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Presented by Deep Creek High School Guidance Department

Governor’s Early Scholars Program  Allows eligible high school seniors to complete their high school diploma while earning at least 15 hours of transferable credits toward a college degree,  Reduces the expense of college tuition for families.  Substantial reduction in college tuition.

Qualifications for the Governor’s Early College Scholars Program Have a “B” average or better; Be pursuing an Advanced Studies Diploma; Take and complete college-level course work (i.e., Advanced Placement or Dual Enrollment) that will earn at least 15 transferable college credits; and Sign the “Governor’s Early College Scholars Agreement.”

Example of College Credits  See Course Equivalencies for Old Dominion University  See Handout

Early College Scholars Agreement  Participating students sign an Early College Scholars Agreement which is also signed by the student's parents or guardians, principal, and school counselor.  Students who meet the terms of the agreement are recognized as Early College Scholars and receive a certificate of recognition from the Governor.