability, click here: https://chattanoogastate.edu/early-college/tech-track
To take advantage of this dual credit, students must
- Pass (70%) an articulation exam created by Chattanooga State instructors
- Submit a College Credit Application
- Attend Chattanooga State Community College
- Apply for dual credit within 2 years of high school graduation
Contact
Phone: Breanne Kintz (423-697-4493)
Email: breanne.kintz@chattanoogastate.edu
Fax: 423-697-2676
Location: CETAS 370D
The TCAT Dual Enrollment program is an opportunity for students interested in Applied Technology fields such as cosmetology, electricity, welding, collision repair, and advanced manufacturing, to earn up to a third of the technical diploma while in high school.
Students at select County High Schools can take advantage of the TCAT Dual Enrollment offerings.
Selection criteria includes:
- Academic Recommendation
- Holistic Review of Discipline, Attendance, and Academic Records
Contact
Phone: Carl Miller (423-697-3238)
Email: carl.miller@chattanoogastate.edu
Fax: 423-697-2676
Location: TCAT