Special Replay: The ABCs of Early College Do you know the ABC's of Early College Admission? Whether you are getting college credits or an AA degree, you may be considered a transfer student, and you may miss out on scholarships – low-cost college and credits. If you've ever considered this option, listen to this podcast for great information from Jean Burke. Visit our sponsor – College Prep Genius Show Notes: ABC's of Early College * What are some college trends? * 66% of college graduates are ending up with 100K of debt. The unemployment rate is 9% -- nearly 38% work in positions that don’t require any college at all. * Low-cost college and credits * Bachelor’s degree can make 182% more per week * College tuition increased by 600% * 12 Early college benefits? * For homeschoolers broadens their course offerings * Enhances academic rigor * Avoids duplication of course work * Increases their schedule flexibility – earn extra minors or majors * Tend to finish college as a whole * Earning a technical degree or certificate while in high school * Shortens your time to earn a degree * Reduce college costs * Transferable college credits – basic or core credits * Earning high school and science simultaneously * Building your student’s confidence * Still, home so you can guide and coach them * Name the 3 main types of early college? * Build an amazing transcript – Podcast 1 -http://ultimateradioshow.com/transcripts-your-key-to-free-college/ Podcast 2 - http://ultimateradioshow.com/transcripts-your-key-to-free-college-2/ * AP – advanced placement credits * By college board – same people who make the SAT * Challenging and show mastery * Approved by the college board * Online, or buying the books and study on your own, take courses by AP teacher who was authorized by the college board * Listen to the audio for recommendations for official AP courses online * 38 courses your students can take * CLEP—College level placement * Be prepared to be sure it all transfers to the college you want to attend. * Made by the college board, 2900 colleges and universities accept them, there is a cost for test and test center. * No age limits or restrictions * Tests are 90 minutes long * Testing centers listed on College board website. * Official study guides by the college board * Dual Enrollment – early enrollment * Sometimes credits don’t transfer * High school and college at the same time * The transition from high school to college easier * Core classes out of the way * What test scores are required? * The entrance exam is still needed for college even junior or state college * Scores need to be high enough on SAT and ACT for admission, check the college of choice