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Earn College Credits

A Head Start on College Success

Dual enrollment is at the heart of what makes ECCS an Early College school. Through our partnerships with Monroe College and the College of Staten Island, scholars have the opportunity to take authentic college courses taught at college-level standards while earning credits toward future degrees. Many Knights graduate from high school with college credits already completed, creating more opportunities, greater flexibility, and potential savings as they continue their educational journey.

College Credit Opportunities for Every Knight

At ECCS, college credit is an integral part of every scholar’s journey—not an opportunity reserved for a select few. Beginning as early as 10th grade, students can participate in a structured dual enrollment pathway through Monroe College, where each course builds upon the next and credits are earned toward future academic goals. From grades 10–12, every scholar is actively progressing through college-credit coursework or working toward a clearly defined readiness milestone with the support of our counseling team, ensuring every Knight has a meaningful path forward.

How Access Works: Two College Pathways

Monroe College

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Most Knights begin here in grade 10, following a structured course and credit sequence that builds in its proper order, term after term.

College of Staten Island

CSI courses open once a scholar demonstrates CUNY proficiency in English and mathematics, which at ECCS means a score of 75 or higher on the English Regents and 70 or higher on the Algebra I Regents.
Our team tracks exactly where each Knight stands and what unlocks the next course, and preparing every scholar to reach these milestones is a central part of what we do.

Our College Offerings

This is a representative sample. Course availability changes from year to year, and more offerings may be available. For the most current list of college-credit courses, please connect with our counseling team.

Subject Area

Sample Course

English
College Composition
Mathematics
College Algebra / Pre-Calculus
Social Science
Introduction to Sociology
History
American History
Communications
Public Speaking
Science
Introductory Biology
Business
Finance
Humanities
Philosophy
More offerings may be available. Please connect with our counseling team for more information

Monroe University

Introduction to Psychology (LA101)

This introductory psychology course teaches the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. In this introductory course, emphasis is placed on the basic principles of human perspective, theories of learning, personality development, emotions and health, and abnormal/clinical psychology. Students are introduced to tests, measurements, and research in the field. Learn More →

Precalculus (MA-142)

This course is for students who plan to continue their education and need the prerequisite skills for higher-level math courses. Topics include: a review of polynomial functions, trigonometric functions and their graphs, trigonometric formulas and identities, as well as sequences and series. Learn More →

Spanish I (SP101)

Spanish I is an introductory course and emphasizes basic skills in reading, writing, and speaking Spanish, as well as some translation. Spanish I offers students the opportunity to learn, understand, and use Spanish in the world of business and communication, and at the same time, reinforce their English skills. Learn More →

Introduction to Business (MG101)

This introductory course examines the nature, form, and structure of business organizations and fundamental business operations such as finance, human resources, information systems, marketing, and production of goods and services. Learn More →

College of Staten Island

Personal Finance Management (FNC 111)

Discussion of the problems involved in handling personal financial matters: Topics will include managing credit and money, financial planning, asset allocation, taxes, life insurance, investments and securities, annuities, wills, trusts, retirement and estate planning, and budgeting. Learn More →

Elementary Algebra (MTH 20)

Students enroll in this class to meet CUNY proficiency requirements. Learn More →

Issues of College Life (SPD 101)

A developmental overview of college life. Emphasis is placed on those concepts and skills that relate to broader life issues. Through discussion of the individual's educational goals, attitudes, and values, the student explores the learning community, educational options, choices, and techniques to improve study and college survival skills. Learn More →

Introduction to College Writing (ENG 111)

Introduction to and development of critical and analytic writing/reading/thinking skills through class discussion of student work and selected texts. Intensive instruction in techniques for the planning, drafting, revising, and editing of college-level expository essays. Introduction to using the various research options available at the CSI Library. Learn More →

Introduction to Philosophy (PHL 101)

A study of those systems of Western thought that have had the greatest effect and that have best illuminated the central problems of human existence. Learn More →

The Dual Enrollment Program at Early College Charter School

Get Ahead of your College Degree!

Through partnerships with Monroe University and CUNY College of Staten Island, our unique program blends secondary and post-secondary curricula, providing mentorship to students while allowing them the opportunity to earn credits toward their associate's degree.

Our Mission: Our early college programs, partnered with CUNY College of Staten Island and Monroe University, integrate high school and college-level courses, creating a comprehensive academic curriculum. Dually-enrolled students earn credits toward an associate’s degree. Graduates emerge as well-rounded, caring individuals equipped with high levels of college readiness.

Our Vision: We aim to provide Early College access to historically underserved students, with varying learning styles and socio-economic challenges, to reach their highest potential.

At Early College Charter School, students are immersed in a college-oriented culture through:

  • Rigorous, standards-aligned instruction
  • College readiness benchmarks
  • Real-life experiences on a college campus

CUNY College of Staten Island Sample Schedule:

PERIOD 1-4
High school classes are offered on the Early College Charter School campus with our instructors.
 
PERIOD 5-8
Dually enrolled students are bussed to the college campus for classes taught by college professors.

Monroe University Sample Schedule:

PERIOD 2-3
Dually-enrolled students participate in online courses led by college professors and co-facilitated by high school teachers. These classes are held on the Early College Charter School campus, with additional instruction provided by our teachers throughout the rest of the day.

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